Pickleball Founder Tournament & YEY Nomination Launch
Paddles up. Nominations open.
** PADDLES PROVIDED FOR ALL PLAYERS **
The YEY Awards 2026 is launching its national search for Canada's top young founders — and we're doing it on the court.
Find a partner and join us Monday, June 15th at Fairgrounds Capilano for a charity pickleball tournament built for founders. 32 teams. Doubles. All skill levels. Full competition energy. Proceeds support the League of Innovators' charity fund.
Run of Show
5:00 PM: Doors open, sign in & warm-up
6:00 PM: Tournament begins
8:00 PM: Final match & prizes
Social hour till 9pm. Food & Drinks included with ticket purchase.
Who's Playing: Founders, operators, and builders under 30. Past YEY winners and category partners will also be on the court.
Whether you're a pickleball pro or first-timer, come connect with Canada's most ambitious founder community and help us spread the word that nominations for YEY Awards are now open. Visit www.yeyawards.com to nominate someone today.
Prizes to be won.
Hosted in partnership with Fairgrounds Capilano, North Vancouver.