Grade 11/12
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Contests for Grade 11/12 students
Below you will find contests suitable for Grade 5/6 students. Interested students from these grades are also welcome to participate in contests designed for higher grades.
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Canadian Team Mathematics Contest
The Canadian Team Mathematics Contest (CTMC) is an exciting and challenging competition where participants work both individually and in teams to showcase their mathematical problem-solving skills through fun and engaging activities. A special feature of the CTMC is that schools can host the contest at their own school or be selected to participate at the University of Waterloo. \ This contest is available in English only.
Grade
9
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12
Dates
- Contest dates:
- North and South America:
- At UWaterloo: Wednesday, April 8, 2026
- In Schools: Thursday, April 9, 2026, or later
- Outside North and South America:
- In Schools: Thursday, April 9, 2026, or later
- Ordering deadline:
- Registration deadline for the lottery to participate at UWaterloo: Thursday, November 20, 2025
- In-school event: Monday, April 6, 2026
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Fryer, Galois and Hypatia Contests
The Fryer, Galois, and Hypatia (FGH) Contests encourage critical thinking, helping learners develop mathematical problem-solving and communication skills as they tackle progressively challenging questions in a full-solution contest. \ These contests are available in English and French.
Grade
9
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11
Dates
- Contest dates:
- North and South America: Wednesday, April 1, 2026
- Outside North and South America: Thursday, April 2, 2026
- Ordering deadline: Thursday, March 5, 2026
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Euclid Contest
The Euclid Contest presents a unique challenge to senior-level secondary school students using innovative problems that draw upon their accumulated knowledge in mathematics, fostering creativity and effective communication. Using a mix of short-answer and full-solution questions, including some of the most complex and challenging problems among all our contests, the Euclid Contest helps build participants' perseverance in mathematical problem-solving. \ This contest is available in English and French.
Grade
12
Dates
- Contest dates:
- North and South America: Tuesday, March 31, 2026
- Outside North and South America: Wednesday, April 1, 2026
- Ordering deadline: Thursday, March 5, 2026\
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Pascal, Cayley and Fermat Contests
The Pascal, Cayley, and Fermat Contests (PCF) provide students with an engaging platform of multiple-choice questions to showcase their math skills while exploring mathematical problem-solving and developing their critical thinking abilities. \ These contests are available in English and French.
Grade
9
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11
Dates
The Pascal, Cayley and Fermat (PCF) contests are usually held in the month of February. Contest dates for 2026/2027 will be updated in May 2026.
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Canadian Computing Competition
The Canadian Computing Competition (CCC) is an online contest designed for students with a range of programming experience. It provides participants with a challenge that helps build confidence and enhances their ability to understand, design, and implement algorithms. \ This contest is available in English and French.
Grade
9
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12
Dates
The Canadian Computing Competition (CCC) is usually held in the month of February. Contest dates for 2026/2027 will be updated in May 2026.
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Tools and Resources for Grade 11/12 students
Explore our CEMC tools and resources that are designed for students in Grade 11/12. No registration or fee is required to access these materials.
Problem of the Weekarrow_forward
Engaging math problems shared every week to enhance problem-solving skills.
Grade 3 to 12
Past Contests, Solutions and Results arrow_forward
A wide range of past CEMC contests and their solutions to familiarize yourself with the contest format, level of difficulty, and problem solving strategies.
Grade 5 to 12
Problem Set Generatorarrow_forward
Create your own sets of problems randomly chosen from past Gauss, Pascal, Cayley, and Fermat Contests useful for curriculum support and contest preparation.
Grade 7 to 12
Courseware arrow_forward
Online mathematics and computer science materials featuring lessons, interactive activities, enrichment challenges, and opportunities for practice with feedback.
Grade 7 to 12
Problem of the Month arrow_forward
Monthly mathematical challenge that promotes deeper thinking and advanced problem-solving abilities.
Grade 11 to 12
The Mathematician Mosaic arrow_forward
The Mathematician Mosaic is a CEMC initiative dedicated to showcasing the invaluable contributions of mathematicians from diverse and underrepresented backgrounds. Through a collection of student-made biographical posters, our project seeks to shine a necessary spotlight on unsung achievements and foster more inclusive perspectives in mathematics.
Grade 1 to 12
CS and Society arrow_forward
Resources for educators designed to highlight important issues surrounding the use of technology in our world today.
Grade 9 to 12
Canadian Senior Mathematics Contest and Euclid Contest Preparation Material arrow_forward
Practice problems and study materials that help with preparation for the Canadian Senior Mathematics Contest (CSMC) and the Euclid Contest.
Grade 11 to 12
Problems with Purposearrow_forward
Thoughtfully crafted math problems that connect classroom learning to real-world applications.
Grade 4 to 12
Grade 9/10/11 Mathematics Courseware arrow_forward
Grade 9 to 11
Grade 12 Advanced Functions and Pre-Calculus Coursewarearrow_forward
Grade 12
Grade 12 Calculus and Vectors Coursewarearrow_forward
Grade 12
Problem Solving and Mathematical Discovery Coursewarearrow_forward
Grade 10 to 11
Workshops for Grade 11/12 students
Explore our workshops that are suitable to Grade 11/12 students.
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Summer courses
The Online Summer Problem Solving Course (SPSC) offers an immersive asynchronous learning experience for secondary school students, providing intensive mathematical problem-solving training led by experienced instructors.
Math Circles
Math Circles is a weekly enrichment program for students in Grades 6 to 12, taking place in the Fall and Winter. Math Circles is available both in-person and online. Students explore mathematical topics beyond the standard curriculum through direct instruction and problem-solving activities.
Lloyd Auckland Invitational Mathematics workshop (Auckland)
The Auckland workshop brings together high-achieving Grade 11 Canadian Senior Mathematics Contest participants from Canada for a week-long immersive experience. The workshop aims to foster connections, sharpen problem-solving abilities, and cultivate a deep passion for mathematics. Admission to this workshop is by invitation only.
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