The YONEX Canada Open will be returning to Markham in the summer of 2026. Following a very successful 2025 event, the HSBC BWF World Tour Super 300 event will be held this year again in Markham, Ontario, the badminton capital of Canada! From June 30 to July 5, top badminton players from around the world will descend on Markham to play at one of the highest levels of competition in the Pan Am region, battling to win part of the $250,000 USD in prize money.
“The Canada Open is back, and Markham is excited to host this premier event at the Pan Am Centre, the heart of Canadian badminton,” said Mayor Frank Scarpitti. “Thanks to Badminton Canada for our successful ongoing partnership to advance elite badminton training and international competition. Let’s celebrate our status as the badminton capital of Canada!”
In returning to the Markham Pan Am Centre, the YONEX Canada Open 2026 offers spectators an intimate venue, to witness high-level badminton matches in a badminton first facility. This esteemed facility previously hosted events during the Pan Am Games, further solidifying its reputation as a premier location for world-class sports competitions.
“Building on a successful and exciting debut event in 2025, YONEX Canada welcomes you back to Markham to cheer on our local players as well as top players from around the World,” shares Paul Staudzs, Sales & Marketing Manager of YONEX Canada, “YONEX is proud to be part of growing the game across Canada and the YONEX Canada Open is one of the events that will inspire new and old players to pick up a racquet!”
“The YONEX Canada Open is Badminton Canada’s premiere event. The level of competition and play for international players will inspire and entertain fans of all ages,” shares Bryan Merrett, Executive Director of Badminton Canada. “Last year the YONEX Canada Open had a unveiling of sorts as we moved into Ontario. We look forward to bettering the experience of fans as we end the BWF four-year cycle. Delivering the event last year took the contribution of many people in the community, and we are grateful for Markham’s continued hospitality and support. We look forward to watching Canadian players challenge the world again!”
Canada will be well-represented at the event, with some familiar faces taking the court, including Canada’ first ever World Championship medalist, Victor Lai. Michelle Li, a four-time Canada Open champion and four-time Olympian in Women’s Singles and Brian Yang, a two-time Olympian in Men’s Singles, headline the competition!
