Compete at a sanctioned IKMF or recognized qualifying event
Lift in person at an event with the Team Canada Rep present, or in front of a certified IKMF judge, with video submitted to the Team Canada Rep post-event
Complete the official IKMF Team Canada athlete application form before your lift (required for organizational purposes)
Pay the qualification fee as outlined in the current qualification schedule
Meet the required rank in the NATIONAL category for your chosen discipline
Qualification attempts will not be reviewed unless the application form is completed and payment is received in advance.
All athletes submitting a lift for IKMF Team Canada qualification receive:
Official review and validation of their lift by the IKMF Team Canada Rep
Feedback on their lift, including reasons if the lift does not qualify
Eligibility to be considered for Team Canada selection if lift is successful.
Athletes whose lift meets qualification standards receive:
Official IKMF Canada Lifter T-Shirt
IKMF Team Canada validation for one (1) fiscal year for that specific qualifying lift
Official confirmation letter that the lift meets IKMF standards
Eligibility for IKMF Team Canada selection
⚠️ Important Information Reagrding In-Person & Video Submission
In-person competition is the preferred and expected method of qualification
Lifts must take place at an event attended by the Team Canada Rep or judged by an official IKMF judge
The Team Canada Rep is responsible for hosting two in-person qualifying opportunities for athletes
Video qualification is permitted only when in-person competition is not possible
Video submissions will occur during a scheduled qualification window set by the Team Canada Rep
All athlete requirements (forms and fees) must be completed before submission
All qualification videos must be recorded within one (1) month of the submission date
The Team Canada Rep will review the lift and determine qualification
If a lift is not accepted, the athlete will receive clear and detailed feedback outlining why