Note: Participation in all Chess Nova Scotia events is subject to Government of Nova Scotia guidelines. See policy here. Participants must also abide by the Covid-19 policies of the event host.
If any player is experiencing symptoms of a cold or flu, consider wearing a mask or not attending the event, especially if you have a persistent cough. Please contact chesscapebreton@gmail.com if you have any questions about what to do if you’re experiencing symptoms.
When: May 9th and 10th, 2026
Where:
Cape Breton University, LeVert A and B rooms
1250 Grand Lake Road
Cape Breton Nova Scotia
Map of Cape Breton University. Click on image to enlarge. Parking in section 1 and 2. Tournament site in section 16 (enter building via section 20). Passes available at the check-in desk for free parking.
Cost :
Adults (age 18 and over) $40
Seniors (age 65 and over) $30
Juniors (under age 18) $30
Contact: Donald Maclean
— chesscapebreton@gmail.com
You need a CFC membership to play. You can pay your CFC membership online at
www.chess.ca/en/players/membership-join/
no later than 9 am on the 9th of May.
Please ensure you have a CFC membership and that it is up to date before arriving at the tournament. The CFC has requested we no longer renew memberships onsite at the tournament, but instead have everyone register or renew their memberships online. If you need help, please reach out to us at chesscapebreton@gmail.com
Please send Donald Maclean an email chesscapebreton@gmail.com if you intend on playing, before Tuesday, May 6th, at 6 p.m. Also provide your age and chess rating if you have one.
For e-transfer payment of the entry fee, you can send them to the same email: chesscapebreton@gmail.com
Date of tournament May 9th and 10th, 2025. Cape Breton University 1250 Grand Lake Road, Rooms LeVert A and B
Type: 5 round Swiss
Rounds
Rd 1 Saturday May 9th, 10:00 a.m.
Rd 2 Saturday May 9th, 2:00 p.m.
Rd 3 Saturday May 9th, 6:00 p.m.
Rd 4 Sunday May 10th, 10:00 a.m.
Rd 5 Sunday May 10th, 2:00 p.m.
Prizes: Cash prizes will be awarded based on the number of entrees. The tournament winner will be the second name engraved on the P.W. Cup chess trophy.
Time Controls
Game in 60 minutes, with 30-second increments from start. This tournament will be CFC Classical Rated.
Byes: Up to two (2) half point byes are available but must be requested to the tournament director before the tournament begins or at the time of registration.
Forfeits: Players are required to play all five rounds unless the declared byes before hand. PLAYERS THAT DON’T SHOW UP will forfeit their game unless they have indicated a bye before in the beginning of the first round. The player who does not show will score a zero while his opponent will gain a point, for the game.
Also a player is expected to show up on time*** for the start of the round, as a courtesy to their opponent. If a player does not show up WITHIN 45 MINUTES AFTER A GAME STARTS the player will be forfeited for that round, i.e., they will earn a score of zero for the game and their opponent will earn a score of one point for the game.
Forced byes: in rounds where there is an uneven number of players a full point forced bye will be given to one player as determined by the pairing software.
Note: This tournament is subject to the Chess Nova Scotia Fair Play and Electronic Device policy.Updated: March 20th, 2025
Confirmed Participants (21) (Note: the ratings below are as of the date above and may not reflect the most recent CFC tournament results. Ratings are included here only to give potential tournament entrants an idea of who is playing and the level of competition to expect.)
Kyle Creamer (2107)
Donald MacLean (1951)
Kaven Sharma (1921)
Joseph Jewells (1700)
Shailee Soni (1615)
Matthias Bierenstiel (1604)*
Joel Carleton (1531)*
Ella Dubinsky (1530)*
Liam Mailman (1524)
Garrett Paul (1515)*
Skylar McDonald (1447)*
Matthew Niznansky (1439) *
Mike Tobin (1435)*
Jack MacInnis (1420)*
Rylan MacDonald (1336)*
Gabe Fitzpatrick (1303)*
Heli Soni (1257)
Mark van Shaick (852)*
Fidelius Schreckenbauer (UNR)
Gavin Walsh (UNR)
Keith Norton (UNR)
*- Provisional rating
Maybe Participants (3):
Herbert Fournier (1825)
Ken Cashin (1769)
Remi Petch (1578)
*- Provisional rating
Accommodation Options: Here are several hotels in Sydney, which is about a 15-20 minute drive from Cape Breton University where the tournament is being held.
Make sure to double check the dates you’re booking for before submitting your reservation!
Holiday Inn Sydney:
https://www.ihg.com/holidayinn/hotels/us/en/sydney/yqyhi/hoteldetail
Hampton Inn by Hilton Sydney:
https://www.hilton.com/en/hotels/yqynshx-hampton-sydney/
Hearthstone Inn Sydney:
https://www.novascotia.com/places-to-stay/accommodations/hearthstone-inn-sydney/1271
Harborview Inn and Suites:
https://harbourviewinnsuites.com/
Travelodge by Wyndham Sydney:
https://www.wyndhamhotels.com/en-ca/travelodge/sydney-nova-scotia/travelodge-sydney/overview
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