Association of Pickleball Athletes – Canadian Circuit (APA)
The Canada Cup
Powered By The Forge Pickleball Club
Ottawa, Ontario
February 4–8, 2026
EARLY bird ENDS January 1st. After January 8th, registration fee goes from $70 to $80.
This Winter 2026, come take a ride with us as the APA heads east to Canada’s Nation’s Capital to host the APA – The Canada Cup, powered by The Forge Pickleball Club.
We are thrilled to announce this as our FIRST OFFICIAL EVENT under our NEW REBRAND — APA Canadian Circuit.
Venue – The Forge Pickleball Club
Play at The Forge, a brand-new, premier facility featuring 10 fenced indoor courts (32’x60’) plus a 35’x60’ Championship Court, professional surfaces, and a full bar, restaurant, pro shop, mezzanine, locker rooms, and showers.
Come Experience Ottawa!
Come on, Canada! Make this a road trip or winter getaway to the Nation’s Capital. When you’re not competing, explore Ottawa’s rich Canadian history, attractions, and the iconic Parliament Buildings.
The Canada Cup Experience!
After two successful seasons of the APA Ontario Circuit, we’re expanding nationwide — and The Canada Cup launches it all. Expect top amateurs and pros from Ontario and Quebec in an electric, must-play event.
This isn’t just a tournament — it’s a PARTY of the century.
Tournament Format & Divisions
This is a Skill / Age tournament featuring:
Age Groups
19+ | 35+ | 50+ | 60+ | 65+
Skill Levels
3.0 | 3.5 | 4.0 | 4.5 | 5.0 (NEW) | OPEN / PRO
- Players may enter up to 5 events
- Tournament Director reserves the right to combine brackets or adjust formats based on registration numbers
Thursday July 24th we will be offering SPLIT AGE events Men's/Women's/Mixed. The levels offered are 3.5-/4.0+/PRO. In these events if you are OVER/UNDER Age of 50, you will EITHER have to play with someone Age 50 & OVER, or Age 49 & UNDER. You will be allowed to play in 2 events on this day, one gender doubles and one mix doubles.
If you see a division that you're interested in playing that is FULL, please register yourself on the WAIT-LIST as we may expand!
💰 Fees
Registration: $70
Per Event: $15 | PRO Event: $70
NEW 5.0 (OPEN): $35 — CASH payouts to the WINNING team
⚠️ Important Registration Rules
- Spots are not guaranteed until both partners are registered and fully paid
- Partners have 5 days to register before being placed on the waitlist
- Maximum 8 teams per division (OPEN/PRO TBD)
- Spots will fill quickly — register early
📅 Key Dates
Feb 4: Singles
Feb 5: Split Age Doubles
Feb 6: 50+ / 60+ / 65+ Doubles + PRO Singles
Feb 7: Mixed Doubles
Feb 8: Men’s & Women’s Doubles (19+/35+)
🏆 Match Format & Rules
- USAPA rules
- All medal matches refereed
- Pool Round Robin for 3.0–5.0 divisions
- Top teams advance to playoffs
- Minimum 3 games guaranteed
Games:
- To 15 (Bronze matches to 15)
- Gold medal: Best 2 of 3 to 11
- Win by 2
- PRO/OPEN: Double elimination (minimum 5 teams)
📊 DUPR & Ratings
- DUPR account required for all participants
- Scores will be submitted to DUPR
- Create an account if needed:
👉 https://dashboard.dupr.com/signup
