More than 500 skaters from across Manitoba will gather in Stonewall next weekend as Skate Stony Mountain hosts the 2026 Manitoba Figure Skating Provincial Championships.
Skaters from across Manitoba will compete in the 2026 Manitoba Figure Skating Provincial Championships March 20–22 at the VMSC in Stonewall
The three-day competition, held March 20–22 at the Veterans Memorial Sports Complex (VMSC), is one of the province’s largest figure skating events and will feature athletes ranging in age from five years old to adult.
Skaters will compete in a variety of disciplines including singles, pairs and synchronized skating, with events scheduled throughout the weekend in both arenas at the complex.
The event is being organized by Skate Stony Mountain in partnership with Skate Manitoba. Shannon Roy and Nicole Shymko are serving as co-chairs of the local organizing committee.
Shymko said the club is proud to have been selected by Skate Canada to host the provincial championship.
“We’re excited to welcome skaters and families from across the province to our community,” she said. “It’s a tremendous honour for our club.”
Along with the more than 500 skaters expected to compete, organizers anticipate over 40 coaches and officials will attend the event. Over the course of the three-day competition, well over 2,500 people are expected to pass through the doors of the arena.
The host club will also have a strong presence on the ice, with approximately 28 skaters from the Stony Mountain Skating Club competing throughout the weekend.
The athletes, ranging in age from five to adult, include several STAR 5 and higher level skaters who will be competing for medal placements while striving for personal best performances.
An event of this size relies heavily on community support. Shymko said approximately 35 volunteers will be assisting throughout the weekend to help ensure the competition runs smoothly and provides a positive experience for athletes, families and spectators.
“We are grateful for this opportunity and look forward to celebrating the talent, commitment and passion of all the skaters, coaches, officials and volunteers taking part,” she said.
In addition to the on-ice competition, the weekend will include several off-ice activities, including seven on-site vendors, a silent auction and a 50/50 draw.
Opening ceremonies are scheduled for Friday, March 20 at 11:45 a.m. at the Veterans Memorial Sports Complex.
A full competition schedule will be available online at mbskates.com.
