Surf Canada

Surf Canada Confirms 2026 Vancouver Island Longboard Surf Contest as Official Surf Canada National Longboard Championships. Surf Canada is pleased to announce that the 2026 Vancouver Island Longboard Surf Contest, scheduled to take place June 11–14, 2026, has been officially designated as a qualifying event for the Surf Canada National Longboard Teams (Men and Women). The event represents a key competitive pathway for Canadian longboard athletes and is recognized as a cornerstone competition within the Canadian longboard surfing calendar. The Vancouver Island Longboard Surf Contest will bring together competitors from across the country to compete in a high-performance environment that reflects Surf Canada’s commitment to athlete development and competitive excellence. 🗓️ Event Dates: June 11–14, 2026
📍 Location: Wickaninnish Beach, Ucluelet, British Columbia 🚨 Registration Information 🚨 Registration for the event will be managed through LiveHeats: Registration Opens: May 1, 2026 Registration Closes: May 30, 2026 Additional details regarding competition schedules, logistics, and athlete communications will be released closer to the event date. For further information, event updates, and announcements, please follow @vilongboardsurfcontest @csasurfcanda ✉️ Have questions? Please email [email protected] and [email protected]

2026 Rip Curl Nationals and Rip Curl Grom Search, taking place May 8–10, 2026, in Tofino, British Columbia. The 2026 Rip Curl Nationals will serve as Canada’s official National Short Board Championship from May 9-10th, bringing together the country’s top surfers to compete at the highest level. The Rip Curl Grom Search returns on Friday, the 8th, for its second year in Canada, continuing to provide a dedicated platform for the next generation of surfers. As part of a globally recognized series, the Grom Search supports youth development by offering competitive experience and exposure within an international pathway. Together, these events represent a key moment on the national calendar, showcasing Canadian surfing and the continued development of future talent. Together, these events represent a key moment on the national calendar, showcasing Canadian surfing and the continued development of future talent. Beyond the competition, it’s a full weekend to enjoy the beach, community, and everything Tofino has to offer. Tofino, British Columbia
May 8–10, 2026 @ripcurl_canada @endlesssurfofficial @tourismtofino @veiasupplies #surfcanada #ripcurlnationals #gromsearch #tofino

Surf Canada Membership is Now Open! Surf Canada is excited to launch our new national membership program. Membership helps support the growth of surfing and SUP across the country, including national competitions, athlete development programs, and Canadian surfers and SUPers competing on the world stage. Beginning this season, a valid Surf Canada membership is required to compete in all Surf Canada sanctioned events, including Nationals and other official competitions. Membership Fees Adult (18+) — $50 per year Junior (U18) — $30 per year By becoming a member, you join the national surfing and SUP community, helping grow the sport in Canada. Membership is now open. Link in bio or under “Membership” on our websites menu to register.

Thanks again to @surfcanada and @ripcurl_canada for putting on such a great event! Super fun weekend and really grateful to win the u14 and qualify for the GromSearch Finals in Waco this October. Thanks for the 📷 @ellaostrikoff and @hannah.herold

Frothing from the weekend! Thank you @surfcanada , @ripcurl_canada and all the amazing humans who contributed to the events. Lots of excitement from the grom search to the masters and everything in between.

That’s a wrap on the 2026 @ripcurl_canada Nationals, three unforgettable days in Tofino 🇨🇦🙌 From the Rip Curl GromSearch to Finals Day, the 19th edition of the Rip Curl Nationals brought together athletes, families, coaches, volunteers, partners, and the entire surf community for an unforgettable weekend in Tofino. Thank you to everyone who tuned into the livestream, came down to the beach, supported the athletes, and helped make this event possible. Congratulations to all our 2026 Champions! 🇨🇦 🎥 @embaxtermedia Until next year. 🇨🇦 2026 Rip Curl National Partners: @ripcurl_canada @endlesssurfofficial @veiasupplies @tourismtofino @yeti @ukeepoke @surfsidetofino @hotelzed @longbeachlodgeresort @surfgrove @bizboxtv @thequiversurf @cbcolympics A big thank you to the Burns family, Peters family, Stubbins family, and Evans family for prize money. #RipCurlNationals2026 #SurfCanada #TofinoBC #TeamCanada We are honoured to host this event on the traditional territories of the Tla-o-qui-aht First Nations, Yuułuʔiłʔatḥ First Nations, and Ahousaht First Nations, and to live, work, and surf in these lands.

Tofino this past weekend with @ripcurl_canada for Rip Curl Nationals! Awesome weather and good swell congrats to all the competitors! Thanks @ripcurl_canada @surfcanada for putting on such a great event. #surfing #tofino #ripcurl #surfcanada

An unforgettable Day 3 finals day at Cox Bay for the 2026 Rip Curl Nationals 🇨🇦🌊 From early morning heats to championship finals, Day 3 brought some of the best surfing of the weekend as athletes from across the country battled for national titles at the 2026 Rip Curl Nationals. Media gallery will be available tomorrow! Thank you for your patience 🇨🇦🌊 2026 Rip Curl Nationals Championship Results 🇨🇦🌊 Masters Womens (O40s)
1st — Catherine Bruhwiler
2nd — Shandy Kariatsumari
3rd — Kat Rosene
4th — Ashleigh Drummond Masters Mens (O40s)
1st — Shannon Brown
2nd — Sepp Bruhwiler
3rd — Raphael Bruhwiler
4th — David Schiaffino U16 Girls
1st — Teagan Sandvig
2nd — Shiloh Page
3rd — Westerly Wyton
4th — Snow Parisi U16 Boys
1st — Tanner Sandvig
2nd — Dusty Bruhwiler
3rd — Kye Sale
4th — Mica Greig U18 Girls
1st — Ocea Green
2nd — Teagan Sandvig
3rd — Shiloh Page
4th — Snow Parisi U18 Boys
1st — Shea Bruhwiler
2nd — Tanner Sandvig
3rd — Tommy Zahalka
4th — Dusty Bruhwiler Open Womens
1st — Sanoa Passion Dempfle-Olin
2nd — Mathea Dempfle-Olin
3rd — Ocea Green
4th — Luana Ferrari Open Mens 
1st — Peter Devries
2nd — Reed Platenius
3rd — Kalum Temple Bruhwiler
4th — Tanner Sandvig 📷 @ellaostrikoff @sierra.rempel 🇨🇦 2026 Rip Curl National Partners: @ripcurl_canada @endlesssurfofficial @veiasupplies @tourismtofino @yeti @ukeepoke @surfsidetofino @hotelzed @longbeachlodgeresort @surfgrove @bizboxtv @thequiversurf @cbcolympics A big thank you to the Burns family, Peters family, Stubbins family, and Evans family for prize money. #RipCurlNationals2026 #SurfCanada #TofinoBC #TeamCanada We are honoured to host this event on the traditional territories of the Tla-o-qui-aht First Nations, Yuułuʔiłʔatḥ First Nations, and Ahousaht First Nations, and to live, work, and surf in these lands. Join the Surf Canada community by becoming a member and supporting the growth of our national team and events.

FINALS ARE ON 🇨🇦🌊 The beach is buzzing, the waves are firing, and Canada’s top surfers are battling it out at Cox Bay for the 2026 Rip Curl Nationals. If you’re anywhere near Tofino, now’s the time to get down to the beach and be part of finals day. Let’s pack the shoreline and cheer on the next generation of Canadian surfing. 🎥 Live now on the Surf Canada YouTube channel 
🚐 Free shuttle running Sunday (Downtown Tofino → Maltby Road lot) 🇨🇦 2026 Rip Curl National Partners: @ripcurl_canada @endlesssurfofficial @veiasupplies @tourismtofino   @districtoftofino   @yeti @ukeepoke @surfside @hotelzed @longbeachlodgeresort @surfgrove @bizboxtv   @thequiversurf @cbcolympics   A big thank you to the Burns family, Peters family, Stubbins family, and Evans family for prize money. #RipCurlNationals2026 #SurfCanada #TofinoBC #TeamCanada We are honoured to host this event on the traditional territories of the Tla-o-qui-aht First Nations, Yuułuʔiłʔatḥ First Nations, and Ahousaht First Nations, and to live, work, and surf in these lands. Join the Surf Canada community by becoming a member and supporting the growth of our national team and events.

Finals Day is here at the 2026 Rip Curl Nationals 🇨🇦🌊 If you’re anywhere near Tofino today, come down to Cox Bay and experience the energy on the beach firsthand. Canada’s top surfers are battling it out for national titles, with Finals expected to begin around 1:18PM. We’ll be on the beach all day starting from 7AM with live heats, community activations, food, sponsors, and the best of Canadian surfing all in one place. See you on the beach. 🤝🌊 📸 @ellaostrikoff Follow @surfcanada for all the updates 📺 Can’t make it? A live broadcast will be available on the Surf Canada YouTube channel. 🇨🇦 2026 Rip Curl National Partners: @ripcurl_canada @endlesssurfofficial @veiasupplies @tourismtofino @yeti @ukeepoke @surfsidetofino @hotelzed @longbeachlodgeresort @surfgrove @bizboxtv @thequiversurf @cbcolympics A big thank you to the Burns family, Peters family, Stubbins family, and Evans family for prize money. #RipCurlNationals2026 #SurfCanada #TofinoBC #TeamCanada We are honoured to host this event on the traditional territories of the Tla-o-qui-aht First Nations, Yuułuʔiłʔatḥ First Nations, and Ahousaht First Nations, and to live, work, and surf in these lands. Join the Surf Canada community by becoming a member and supporting the growth of our national team and events.

Happy Mother’s Day to all the incredible moms in the Canadian surf community 🌊🤍 From early mornings on the beach, to road trips, contest days, support in and out of the water, and everything in between, thank you for the energy, care, and encouragement you bring to this sport and community. Canadian surfing would not be what it is without you. 🇨🇦 📷 @ellaostrikoff Follow @surfcanada for all the updates 📺 Can’t make it? A live broadcast will be available on the Surf Canada YouTube channel. 🇨🇦 2026 Rip Curl National Partners: @ripcurl_canada @endlesssurfofficial @veiasupplies @tourismtofino @yeti @ukeepoke @surfsidetofino @hotelzed @longbeachlodgeresort @surfgrove @bizboxtv @thequiversurf @cbcolympics A big thank you to the Burns family, Peters family, Stubbins family, and Evans family for prize money. #RipCurlNationals2026 #SurfCanada #TofinoBC #TeamCanada We are honoured to host this event on the traditional territories of the Tla-o-qui-aht First Nations, Yuułuʔiłʔatḥ First Nations, and Ahousaht First Nations, and to live, work, and surf in these lands. Join the Surf Canada community by becoming a member and supporting the growth of our national team and events.