This year marks the 50th edition of Skate Canada International – the second competition on the annual ISU Grand Prix of Figure Skating series. The competition features some of the top athletes from around the world as they skate for their place in the ISU Grand Prix of Figure Skating Final.  

Tickets

Schedule

Starting Order & Results

Volunteer

FAQs

Skate Canada International is the second competition in the annual International Skating Union (ISU) Grand Prix of Figure Skating® Series. Each skater/team can be assigned to a maximum of two events. Skaters are awarded points based on their placements at their events. The top six from each discipline (men, women, pairs, and ice dance) qualify for the ISU Grand Prix of Figure Skating Final® being held from December 5-8, 2024, in Grenoble, France.

All competition events and practices for the 2024 Skate Canada International will be held at Scotiabank Centre in Halifax, Nova Scotia, from October 24-27, 2024.

At this time, official practices will take place on Thursday, October 24, 2024, with competition beginning on Friday, October 25, 2024. Competition start times are subject to change up to and including the week of the event. The doors open 30 minutes prior to the beginning of the first practice, each day. Keep checking the Skate Canada website for the most up-to-date schedule. It is recommended that you visit our website regularly to keep track of any schedule changes. If there is a schedule change and you can no longer attend the event, tickets are non-refundable.

It is always recommended to book your travel after the competition schedule has been finalized. If you are booking prior to the schedule being finalized and you wish to attend all practices on Thursday, you should plan to arrive Wednesday night or early Thursday morning. If you do not plan on attending Thursday practices, plan to arrive Thursday evening in case the competition begins early Friday morning.

The list of competitors will be announced later, this summer. Competitors are subject to change up to and including the week of the event. Tickets will not be refunded due to athlete withdrawals.

All-event ticket packages go on sale to the general public on Thursday, June 13, 2024, at 3:00 PM ET. Fans will be able to choose from four levels of all-event tickets that are priced at:
  • P1 – $280
  • P2 – $240
  • P3 – $180
  • P4 – $100
All prices are in Canadian dollars, plus applicable taxes, and fees. Single session tickets will be on sale later this summer. Tickets can be purchased online at skatecanada.ca.

You must order your tickets through the same channels as the general public. Members are encouraged to watch for emails with information about special offers exclusive to Skate Canada members, including advance sales on all-event ticket packages.

The all-event ticket package gives you access to the entire event, from start to finish. Your ticket includes admission to all competition events and official practices (Thursday all day, and Friday, Saturday, Sunday mornings). Please note that there will be no Exhibition Gala this year. The all-event ticket package is broken up into five sessions, as follows:
  • Thursday, October 24, 2024 – Official Practices
  • Friday, October 25, 2024 – Pair Short Program & Women Short Program (starts at approximately 18:00)
  • Saturday, October 26, 2024 – Ice Dance Rhythm Dance & Men Short Program (starts at approximately 13:00)
  • Saturday, October 26, 2024 – Pair Free Program & Women Free Program (starts at approximately 18:00)
  • Sunday, October 27, 2024 – Men Free Program & Ice Dance Free Dance (starts at approximately 11:00)

Yes, your seats remain the same for all events with an all-event ticket.

The following tickets are required to attend practices:
  • Thursday practices – Thursday event ticket
  • Friday practices – Friday evening event ticket
  • Saturday morning practices – Saturday afternoon event ticket
  • Sunday practices – Sunday ticket

Ticket allocation is based on the best available seating at the time of purchase. You may also use the seat finder tool to select the seat of your choice.

Due to the construction of the two-tiered judges’ stand, commentator platforms, Kiss & Cry, and the installation of television cameras, some seats in these areas may become partially obstructed.

Accessible seating is located in Sections 6, 10, 16, 17, 24, 27, and 28.

Children under two years of age do not require a ticket if they do not need a seat. If they do need a seat, a ticket must be purchased at full price.

The Kiss & Cry will be constructed in front of Section 1. (Map.jpg | Scotiabank Centre (scotiabank-centre.com))

The judges’ stand will be constructed in front of Sections 21, 22, and 23. (Map.jpg | Scotiabank Centre (scotiabank-centre.com))

Ticket purchases for this event are non-refundable. The all-event ticket package can be broken down by session and shared; however, no individual event session ticket can be used by more than one person, per session.

Guests are not permitted to bring any outside food or beverages into Scotiabank Centre. Concession stands will be open throughout the event.

Personal photography is permitted by spectators but cannot impact the viewing ability of others. All photos taken during the event must be for personal use only and captured on a small digital camera or mobile device. The following is not permitted at Skate Canada events:
  • Flash photography to ensure the safety of the athletes
  • Camera bags and large camera equipment, such as tripods
  • Professional cameras and/or detachable lenses greater than 6 inches or 200 mm
No video recording of any type is permitted within the venue during the competition. Unauthorized sale, commercial use and/or third-party distribution of photos from events are strictly prohibited. Only accredited team members are permitted to videotape their skater or team from rinkside during practice. Spectators who do not abide by these restrictions risk having their camera confiscated or being removed from the event by the venue security staff.

Handheld flags and fan signs are permitted in the arena; however, must not obstruct the view of or distract other patrons in the stands. Skate Canada is not responsible for lost or damaged banners. Airhorns and noisemakers requiring batteries or compressed air are not permitted in the arena. Small handheld noisemakers may only be used following a skater’s program or during ice resurfacing. If flags, signs/banners, and noisemakers become disruptive to fellow fans, Skate Canada will ask that these items be stowed away.

Yes, and it is important to keep your ticket with you to allow re-entry to the building. Be sure to check with the door staff when leaving to ensure your ticket is scanned out for future re-entry.

Scotiabank Centre is a smoke-free building.

To find a list of hotels and restaurants in Halifax, please visit Discover Halifax.

Skate Canada does not offer transportation for spectators. Visit Halifax Transit for information on public transportation.

There is paid street parking available around the venue. Visit Scotiabank Centre for more information.

Keep checking the Skate Canada website for information on how to volunteer for this event.

The competition will be live streamed. Exact channel allocation will be posted on the Skate Canada website closer to the event.

If you have any questions which are not answered here, please forward them to info@skatecanada.ca.