Judging Program

Basic Training for New Judges

Part 1 of Basic Training for New Judges — the Introduction to Judging Course — is open for registration through the new CAPA Learning Centre.
The Introduction to Judging Course costs $185 — with a 35% discount for CAPA individual members! A good reason to join CAPA BEFORE registering for the course.

Part 2 of Basic Training for New Judges — the Judging Practice Workshop — will be open for registration shortly. We are in the process of finalizing dates for the first two workshops which will be listed on the CAPA Learning Centre. These workshops are only available to those who have competed the Introduction to Judging Course.

Basic Training for New Judges Calgary – July 17th & 18th, 2026

Special In-Person Session for attendees of the 2026 Canadian Photography Conference.

Join us in Calgary for a two-day, instructor-led version of Basic Training for New Judges! Normally offered online, this exclusive in-person session lets you complete both parts of the program in one immersive in-person setting over two days.
Early Bird Price: $150 Regular Price: $170

Further details and registration through the Conference Website.

National Judges List

The current National Judges List was issued in early December; the next update will be in early March. CAPA Clubs can access the latest list of Certified and Apprentice Judges by logging in and going to Members > National Judges List.

If you have questions or would like further information, please contact the Director of the Judging Program at judgingdirector@capacanada.ca. — we’re here to help!