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We are proud to recognize the accomplishment of one of our own on the biggest stage at the recently completed World Youth Chess Championship.
We are proud to recognize the accomplishment of one of our own on the biggest stage at the recently completed World Youth Chess Championship.
The GTCL is pleased to announce below the details of the 2026 Toronto Senior Chess Championship. The official tournament flyer is attached as well.
Annex Chess Club of the GTCL has stepped up to host the 2026 Ontario Open in place of the NOCL (Northern Ontario Chess League).
Find below an email from GTCL President Michael Barron regarding the upcoming 2026 GTCL Annual General Meeting
Where St. Casimir’s Parish Hall, 156 Roncesvalles Avenue, Toronto When August 30 – Sept. 1, 2025.
Enroute 2 Success is a non-profit organization that offers free chess and golf lessons to youth in Brampton, along with mentorship programs that build confidence, discipline, and leadership.
Where Willowdale Chess Club, Earl Bales Community Centre, 4196 Bathurst Street, Toronto, ON
Format Five-round rapid team tournament. Teams of five players (four plus alternate.) Teams must have a team captain and register players in a set board order according to rating. Teams must have a minimum of three players (in which case the fourth board is a forfeit loss each round.) Individuals may register and will be placed on teams with available space.
Where Harbourfront Centre, Toronto When June 15, 2025 Format Seven-double-round Swiss. Time Control 3m + 2s increment from move 1.
Where Annex Chess Club, 918 Bathurst St., Toronto When September 22 – November 17 2025. No play on Oct. 13 or 27. Rounds start at 7:30.
When March 24 – June 2 2025. No play on April 21 Easter Monday) or May 19 (Victoria Day) Rounds start at 7:30.
When: Sunday, April 27th, 2025, 10 am – 4 pm Format: 7-round CFC-rated, FIDE-rated, Swiss Tournament