COMPETE FOR GOLD Canada's Pizza Competition for Chefs & Pizzaioli

Canada's NEW premier pizza competition is calling.

Compete With Canada's Best Where Passion Meets Performance

Gold Pizza Competition celebrates the craftsmanship, creativity and dedication behind Canada's most talented pizza masters.

Whether you're an independent operator, executive chef or artisan pizzaiolo, this is your opportunity to:

• Showcase your talent
• Receive valuable feedback from respected judges
• Build your professional reputation
• Network with industry leaders
• Earn national recognition

**Compete using premium Saputo cheeses and specialty products trusted by Canada's pizza professionals**

REGISTER TO COMPETE IN MONTREAL

Already purchasing Saputo products? Register here.

New to Saputo products? Register here.

INTERESTED IN THE VANCOUVER COMPETITION?

Send an email to info@goldpizza.ca and we’ll forward details soon!

6 Championship Categories

Find the division that best showcases your craft

Authentic Neapolitan pizza prepared according to traditional standards.

Neapolitan Style

Classic delivery-style pizza featuring traditional ingredients and techniques.

Delivery Style

Large-format, hand-stretched pizzas with classic New York characteristics.

New York Style

Detroit, Sicilian, Grandma, Greek and other pan-baked styles.

Detroit/ Pan Pizza

Roman-style pizza including Teglia, Pala and Tonda variations.

Roman Style

Push the boundaries with original concepts, unique ingredients and innovative techniques.

Creative

Official competition cheeses and select specialty cheeses are provided by Saputo. Category-specific product requirements will be outlined in the Official Rules.

The Official Cheese Program

Compete with confidence using premium cheeses supplied by Saputo.

The Gold Pizza Competition is proudly presented by Saputo Foodservice, one of the world's leading dairy companies and a long-standing supporter of Canada's foodservice industry.

Competitors will have access to a curated selection of pizza mozzarella and specialty cheeses.

From Registration to the Awards Stage

Your Journey to gold

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Step 1: Register

Complete your online registration and select your competition category.

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Step 2: Prepare

Bring your dough, sauces and signature ingredients.

 

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Step 3: Compete

Prepare your pizzas within the allotted competition time and present your creation to our judging panel.

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Step 4: Celebrate

Winners will be announced during the Gold Pizza Competition Awards Ceremony.

Premium Competition Ingredients

Official competition cheeses and selected ingredients will be provided by Saputo Foodservice, ensuring competitors have access to exceptional dairy products during the competition.

REGISTER TO COMPETE

Already purchasing Saputo products? Register here.

New to Saputo products? Register here.

INTERESTED IN THE VANCOUVER COMPETITION?

Send an email to info@goldpizza.ca and we’ll forward details soon!

Judged by Industry Leaders

Each pizza is evaluated by an experienced panel of chefs, pizza professionals and industry experts.

Appearance
Crust
Texture
Flavour
Technical
Overall Impression
Gold Pizza Competition judging panel evaluating a finished pizza
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A panel of judges at the Gold Pizza Competition

Our judging process is designed to ensure fairness, consistency and transparency across every competition category.

WHAT Winning Means

Winning Gold Pizza Competition is about more than standing on the podium.

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Championship Title

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Cash Prize

Recognition

National Exposure

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Premium Ingredient Experience

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Industry Recognition

Championship Prizing

Every competition category awards:

Gold — $2,000
Silver — $1,000
Bronze — $500

Cash prizes awarded in each category.

Winning team celebrating at the Gold Pizza Competition awards ceremony

Before You Register

Compete with confidence using premium cheeses supplied by Saputo Foodservice.

Eligibility
Categories
Equipment
Timing
Judging
Ingredient Guidelines
Competition Policies

Official rules, guidelines and approved Saputo Foodservice competition product list will be published shortly.

REady to Compete?

Registration is now open for the Gold Pizza Competition.

Bring your best | Test your skills | Earn national recognition | Compete for Gold

Join us in Montreal

October 6–7, 2026

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Join us in Vancouver

November 2026

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