ISU GP Skate Canada International 2025: Preview, Schedule, and How to Watch Live
Men’s world champion Ilia Malinin aims to extend his remarkable winning streak at the 2025 Skate Canada International in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, from 31 October to 2 November. This event marks the third stop of the 2025–26 ISU Figure Skating Grand Prix season.
World-renowned competitors Malinin and Nakai Ami head into the competition looking to boost their qualifying points for the upcoming Grand Prix Final in December in Japan. Both are fresh off victories at the season-opening Grand Prix de France, where their performances were nothing short of extraordinary.
All eyes will be on Malinin as he competes in the men’s singles event. The two-time world champion will face off against formidable contenders, including Kévin Aymoz from France and Georgian skater Nika Egadze, who aims to capitalize on his recent success following a top-three finish in Angers.
In the women’s competition, Nakai is expected to defend her unexpected win against strong competitors such as 2024 world silver medallist Isabeau Levito and two-time Four Continents medallist Bradie Tennell. Additionally, Japan’s Chiba Mone will bring the heat as a recent bronze medallist from the World Championships.
The pairs event is headlined by Canada’s 2024 world champions, Deanna Stellato-Dudek and Maxime Deschamps, looking to recover from their first Grand Prix loss in years. They face stiff competition from reigning world champs Miura Riku and Kihara Ryuichi.
Lastly, the ice dance segment promises fireworks with home favorites Piper Gilles and Paul Poirier seeking their sixth consecutive Skate Canada title. They are set to defend their title with an impressive resume.
Full Schedule for the 2025 Skate Canada International
31 October, Friday:16:15–16:45 – Opening ceremony17:00–18:04 – Pairs short program18:25–19:54 – Women’s short program
1 November, Saturday:12:45–14:03 – Ice dance rhythm dance14:25–15:54 – Men’s short program17:00–18:16 – Pairs free skating18:40–20:27 – Women’s free skating
2 November, Sunday:10:30–12:17 – Men’s free skating12:40–14:11 – Ice dance free dance
How to Watch Live
The International Skating Union (ISU) will broadcast the event globally through various TV partnerships. Among the providers, viewers can tune in via CNBC in the U.S., SBS in Australia, and BBC in Great Britain.
As the anticipation builds, figure skating fans around the world prepare for an exhilarating showcase of talent in Saskatoon. Don’t miss a minute of the action!
