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Unlock the potential of young minds through engaging tools and valuable resources in mathematics and computer science.
CEMC contests, workshops and our free online tools and resources are created by experts for students in Grades 3 to 12.
Below you will find contests suitable for Grade 9/10 students. Interested students from these grades are also welcome to participate in contests designed for higher grades.
, Explore our CEMC tools and resources that are designed for students in Grade 9/10. No registration or fee is required to access these materials.
The CEMC offers a variety of in-person and online workshops and events aimed at enhancing mathematical and computer science skills for students and educators. These programs provide interactive and engaging learning experiences to foster a deeper understanding of these subjects.
The CEMC Visits Schools program brings engaging math and/or computer science problem-solving directly to classrooms. These visits are led by experienced educators and aim to inspire students and enhance their problem-solving skills in a fun and interactive way.
The Centre for Education in Mathematics and Computing (CEMC) is the largest outreach organization of its kind in Canada and our mission is to increase interest, enjoyment, confidence, and ability in mathematics and computer science among learners and educators in Canada and internationally.
Meet the dedicated and passionate team at the Centre for Education in Mathematics and Computing (CEMC), inspiring and educating the next generation of problem-solvers and innovators in mathematics and computing.
Below you will find contests suitable for Grade 5/6 students. Interested students from these grades are also welcome to participate in contests designed for higher grades.
, Explore our CEMC tools and resources that are designed for students in Grade 11/12. No registration or fee is required to access these materials.
The Centre for Education in Mathematics and Computing is governed by the general principles on information and privacy of the University of Waterloo. Publishing and Sharing of Contest Results The name, grade, school and location, and score range of some top-scoring students will be published in the
Deepen your understanding of the core foundations of mathematics – online and at your own pace.
Each year, the CEMC hosts the Lloyd Auckland Invitational Mathematics Workshop to bring together top contest performers from across Canada for a week of challenge and fun.
Contest dates: North and South America: At UWaterloo: Wednesday, April 8, 2026 In-school event: Thursday, April 9, 2026, or later Outside North and South America: In-school event: Thursday, April 9, 2026, or later Ordering deadline: Registration deadline for the lottery to participate at UWaterloo
, The Canadian Team Mathematics Contest (CTMC) is an exciting and challenging competition where participants work in teams to showcase their mathematical problem-solving skills through fun and engaging activities. A special feature of the CTMC is that schools can host the contest at their own school
, Watch this video to see the highlights from the UWaterloo CTMC event conducted in 2025.