The Marcel‑Lemieux Provincial Pickleball Championship will take place entirely outdoors for the first time on the weekend of June 13‑14, 2026. Organisers have installed 20 new courts in Salaberry‑de‑Valleyfield, a town located southwest of Montreal, and the event will proceed on those surfaces provided weather conditions allow play.
The shift to an outdoor setting marks a departure from the tournament’s traditional indoor format. All 20 courts have been constructed specifically for the championship, offering players a uniform playing field across the venue. The outdoor arrangement is intended to accommodate the growing number of participants in Quebec’s annual pickleball calendar while showcasing the sport in a new environment.
Salaberry‑de‑Valleyfield will host the two‑day competition, which forms a central fixture in the province’s pickleball schedule. The location was selected for its proximity to Montreal and its capacity to support the temporary infrastructure required for the new courts. Organisers have emphasized that the tournament will proceed as planned if weather permits, with contingency plans in place for adverse conditions.
The Marcel‑Lemieux Provincial Championship is recognised as a key event for Quebec players, offering a platform to compete at a high level within the province. By moving the tournament outdoors and expanding to twenty courts, officials aim to enhance the spectator experience and provide additional opportunities for athletes to demonstrate their skills in a setting that reflects the sport’s growing popularity across the region.