Settlers of Catan 2008 Canadian championships

The event is being run here (St. Albert, near Edmonton) again May of this year on the Victoria Day long weekend. You can register on line. All details can be found at www.boardgames.ca, just click on the Settlers Logo on the left. Regards - John Engel Owner Mission Fun and Games.

May 17-19, 2008 in St. Albert, Alberta
Winner receives a free flight to United States to compete in the 2008 Settlers of Catan World Championships!

We can now take registration for the 2008 SOC champs! We will run the event in store on Saturday and Sunday, with the finals on holiday Monday (Victoria Day). There is a CHANCE we will be able to run the event on Sat/Sun entirely, but, based on projected attendance, it is better to allow for the Monday. We will update the website here if this changes as the date draws near. Please email us if you have any questions; please do not call the store. Email john(at)boardgames.ca

If you have registered and paid in full by April 30th, you will get a $5 off Mayfair games Voucher as well a swag bag with about $20 retail worth of goods.
How much does it cost to play in the tournament?

The registration fee is $30 +GST per person.
Where is the tournament being held?

Mission Fun & Games
8636 McKenney Ave
St Albert, Alberta
Who can play?

Anyone 18 years or older
You must be a Canadian citizen (If you are not a Canadian citizen you can play in the tournament, but you cannot represent Canada in the World Championship. If the winner is not a Canadian Citizen, the 1st place price will be awarded to the highest placing Canadian citizen.)
Employees of Mission Fun & Games and their relatives cannot play; if the players agree to it, an exception may be made. This occurred in 2007 when we were one player short of 8 balanced tables of four.
How many players can compete in the tournament?

We guarantee a minimum of 32 players
There is a maximum limit of 64 at this time. THIS MAY CHANGE AS THE TOURNAMENT DRAWS NEAR
How many players were there last year?

60 players prrticipated
How do I register to play in the tournament?

To register, simply purchase this Registration Fee by clicking the 'Add To Cart' button.
If you are paying for more than one player, or for someone other than yourself, please type the full name and age of each player in the 'Special Instructions' box when you place your order.
I may have to work that weekend. What is your registration fee refund policy?

We will provide a full refund of your registration fee provided we receive your refund request on or before May 15th.
Refunds requested after May 15th will be provided in the form of a Mission Fun & Games in-store gift certificate.
When is the 2008 Settlers of Catan World Championship?

The 2008 World Championship will be held at Gen-con Indy Aug 17 - 20 http://www.gencon.com...
Gen Con Indy is the original, longest running, best attended, gaming convention in the world. For nearly 40 years, Gen Con Indy has been setting the trend and breaking records. Last year, more than 26,000 unique attendees experienced Gen Con Indy. The biggest complaint we hear is that there is simply too much to do, see, and experience. Get lost in a phantasm of art exhibits. Stare at jaw-dropping costumes, or better yet, wear one of your own. Meet the movers and the shakers in the gaming industry. Check out the newest games and get a sneak peek at the latest editions.
And, of course, play your heart out with fellow enthusiasts in a community that understands your passion. What you'll experience at Gen Con Indy is nothing short of IT. You know, whatever "It" is for you? This is IT! Get ready to get there.

Indiana Convention Center
100 South Capitol Ave.
Indianapolis, Indiana 46225


How many Canadians will represent Canada in the World Championship?

The World Championship rules LAST YEAR allow a maximum of 2 players to represent each country.
2 Canadians will play in the 2008 World Championship for certain, possibly 3.
Mayfair Games has arranged 2 Canadian National Championships, the winner of each one will play in the World Championship. There is a possibility of a third from Quebec
The other Canadian National Championship will be held in Winnipeg, AT PENDRAGON GAMES
How many games will I get to play?

There will be a minimum of 4 regular rounds.
The top 16 players after 4 rounds will advance to the semi-final round.
The 4 semi-final winners will compete in the final game MONDAY.
What time does the tournament start?

This will be finalized in the week before the tournament.
The start time is tentaively 9:00am , THIS MAY CHANGE AS THE DATE DRAWS NEARER