The Marcel-Lemieux Provincial Pickleball Championship will take place entirely outdoors for the first time, with twenty new courts set up in Salaberry-de-Valleyfield, Quebec, on the weekend of June 13 and 14, 2026. The shift to an all‑outdoor format marks a notable change for the province's annual pickleball competition, which traditionally has included indoor play.
Organizers have prepared a series of twenty brand‑new courts to accommodate the event's participants and spectators. The courts, constructed specifically for the championship, will be arranged across the Salaberry-de-Valleyfield venue to support the full schedule of matches over the two‑day tournament. By moving the competition outdoors, the organizers aim to take advantage of the summer weather and provide a different playing environment for the athletes.
The Marcel-Lemieux Provincial Championship is recognized as Quebec's premier pickleball tournament each year, drawing players from across the province. This edition's outdoor setting and expanded court count are intended to enhance the experience for both competitors and fans while maintaining the event's established role in the regional sports calendar. The tournament will run on Saturday, June 13, and Sunday, June 14, concluding the annual series of matches that determine the provincial champions.