OBA Opens Bid Process for 2027 & 2028 Provincial Championships
Ontario Basketball (OBA) is pleased to announce that applications are now open for member clubs interested in hosting the 2027 and 2028 OBA Championships. This is a unique opportunity for organizations to showcase their community, generate local economic impact, and play a leading role in delivering one of the largest basketball events in North America.
Each year, the OBA Championships bring together more than 1,400 teams, 20,000 athletes and coaches, and hundreds of officials and volunteers from across the province. The Championships are the culmination of the Ontario basketball season and are hosted over nine weekends from March through June. Participants and their families travel from across Ontario, creating significant sport tourism benefits for host communities. A previous economic impact study estimated the Championships contribute more than $23 million annually to Ontario’s economy.
Hosting Opportunities
Organizations may apply for a two-year hosting term covering both the 2027 and 2028 Championships and may submit applications for multiple age groups and genders. Successful hosts will work closely with Ontario Basketball to deliver an exceptional championship experience while creating opportunities for community engagement, volunteer development, and local revenue generation.
When preparing an application, clubs should highlight:
- Available and accessible facilities within their region
- Support from local basketball officials
- Volunteer recruitment and management plans
- Partnerships with tourism organizations and municipalities
- Community engagement initiatives
- Media and promotional strategies
Key Dates
Letter of Intent Deadline: July 15, 2026
Host Application Deadline: July 31, 2026
Successful applicants will be notified following the review process and announced publicly at the start of the new year.
Selection Criteria
Host sites will be evaluated based on:
- Geographic balance across the province
- Quality and completeness of the application
- Venue capacity and facility standards
- Financial viability
- Previous hosting experience
- Collaboration with local stakeholders, tourism organizations, and community partners
Why Host?
Hosting an OBA Championship provides clubs with:
- Financial support through host subsidies
- Revenue opportunities through concessions and event initiatives
- Increased exposure for local basketball programs
- Community engagement and volunteer development opportunities
- The chance to welcome thousands of athletes, families, and fans to their region
Ontario Basketball covers approved facility expenses, game officials, awards, basketballs, event signage, and championship materials, while local hosts play a key role in venue operations, volunteer coordination, and community activation.
How to Apply
Interested member clubs must submit a formal application package that includes organizational information, proposed facilities, letters of support, preliminary budgets, volunteer plans, and local stakeholder commitments. Applications should be submitted electronically to:
Mike Barbin
Vice President, Basketball Operations
mbarbin@basketball.on.ca
Ontario Basketball looks forward to partnering with communities across the province to deliver outstanding championship experiences in 2027 and 2028 while continuing to grow the game and celebrate the achievements of athletes, coaches, officials, and volunteers throughout Ontario.