Think You’ve Got Skills?
Put your Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint skills to the test and compete against talented students from across Canada.
May 26, 2027
Virtual Competition
Compete for a chance
to represent Canada internationally.
WHAT ARE THE CANADIAN NATIONALS?
Canada's official Microsoft Office skills competition.
The Canadian Nationals give students the opportunity to turn their Microsoft Office skills into something bigger: a chance to compete, demonstrate what they can do and represent their school on a national stage.
GET CERTIFIED
Earn an eligible Microsoft Office Specialist certification.
QUALIFY
Achieve the required qualifing result.
COMPETE
Pet your skills to the test at the Canadian Nationals
WHY COMPETE?
More than
a competition.
The Canadian Nationals help students turn their Microsoft Office skills into real opportunities.
Earn an industry recognised certification.
Build confidence and practical digital skills
Add a standout achievement to your resume
Compete with talented students from across Canada
Work toward the chance to represent Canada internationally
WHY COMPETE?
A clear path from learning to the national stage.
Follow these steps to go from preparation to the Canadian Nationals.
2027 COMPETITION DETAILS
Key information
at a glance
DATE
May 26, 2027
LOCATION
Virtual
APPLICATIONS
Microsoft Word Microsoft Excel Microsoft PowerPoint
WHO CAN COMPETE
May 26, 2027
QUALIFICATION DEADLINE
May 15, 2027
REGISTRATION DEADLINE
May 26, 2027
ELIGIBILTY
Do You Qualify?
The Canadian Nationals help students turn their Microsoft Office skills into real opportunities.
Under the age of 22 years
Taken a Microsoft Office Specialist Exams
Met the required qualifying scores
Certification timeframe
Canadian residency/school requirements
PAST COMPETITORS & WINNERS
Meet Canada's Champions.
Get inspired by the talented students who have competed in the Canadian Nationals.
Camden Batenburg
Word
1st Place
2026 National Champion,
Surrey Christian School,
Surrey BC
Livvy Hayward
Excel
1st Place
2026 National Champion,
TDSB – Danforth Collegiate and Technical Institute,
Toronto ON
Shabir Hossain
PowerPoint
1st Place
2026 National Champion,
TDSB – Danforth Collegiate and Technical Institute
Toronto ON
FOR INSTRUCTORS
Know a student who has what it takes?
You can hlep sutdents turn the Microsoft skills they’re developing in your classroom into an opportunity to compete nationally.
Prepare your students
Build skills with confidence.
Certify your students
Sign up for the Microsoft Office Special! Get 35 students learning, practicing, and certifiying in Microsoft applications.
Identify potential qualifiers
Run Micrsoft exams and find top preforming students
Enroll them for Nationals
Complete registration and get ready to compete.
PRIZES
Compete. Place. Go Further.
Top performers will be recognized with prizes and the opportunity to represent Canada at the Microsoft Office Specialist World Championship.
1st, 2nd, and 3rd place prizes
National Recognition
Opportunity to represent Canada internationally
More details to be confirmed
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Got questions?
We've got answers.
Top performers will be recognized with prizes and the opportunity to represent Canada at the Microsoft Office Specialist World Championship.
Who can participate?
Any Canadian under the age of 22 who has taken and passed an eligible Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) certification exam can be considered for the Canadian Nationals.
Which MOS exams are eligible?
Eligible exams for the 2027 Canadian Nationals are Microsoft Word 365, Microsoft Excel 365, and Microsoft PowerPoint 365.
What score do I need to qualify?
Students must earn a score of 850 or higher out of 1,000 on an eligible Microsoft Office Specialist exam to be considered for the Canadian Nationals. Qualifying students are selected based on the highest exam scores, beginning with the top scores and working down. Meeting the 850 minimum does not guarantee a spot at Nationals.
When do I need to complete my certification?
Certification scores will be accepted until May 15, 2027. To be eligible to advance to the MOS World Championship, students must also opt in to the competition when prompted at the beginning of their certification exam. Be sure to select the competition participation option before starting your exam.
How do I know if I've qualified?
Qualifying candidates will be contacted by email on May 19, 2027. If selected, you’ll receive information about the competition and next steps. The Canadian Nationals take place during the day on May 26, so please be prepared to set aside approximately two hours to participate in the competition.
Is the Nationals competition virtual?
Yes. The Canadian Nationals is a virtual competition, allowing students from provinces across Canada to compete. Students may participate individually from their school, or schools with multiple competitors can bring students together in a designated room to compete at the same time.
Is there a registration fee?
Participation costs depend on how you enter the competition. For students participating through a school program, certification costs are typically covered by the school, although some schools may ask students or parents to pay individually. Independent students can also participate by purchasing a Learn, Practice, Certify bundle directly from CCI Learning. CCI Learning can proctor the certification exam, and students who meet the qualifying criteria can earn a place in the Canadian Nationals.
Can an instructor register students?
Students participating through a school program do not need to be separately registered for the Canadian Nationals. However, students who want the opportunity to advance to the MOS World Championship must opt in to the competition through their Certiport profile. If a student did not opt in when taking their certification exam, they can update their competition participation through their Certiport account.
What if my school doesn't offer Microsoft exams? Can I still enter?
Yes. You can still qualify for the Canadian Nationals even if your school does not currently offer Microsoft Office Specialist certification exams. You can share the competition with your school and encourage them to participate, or you can pursue certification independently through CCI Learning. Once you complete an eligible exam and meet the qualifying criteria, you can be considered for the Canadian Nationals.
Can our school participate?
Yes. The Canadian Nationals is open to participants from K–12 schools, high schools, post-secondary institutions, workforce development programs and corporate organizations across Canada. Individuals who are not affiliated with a school or organization may also participate independently, provided they complete an eligible Microsoft Office Specialist certification and meet the qualifying criteria.