Alberta Chess Association
Welcome to the Alberta Chess Association!

The Alberta Chess Association is a non-profit organization dedicated to the promotion of chess in Alberta. We are affiliated with the Chess Federation of Canada, and provide support to players and organizers province wide.

We gratefully acknowledge the support we receive from the  Alberta Sport, Recreation Parks & Wildlife Foundation!








We now have a permanent phone number if you need to contact us.
In Calgary call 403-568-2773
In all other parts of Alberta call toll free 1-866-971-2437

The 5th Edmonton International is happening now! at the Edmonton Chess Club. This 10 player round robin will feature an exciting selection of GMs and IMs while offering norm opportunities. Visit the tournament website for full details. Aside from the main event, there will be simuls and lectures available for all, as well as a Reserve Section open to everyone. Watch the games live via DGT!

Congratulations to GM Victor Mikhalevski on winning 1st place at the 2010 Calgary International Chess Classic. Congratulations must also go to Eric Hansen for earning his 3rd and final IM norm at the event!
Click here for the tournament website.

Congratulations to FM Dale Haessel on winning the 2010 Alberta Closed. Dale will represent Alberta in the next Canadian Closed or Canadian Open. Thanks to Terry Seehagen for running this event.

The 2010 Battle at the Border in Lloydminster is shaping up to be a fine event. GM's Nakamura and Charbonneau will be there, as well as IM Teplitski and FM Jack Yoos. Visit the tournament website for details.

There is a vacancy on the ACA Board of Directors. We are currently seeking an individual to fill the position of ACA Director. If you would like to volunteer for this position, please email the Executive Director at tficzere@telus.net

The Canadian Open 2009 tournament book will be available soon. There will be a limited number of copies available so order yours today. The cost for Alberta residents is $35. If you live outside of Alberta the cost is $40. Price includes shipping. To order your copy, mail your cheque payable to the Alberta Chess Association  to:

The Alberta Chess Association
58 Martin Crossing Court NE
Calgary Alberta T3J 3P3