SPECIAL GUEST
CHEF CHUCK HUGHES
Joins at 1 PM - October 7
REGISTER TO COMPETE IN MONTREAL
Already purchasing Saputo products? Register here.
REGISTRATION FEES
Saputo Foodservice customers receive up to 3 complimentary category entries; additional categories are $50 each. New/non-Saputo competitors: $300 registration includes entry in up to 3 categories; additional categories are $75 each. All registration fees are non-refundable. Once your registration has been reviewed and approved, payment instructions and an invoice will be included with your confirmation email.
INTERESTED IN THE VANCOUVER COMPETITION?
Send an email to info@goldpizza.ca and we’ll forward details soon!
KNOW BEFORE YOU COMPETE
Review the official 2026 Gold Pizza Competition Rules & Regulations for competition requirements, judging criteria and important competitor information.
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
Step 1: Register
Complete your online registration and select your competition category.
Step 2: Prepare
Bring your dough, sauces and signature ingredients.
Step 3: Compete
Prepare your pizzas within the allotted competition time and present your creation to our judging panel.
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.
REGISTRATION FEES
Saputo Foodservice customers receive up to 3 complimentary category entries; additional categories are $50 each. New/non-Saputo competitors: $300 registration includes entry in up to 3 categories; additional categories are $75 each. All registration fees are non-refundable. Once your registration has been reviewed and approved, payment instructions and an invoice will be included with your confirmation email.
INTERESTED IN THE VANCOUVER COMPETITION?
Send an email to info@goldpizza.ca and we’ll forward details soon!
Bring your crew
Competing at Gold? Invite your team, colleagues and supporters to experience the competition live.
Judged by Industry Leaders
Each pizza is evaluated by an experienced panel of chefs, pizza professionals and industry experts.
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.
Championship Title
Cash Prize
National Exposure
Premium Ingredient Experience
Industry Recognition
Championship Prizing
Every competition category awards:
Gold — $2,000
Silver — $1,000
Bronze — $500
Cash prizes awarded in each category.
Before You Register
Compete with confidence using premium cheeses supplied by Saputo Foodservice.
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