The ISU World Figure Skating Championships have arrived in Prague, and Team Ontario is ready to shine on the world stage. With athletes competing in all four disciplines—women, men, pairs, and ice dance—this year’s event is a powerful showcase of Ontario’s depth, talent, and impact in international skating.
But this championship is about more than competition. Prague holds a unique place in skating history, dating back to 1961 when a World Championships in this very city was ultimately cancelled amid extraordinary global events. As we return decades later, we honour that history while celebrating the present. Follow along here for exclusive content from Pj Kwong on site, daily results and behind-the-scenes moments that bring you closer to the action.
Hear more from Pj Kwong and Debbi Wilkes about what you can expect to see this week:
What’s Up at Prague Worlds 2026?
The World Figure Skating Championships are a big deal … and athletes from Ontario are playing starring roles! At any Worlds, a country’s team size is based on their placements from last year’s event. This year in Prague, Canada will field a team of 12 competitors (out of a maximum of 18) with six athletes from Ontario, those six all veterans of the recent Olympic Games in Italy. Stephen Gogolev in Men, Madeline Schizas in Women, Lia Pereira and Trennt Michaud in Pairs … and in Dance, Olympic medalists Piper Gilles and Paul Poirier.
WELCOME BACK to Prague
What was meant to be a World Championships in Prague in 1961 became something far more unforgettable. Debbi Wilkes recounts her experience as a young skater arriving behind the Iron Curtain—only to be met with shocking news that would impact the entire skating world. Read her remarkable firsthand story.
Prague 101
What makes Prague such a unique stop on the World Championships circuit? In Prague 101, Debbi Wilkes blends history, personal reflection, and a true “skating insider” perspective—connecting iconic Canadian moments to the possibilities unfolding this week. It’s the perfect primer before the competition begins.
Monday – Friday
8:00 am – 4:00 pm