The Road to Lyon: Team Canada Returns to the ICC
After ten years away, Canada returns to the International Catering Cup in Lyon, France.
After ten years away, Team Canada is preparing to return to the International Catering Cup (ICC), held in Lyon, France, alongside the Bocuse d’Or at Sirha.
Ten years since the last entry
Canada last competed at the ICC in 2017. Since then, the Canadian culinary scene has gained talent and recognition abroad, and it's time to take it back to Lyon.
The road ahead
Getting to Lyon means months of training, recipe development and long hours in the kitchen. Our three chefs, backed by Bar George, are building a competition program that Canada can be proud of.
Training milestones
- June 2026: team selection and first concepts
- August 2026: intensive kitchen training begins in Montreal
- October 2026: recipes finalized, presentation practice
- January 2027: full competition run-through and final adjustments
How you can help
Bringing Canada back to the world stage takes resources as well as talent, from premium ingredients to travel. Every contribution brings us closer to Lyon.
If you or your organization would like to take part, contact our partnership team.