2026
CLMC 2026
Competition date
Friday, 2 Oct 2026
Eligible students
NZ Years 8-12
New Zealand time
5:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Delivery
Remote online
Competition completed
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Canada Lynx Mathematical Competition
An international mathematics competition organised by the Canadian Mathematical Society (CMS). The CLMC aims to develop mathematical thinking, problem-solving skills, and confidence in a friendly and accessible competition environment.
MATHEMATICS
Canada Lynx Mathematical Competition
Competition Overview
Academic Value / Why Participate
CLMC gives students an engaging opportunity to strengthen their mathematical reasoning, problem-solving skills, and confidence through a wide range of accessible yet thought-provoking questions. It encourages students to think creatively, recognise patterns, and apply mathematical ideas in unfamiliar situations. The competition also provides valuable international competition experience and can serve as a useful stepping stone towards more advanced mathematics competitions such as the COMC.
Who It Suits
CLMC is particularly suitable for students in Grades 7–12 who enjoy mathematics, logical thinking, and problem solving. It is well suited to students who are beginning their mathematics competition journey, as well as more experienced students who want to strengthen their skills in a supportive but challenging environment. Students who enjoy puzzles, patterns, and creative approaches to mathematical problems are especially encouraged to participate.
Prerequisites and Readiness
There is no separate qualifying competition or formal prerequisite required to enter the CLMC. The competition is open to students from Grades K–12, although the questions are primarily designed for and recommended to students in Grades 7–12. Students do not need previous Olympiad or mathematics competition experience, making CLMC an accessible entry point for those interested in exploring competitive mathematics.
ROUND 1
Open Round
Exam Date & Time
17:00-18:30，Fri 2 Oct 2026
Registration Deadline
Monday, 21 September 2026
FURTHER ROUNDS & PROGRESSION
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Semifinal Round
The Semifinal Round builds on the earlier stage with more advanced questions and deeper application.
Exam Date & Time
Saturday, 16 May 2026 · 9:00 am – 12:00 pm (NZT)
Registration Deadline
Friday, 1 May 2026 · 11:59 pm (NZT)
Semifinal Round
The Semifinal Round builds on the earlier stage with more advanced questions and deeper application.
Exam Date & Time
Saturday, 16 May 2026 · 9:00 am – 12:00 pm (NZT)
Registration Deadline
Friday, 1 May 2026 · 11:59 pm (NZT)
Semifinal Round
The Semifinal Round builds on the earlier stage with more advanced questions and deeper application.
Exam Date & Time
Saturday, 16 May 2026 · 9:00 am – 12:00 pm (NZT)
Registration Deadline
Friday, 1 May 2026 · 11:59 pm (NZT)
Semifinal Round
The Semifinal Round builds on the earlier stage with more advanced questions and deeper application.
Exam Date & Time
Saturday, 16 May 2026 · 9:00 am – 12:00 pm (NZT)
Registration Deadline
Friday, 1 May 2026 · 11:59 pm (NZT)
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PREPARATION COURSES
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CLASS
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STAGE
REGULAR CLASS · OPEN ROUND PREPARATION
Open Round Preparation
Build neuroscience knowledge, then apply it to research figures, experimental evidence and unfamiliar questions.
16 hours total
8 x 2-hour lessons
· Connect neural structures with function and disease.
· Intepret graphs, experiments and research extracts.
· Complete an Open Round-style mock with an individual error review.
Session 1 — Foundations
……Session 2 — Core concepts
……Session 3 — Problem solving
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Small-group preparation with up to 3 students, offering structured teaching, guided practice and personalised feedback.
16 hours · 8 × 2-hour sessions
NZ$1,060
per student · full programme
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16 hours · 8 × 2-hour sessions
NZ$1,280
per student · full programme
Fully personalised one-to-one preparation with teaching, practice and feedback tailored to the student's needs.
16 hours · 8 × 2-hour sessions
NZ$1,840
per student · full programme
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Competition Day
Competition Overview
Canada Lynx Mathematical Competition
The Canada Lynx Mathematical Competition (CLMC) is an international mathematics competition organised by the Canadian Mathematical Society (CMS). The competition is designed to encourage students to explore mathematics beyond the classroom, strengthen their problem-solving skills, and develop greater confidence in mathematical thinking.
The CLMC is open to students from Grades K–12, with the competition particularly recommended for students in Grades 7–12. It is designed to be accessible to students with a wide range of mathematical abilities, making it an excellent opportunity for both students who are new to mathematics competitions and experienced competitors looking to further develop their skills.
Rather than focusing only on advanced mathematical knowledge, the CLMC encourages students to think creatively, recognise patterns, apply logical reasoning, and approach unfamiliar problems strategically. The competition aims to present mathematics as an engaging and enjoyable subject while giving students the opportunity to challenge themselves in an international competition environment.
Competition Format
The CLMC is a 90-minute individual competition consisting of 15 multiple-choice questions. Questions are designed to test mathematical understanding, logical reasoning and problem-solving ability rather than simply the memorisation of formulas.
The level of difficulty generally increases throughout the paper, allowing students to build confidence with earlier questions before progressing to more challenging problems.
Who Should Participate?
The CLMC is particularly suitable for students who:
enjoy mathematics and problem solving;
would like to experience an international mathematics competition;
want to strengthen their logical and analytical thinking skills;
are beginning their mathematics competition journey; or
are preparing for more advanced mathematical competitions.
For students interested in progressing further within the Canadian Mathematical Society competition pathway, the CLMC can also provide valuable preparation for the Canadian Open Mathematics Challenge (COMC), a higher-level competition held later in the year.
CLMC 2026
Competition Date in New Zealand: Friday, 2 October 2026
Duration: 90 minutes
Format: 15 multiple-choice questions
Recommended Level: Grades 7–12
Organiser: Canadian Mathematical Society (CMS)Through the CLMC, students have the opportunity to challenge themselves, discover new approaches to mathematical problem solving, and gain valuable international competition experience in a supportive and accessible environment.
CLMC gives students an engaging opportunity to strengthen their mathematical reasoning, problem-solving skills, and confidence through a wide range of accessible yet thought-provoking questions. It encourages students to think creatively, recognise patterns, and apply mathematical ideas in unfamiliar situations. The competition also provides valuable international competition experience and can serve as a useful stepping stone towards more advanced mathematics competitions such as the COMC.
CLMC is particularly suitable for students in Grades 7–12 who enjoy mathematics, logical thinking, and problem solving. It is well suited to students who are beginning their mathematics competition journey, as well as more experienced students who want to strengthen their skills in a supportive but challenging environment. Students who enjoy puzzles, patterns, and creative approaches to mathematical problems are especially encouraged to participate.
CLMC recognises high-performing students through a range of awards within geographical and grade-based divisions. Students outside Canada compete in the International Division, with separate categories for Grade 7 and under, Grades 8–12, as well as an overall International Champion category. Awards include Gold, Silver, Bronze and Honourable Mention based on the highest scores in each division. All official participants receive a certificate, with non-award recipients eligible for Top Quartile, Second Quartile, or Certificate of Participation recognition.
CLMC serves as an accessible entry point into the Canadian Mathematical Society’s competition pathway. Students who enjoy the CLMC can progress to the more challenging Canadian Open Mathematics Challenge (COMC), which places greater emphasis on written mathematical solutions and advanced problem solving. The wider CMS pathway is generally presented as CLMC → COMC → CMO → IMO, with the COMC acting as the main gateway towards Canada’s higher-level invitational Olympiad competitions.