Welcome to ELMACON!
ELMACON is one of Canada’s most exciting and prestigious math competitions for students in Grades 5, 6, and 7. Each year, hundreds of bright young problem-solvers gather at UBC to take on one of the most challenging—and rewarding—math contests at the elementary level.
ELMACON 2026 - Preparation Sessions open for registration
ELMACON 2026 will take place in April 2026, will you be ready?! The Pacific Institute for the Mathematical Sciences (PIMS) is running ELMACON Preparation Sessions at UBC and SFU in November, February and April to make sure you are! The preparation sessions will give you a test of ELMACON and lots of tips on how to do well. They're free and parents are welcome to join the fun!
- ⭐ Essential links!
- Preparation Sessions
- 'Schedule 👈 Lots of important info!
- Competition Format - Learn what to expect
- Rules - Please read carefully!
New to ELMACON? Dive in to our competition format and practice section to see what it's all about. Get ready to put your skills to the test!