The 2026 Scotties Tournament of Hearts is set to electrify curling fans with its competitive spirit. This year’s event will take place from January 23 to February 1 in Mississauga, Ontario. With previous champion Rachel Homan absent due to her participation in the Olympics, the tournament is wide open for fresh talent.
Current Standings and Teams
The competition features several strong teams from across Canada. The top three teams from each division will advance to the championship round. Here’s a look at the participating teams:
- B.C. – Taylor Reese-Hansen
- Ontario – Hailey Armstrong
- Saskatchewan – Jolene Campbell
- Nova Scotia – Taylour Stevens
- Northwest Territories – Nicky Kaufman
- Nova Scotia – Christina Black
- Northern Ontario – Krista Scharf
- New Brunswick – Melodie Forsythe
- Prince Edward Island – Amanda Power
- Newfoundland and Labrador – Mackenzie Mitchell
Match Schedule
The tournament’s schedule includes multiple draws designed to showcase the teams. Here’s a breakdown of the upcoming matches:
Draw Schedule
| Date | Matchup |
|---|---|
| Jan. 23, 7 p.m. ET | Yukon vs. Canada, Ontario vs. Northwest Territories, Manitoba vs. B.C., Quebec vs. Nova Scotia |
| Jan. 24, 2 p.m. ET | Nunavut vs. Nova Scotia, Alberta vs. P.E.I., Northern Ontario vs. Alberta, Newfoundland vs. Manitoba |
| Jan. 24, 7 p.m. ET | Nova Scotia vs. Saskatchewan, Manitoba vs. Quebec, Ontario vs. Canada, Northwest Territories vs. Yukon |
| Jan. 25, 9 a.m. ET | Manitoba vs. New Brunswick, Northern Ontario vs. Newfoundland, Alberta vs. Nova Scotia, P.E.I. vs. Nunavut |
| Jan. 25, 2 p.m. ET | Ontario vs. Manitoba, Canada vs. Nova Scotia, Quebec vs. Yukon, B.C. vs. Saskatchewan |
| Jan. 25, 7 p.m. ET | Alberta vs. Northern Ontario, Nova Scotia vs. Manitoba, Newfoundland vs. Nunavut, Alberta vs. New Brunswick |
| Jan. 26-29 | Additional rounds featuring all participating teams |
Upcoming Elimination Rounds
The tournament will culminate in the elimination rounds. Key dates include:
- Jan. 30: Page playoffs
- Jan. 31: Semifinal match
- Feb. 1: Final match
As the tournament progresses, results and updates will be crucial for fans following their favorite teams. The 2026 Scotties Tournament of Hearts promises to be a thrilling display of skill and sportsmanship.
