The Junior Canadian Chemistry Olympiad (JCCO)
Hosted by the Chemical Institute of Canada (CIC)
Canada's premier national chemistry competition mainly for middle school students
Stimulate competitors' enthusiasm for chemistry
Date: Dec. 13, 2026 (Sun.) 90 mins
Introduction
The Junior Canadian Chemistry Olympiad (JCCO) is one of the most well-known competitions for middle students hosted by Chemical Institute of Canada (CIC). The Junior Canadian Chemistry Olympiad (JCCO) is an annual event that aims to promote interest in chemistry among students in grade 8-11. Participation in the Junior Canadian Chemistry Olympiad is a tremendous experience, and it is also a unique opportunity to meet and compete with fellow students from around the world who have similar interests. We aim to offer students who have passion in Chemistry more opportunities to develop their chemistry knowledge and problem-solving skills.
Challenge Rules
Language
English
Date
Dec. 13, 2026 (Sun.) 90 mins
Participants
grade 8-11/year 9-12
Format
Individual
Type
25 multiple choice questions, 1 point for each correct answer, 0 points for blank or wrong answers
Topic
Balancing reactions, Calculation of molar mass, Concentrations, pH, Ideal gas, Basic Thermodynamics, Basic Kinetics, Basic Organic chemistry
Form
Online
Global Awards
- Gold
- Silver
- Bronze
- Merit: Students in grade 10 and below who exceed the specific score line set by the organizing committee can receive this award
Asian Awards：
- Top Gold: Top 5%
- Gold: Top 15%
- Silver: Top 30%
- Bronze: Top 45%
- Regional Honorable awards: Regional top 25%
JCCO China Camp
Language
English
Date
TBD
Location
Shanghai
Participants
Gold/Silver awards students in JCCO
Registration Details
Fee
Includes the exam, grading, proctor fee, past-papers, certificates
Registration deadline
2 weeks before the competition
Performance Report/Award List
Exam Center
ASDAN EPQ Scholarship
3000RMB/std
Gold
2000RMB/std
Silver
1000RMB/std
Bronze
Noted：The ASDAN Scholarship is only available to Year 10, 11 and 12 students for participating ASDAN Extended Project Qualification(EPQ). EPQ is recommended by the G5 group and many leading universities as a competitive academic experience. Scholarships cannot be exchanged for cash. For further details see:http://www.seedasdan.org/epq/。
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