Frequently Asked Questions

The CNIC is open to individuals who meet the following criteria:

  1. CKF member in good standing

  2. Member of a CKF dojo in good standing

  3. Canadian Citizen, Permanent Resident (PR), or has an active PR application with the Government of Canada

1

Who is eligible to compete?

There will be four divisions:

  1. Province — Selected representatives compete as a team of 3

  2. Region — Selected representatives compete as a team of 5, and as individuals

  3. Open — All other participants compete as individuals

  4. Embu — Participants with 6-Dan and 7-Dan compete in embu taikai

2

What divisions will be offered?

All matches shall be conducted in accordance with the All Japan Kendo Federation‘s (AJKF) “The Regulations of Iaido Shiai and Shipan / The Subsidiary Rules of Iaido Shiai and Shipan (Revised October 1, 1996)” and “Attachment: The Guidelines for Iaido Shiai and Shinpan (October 1, 1996 with Amendment June 2, 2023)”

Judging criteria will follow:

  1. Kaisetsu-sho, Instruction Manual Supplementary Information, Section #6

  2. Shiai/Shinpan Kisoku, Regulations, Section 2, Article 11, Item 1

  3. Shiai/Shinpan Saisoku, Subsidiary Rules, Article 7

For more details, see Taikai — Rules & Regulations

3

How are competitors judged?

Yes, there is a Shinpan Seminar for 4-Dan and above on Friday, July 17 from 9am - 3pm at the Takahashi Dojo at 5 Melrose Ave, Ottawa, ON K1Y 1T8

There will also be a Pre-Taikai Seminar on Saturday, July 18, and Daily Recap Seminars on July 18 and 19.

For more details, see Schedule

4

Will there be a seminar?

Yes, spectators are welcome and can register here.

We ask that all spectators observe proper etiquette and follow event guidelines to maintain a respectful environment for competitors.

5

Are spectators allowed?