The International Skating Union (ISU) has officially released the assignments for the 2024-2025 ISU Grand Prix of Figure Skating series, featuring stops in six countries. This prestigious circuit will showcase 25 Canadian athletes competing across various disciplines, including women, men, pairs, and ice dance. A highlight for Canadian fans will be the 2024 Skate Canada International, held at the Scotiabank Centre in Halifax, Nova Scotia, from October 25-27, 2024.
Grand Prix Circuit Overview
The Grand Prix series includes the following events:
- Skate America: Allen, USA – October 18-20, 2024
- Skate Canada International: Halifax, NS – October 25-27, 2024
- Grand Prix de France: Angers, France – November 1-3, 2024
- NHK Trophy: Tokyo, Japan – November 8-10, 2024
- Finlandia Trophy: Helsinki, Finland – November 15-17, 2024
- Cup of China: Chongqing, China – November 22-24, 2024
Skaters earn points based on their placements at each event. The top six competitors in each discipline will qualify for the ISU Grand Prix of Figure Skating Final, scheduled for December 5-8, 2024, in Grenoble, France.
Canadian Assignments for the 2024-2025 ISU Grand Prix of Figure Skating Series
Skate America: Allen, USA – October 18-20, 2024
- Men: Wesley Chiu
- Ice Dance: Laurence Fournier Beaudry & Nikolaj Soerensen, Marie-Jade Lauriault & Romain Le Gac
Skate Canada International: Halifax, NS – October 25-27, 2024
- Men: Roman Sadovsky, Aleksa Rakic, Stephen Gogolev
- Women: Madeline Schizas, Kaiya Ruiter, Sara-Maude Dupuis
- Pairs: Deanna Stellato-Dudek & Maxime Deschamps, Kelly Ann Laurin & Loucas Ethier, one additional team to be confirmed
- Ice Dance: Piper Gilles & Paul Poirier, Marjorie Lajoie & Zachary Lagha, Alicia Fabbri & Paul Ayer
Grand Prix de France: Angers, France – November 1-3, 2024
- Pairs: Lia Pereira & Trennt Michaud
- Ice Dance: Marie-Jade Lauriault & Romain Le Gac
NHK Trophy: Tokyo, Japan – November 8-10, 2024
- Men: Stephen Gogolev
- Ice Dance: Laurence Fournier Beaudry & Nikolaj Soerensen
Finlandia Trophy: Helsinki, Finland – November 15-17, 2024
- Pairs: Deanna Stellato-Dudek & Maxime Deschamps, Kelly Ann Laurin & Loucas Ethier
- Ice Dance: Piper Gilles & Paul Poirier
Cup of China: Chongqing, China – November 22-24, 2024
- Men: Wesley Chiu
- Women: Madeline Schizas
- Pairs: Lia Pereira & Trennt Michaud
- Ice Dance: Marjorie Lajoie & Zachary Lagha
Note: Entries are subject to change.
Canadian Skaters to Watch
- Piper Gilles & Paul Poirier: A leading ice dance duo with multiple national titles.
- Stephen Gogolev: A rising star in men’s singles, known for his technical prowess.
- Madeline Schizas: A top contender in women’s singles, recognized for her elegant performances.
Grand Prix Final and Beyond
The 2024-2025 ISU Grand Prix series promises exciting competitions as skaters vie for a spot in the Grand Prix Final. Canadian athletes are poised to showcase their talent on the international stage, bringing pride and anticipation to fans back home.