Canadian Swimming Trials Underway in Victoria: Results, Schedule, and How to Watch
The road to Singapore is officially open. The 2025 Bell Canadian Swimming Trials kicked off Saturday at Saanich Commonwealth Place, launching six days of top-tier racing as Canada’s best swimmers compete for a spot at the World Aquatics Championships.
Running June 7 through June 12, this year’s Trials will determine Team Canada’s roster for both pool and para events at Worlds. Olympic veterans, world record holders, and rising stars are all on deck as Canadian swimming takes center stage.
How to Watch – Free and Live on CBC
All sessions are streaming live and free for Canadian and international viewers:
Session Times:
- Prelims: 9:30 AM PT / 12:30 PM ET
- Finals: 5:30 PM PT / 8:30 PM ET
Day 1 Highlights (June 7)
- Summer McIntosh opened her Trials campaign in the 400 freestyle in grand fashion, blasting a world record.
For an in-depth look at McIntosh’s 400 free performance on Day 1, check out our Canadian Trials: Summer McIntosh Destroys world record coverage. - Josh Liendo and Ilya Kharun headline the men’s sprints and fly events.
- Kylie Masse returns in backstroke, aiming for another Worlds roster spot.
- Canada’s top para swimmers are in action throughout every session, including medalists like Aurélie Rivard and Nicolas-Guy Turbide.
Full Schedule
Saturday, June 7: 200 Breast, 100 Back, 400 Free, Para Breast
Sunday, June 8: 50 Back, 100 Fly, Men’s 1500, Women’s 800, Para Free
Monday, June 9: 50 Free, 100 Breast, 200 IM, Para 50 Fly/100 Free
Tuesday, June 10: 200 Fly, 100 Free, 50 Breast, Para 100 Fly/50 Free
Wednesday, June 11: 400 IM, 200 Back, Para IM
Thursday, June 12: 200 Free, 50 Fly, Men’s 800, Women’s 1500, Para Back
For detailed event info and session times, see the official meet info PDF.
Live Results
Track every heat, split, and team selection live at results.swimming.ca
Team Canada Selection Criteria
- Top two A-finalists per event who meet the World Aquatics “A” cut are selected.
- For relays, the four fastest eligible swimmers in the 100 and 200 freestyle fill out the roster.
- Full details: Selection Criteria PDF
Key Links
Stay with Swimming World for daily recaps, fast results, and exclusive Team Canada updates as the nation’s best chase their spot at Worlds.
