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Dear Parents,

 

The ZONE01–WRO Canada 2026 season is about to begin. Students from our ORC Club will participate in one of the three Montreal regional competitions. Please refer to your child’s name to find the corresponding competition details.

 

Before reviewing the information, please note:

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  • To protect students’ privacy, last names have been removed from the document.

  • In cases of duplicate first names, initials or partial last names are used for identification.

Thank you for your understanding.

 

📅 Competition Schedule:

 

  • All three competitions are full-day events. Please arrange school leave in advance if necessary.

  • The event includes: check-in, opening ceremony, competition sessions, and closing ceremony.

  • Regardless of results, students are expected to stay for the entire event. Unless there are exceptional circumstances, please do not leave early—this ensures a complete and meaningful experience for the students.

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📸 Group Photos:

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  • A group photo will be taken before the opening ceremony (parents are welcome to join).

  • Another group photo will be taken after the closing ceremony.

 

🍱 Parent Attendance & Preparation:

 

  • As this is a full-day event, at least one parent must accompany each team.

  • Please prepare water, snacks, and lunch for your child.

 

Thank you for your support and cooperation. We look forward to providing the students with a memorable competition experience.

Montreal Elementary 

Date: April 22

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Venue:
École secondaire Marie-Clarac

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Address:
3641 Boul. Gouin E, Montréal-Nord, QC H1H 5L8

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Schedule:

  • Check-in: 8:00 – 9:00

  • Opening Ceremony: 9:30

  • Closing Ceremony & Awards: 15:00

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Chambly Regional

Date: April 24

 

Venue:

École secondaire de Chambly

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Address:

535 Bd Brassard, Chambly, QC J3L 6H3

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Schedule:

  • Check-in: 8:00

  • Opening Ceremony: 9:30

  • Closing Ceremony & Awards: approximately 15:30

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Rigaud Regional

Date: April 27

 

Venue:

Collège Bourget

 

Address:

65 Rue Saint-Pierre, Rigaud, QC J0P 1P0

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Schedule:

Check-in: 8:20 (Please do not arrive before 8:10)

Opening Ceremony: 9:30

Closing Ceremony & Awards: approximately 15:30

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Parking Instructions:

 

Please park in the stadium parking lot (yellow X) as indicated by signage or the provided map.Parking at the main entrance is not permitted for participants.After parking, follow the on-site signs to the competition and opening ceremony areas (blue X → green X)

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Important Notes

 

Team Number

The three-digit number in the first column of the list is your team number.

 

Food

Please prepare water, snacks, and a lunch (cold meals recommended) for your child.

 

Parents

Each team must have at least one parent present throughout the event to supervise and assist the child.

The competition is open to spectators, and you are welcome to invite friends and family to watch.

 

Club Name

ROBOTIQUE CLUB DE ORC

ORC ROBOTICS CLUB

 

Team Uniform

Uniforms will be distributed on site (sizes have been pre-reported).

If the size does not fit, please contact the instructor after distribution is completed.

Wearing the team uniform is mandatory. Teams without uniforms may be disqualified.

 

Team Seating

Each team has an assigned number, which is displayed on the table. Please locate your table using your team number upon arrival.Each team will have one table (team sizes may vary; please be considerate).

Power outlets will be available near the tables. A portable charger is recommended for SPIKE devices.

 

Competition Preparation

 

  1. Bring your robot, iPad or laptop, and all charging cables, and ensure sufficient battery

  2. Bring all robot components in case of unexpected issues

  3. Pay close attention during the opening ceremony, especially the “surprise rules”

  4. Practice only at your assigned competition table

  5. Communicate respectfully with judges

  6. Respect the competition and remain until the closing ceremony regardless of results

  7. Follow your planned strategy in Round 1; aim for stability. Adjust in Round 2 based on results. Consider surprise rules in Round 3

  8. Surprise rules are generally simple. Teams aiming for higher scores or recovering from earlier rounds should complete them. Place related code at the end of the program

  9. This is a qualifying competition (except Sumo). The primary goal is qualification for nationals, not achieving the highest single-round score

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Check-in Procedure

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  1. Memorize your team number and write it on your hand before entering

  2. Check in at the venue (school name: ORC) and collect your T-shirt

  3. Locate your table by team number, change into your T-shirt, and label your team number if needed; WRO teams must label their robot

  4. Check the screen to find your competition table and practice there

  5. Participate in the ORC group photo

  6. Attend the opening ceremony and listen for surprise rules

  7. Practice may continue after the opening ceremony until the competition starts

  8. Focus on stability in Round 1; aim higher in later rounds and complete surprise rules

  9. WRO teams must follow QUARANTINE rules: only one program allowed, robot must remain powered on, and inspection is required; missing the time results in zero score for the round

  10. After each QUARANTINE, return to your table and wait for your turn; after each round, return the robot to the QUARANTINE area and retrieve it after all teams finish

Live Competition Schedule

 

All competition timings on site are based on the real-time competition schedule, which is automatically updated. Teams are responsible for monitoring it throughout the event.

 

Judges are not responsible for teams that miss their scheduled time. Missing a match will result in a loss or a score of zero.

 

Please note that although a schedule is provided, the timing may be adjusted earlier or later depending on on-site conditions. Teams should stay alert and be prepared in advance.

 

The image below shows an example of the real-time competition schedule:

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Competition Task and Schedule Explanation

 

For WRO events, please note that each round includes a mandatory QUARANTINE phase.

 

The schedule includes:

 

Team number (note: there are two team numbers for sumo events)

 

Competition table number

 

  1. The first line under the ZONE01 logo/clock displays the competition task information.

  2. The next line shows entries such as “30—A” or “30—B,” indicating the assigned table (A or B). The letter label is posted under the table. The number is for internal use and can be ignored. Once your table is identified, please practice only at your assigned table. Due to the number of participants, parents are encouraged to guide their children to actively use their designated space.

  3. The light blue time columns indicate each team’s round schedule, with different colors representing different rounds. Practice is allowed between rounds. In SUMO matches, each time slot shows two team numbers, indicating opponents. Teams are encouraged to identify their opponents in advance, observe their setup or strategy, and make adjustments accordingly.

  4. The schedule is updated in real time. When a team is competing, its number will flash. This helps teams know when to proceed to the table. If the previous team finishes early, there is no need to start early—please follow your assigned time.

  5. WRO teams must strictly follow QUARANTINE rules. Only one program is allowed on the robot, and the robot must remain powered on.

  6. During each round, laptops or iPads are not allowed in the competition area. Robots must be started using onboard controls.

Competition Area

 

Task-based events:

Locate your competition table based on the information shown at the top of the schedule.

Presentation-based events:

The competition takes place in a designated area. Please proceed there to set up your display.

 

Participation Consent

If the parent consent form has not yet been signed, please complete it as soon as possible and send a photo to the instructor.

 

Group Photo

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A group photo will be taken after the competition. Please be aware and stay available.

 

Competition Summary

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  1. The competition consists of three rounds. Practice is allowed between rounds, and the best score counts

  2. Stay confident and perform to your best ability

  3. Monitor the on-site display for timing updates, as schedules may change

  4. Parents are asked not to enter the competition table area during matches

  5. Pay close attention to the “surprise rules” announced during the opening ceremony

Download your consent form here

EXAMPLE:

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Upload your signed consent form here

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