Upper Canada Bassmasters

06/19/2026

ANGLER MEETING ANNOUNCEMENT: ARRIVE HUNGRY!

The OBN Qualifier Committee is thrilled to announce the details for our Friday night Angler Meeting, and we are kicking things off right!

Before we talk strategy, we eat. The grill will be rolling starting at 5:00 PM, so make sure you show up with an appetite!

THE DETAILS:

Where: The Royal Canadian Legion, Branch 110 (19 Quinte St, Quinte West)

When: Friday, August 28th

Food: BBQ fires up at 5:00 PM

Meeting: Angler Meeting starts at 6:00 PM

🇨🇦 THE ROAD TO TEAM ONTARIO STARTS HERE 🇨🇦
This isn’t just another tournament; it’s where passion meets purpose and local sticks become legends. With world-class brands backing our anglers, those "Big Bass" dreams are about to become reality.

🔥Big Bass.
🔥Big Stage.
🔥Big Dreams.

SAVE THE DATE:
🏆 Tournament: 2026 Hank Gibson Provincial Qualifier
📍 Location: Bay of Quinte | City of Quinte West
📅 Dates: August 29–30, 2026

The countdown is officially ON. Bring your appetite Friday, and your A-game Saturday. Are you ready to make your mark?

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06/16/2026

06/12/2026

🚨 BIG SPONSOR NEWS: ANOTHER NEW PARTNERSHIP! 🚨

The OBN Qualifier Committee is absolutely thrilled to announce that Livingston Lures has officially joined forces with the Ontario B.A.S.S. Nation as a premier sponsor for the 2026 Provincial Qualifier!

If you haven't thrown a Livingston yet, you are missing out on their game-changing Electronic Baitfish Sound (EBS) technology. These smart baits don't just look the part—they actually emit the natural sounds of distressed baitfish to trigger massive strikes.

THE ROAD TO TEAM ONTARIO STARTS HERE!

This isn’t just another tournament; it’s where passion meets purpose and local sticks become legends. With Livingston Lures backing our anglers, we are ensuring our competitors are equipped with the most advanced baits on the market so they can focus on what matters most: dominating the water and hooking into giant bags!

🔥 Big Bass. Big Stage. Big Dreams. 🔥

🗓️ SAVE THE DATE
2026 Hank Gibson Provincial Qualifier
📍 Location: Bay of Quinte | City of Quinte West
📅 Date: August 29–30, 2026

The countdown is officially on. Are you ready to make your mark?

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06/11/2026

The Ontario B.A.S.S. Nation, along with our three dedicated host clubs, is absolutely thrilled to share the incredible wave of support the 2026 Hank Gibson Provincial Qualifier is receiving. Thanks to our growing list of partners, this is shaping up to be our biggest and best event yet!

06/05/2026

BIG SPONSOR PRIZE ANNOUNCEMENT: A SPONSOR WITH GRIP!

​The OBN Qualifier Committee is absolutely thrilled to announce that Yokohama Tires, in conjunction with OK Tire Peterborough, has officially joined forces with the Ontario B.A.S.S. Nation for the 2026 Provincial Qualifier!

​When you think of world-class traction and performance, you think of a legendary brand like Yokohama. As a long-time supporter of the Bassmasters, they’ve stepped up north of the border to support our Ontario B.A.S.S. Nation anglers in a massive way.

​THE BIG PRIZE:
The winning Boater will walk away with a brand-new set of 4 Yokohama Geolandar Truck Tires, plus FREE installation courtesy of the team at OK Tire Peterborough!
Total prize value: Up to $2,500! (Depending on tire size)

​Whether you're towing the rig down the highway or launching at a rugged ramp, the Geolandar series is built to deliver ultimate grip and reliability.

​🔥 THE ROAD TO TEAM ONTARIO STARTS HERE 🔥
This isn’t just another tournament; it’s where passion meets purpose and local sticks become legends. With world-class brands backing our anglers, those "Big Bass" dreams are about to become reality.

​Big Bass. Big Stage. Big Dreams.

​SAVE THE DATE
​Tournament: 2026 Hank Gibson Provincial Qualifier
​Location: Bay of Quinte | City of Quinte West
​Dates: August 29–30, 2026

​The countdown is on. Are you ready to make your mark?

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05/22/2026

Great Partnership. Looking forward to this years Qualifier.

🚨 BIG SUPPORT NEWS: THE ULTIMATE HOST CITY 🚨

The OBN Qualifier Committee is absolutely thrilled to announce that the City of Quinte West has officially joined forces with the Ontario B.A.S.S. Nation for the 2026 Provincial Qualifier!

When you think of a world-class fishery, you think of the legendary Bay of Quinte. There is nothing more refreshing than heading to a community that genuinely wants us there and is rolling out the red carpet for our anglers!

EVERYTHING ANGLERS NEED (& MORE!)
Quinte West isn't just a destination; it's the ultimate tournament hub. The city has everything lined up to make our stay flawless:

Free boat launch ramps (the ultimate tournament perk!)

Top-tier accommodations & local attractions

Convenient gas stations & marine amenities

Incredible local cuisine to fuel up after a long day on the water

THE ROAD TO TEAM ONTARIO STARTS HERE
This isn’t just another tournament; it’s where passion meets purpose and local sticks become legends. With a world-class fish factory at our disposal, those "Big Bass" dreams are about to become reality.

Big Bass.
Big Stage.
Big Dreams.

Whether you are punching heavy mats for giant largemouth or drop-shotting deep rock piles for giant smallies, the Bay of Quinte has it all!

🗓️ SAVE THE DATE
2026 Hank Gibson Provincial Qualifier
📍 Location: Bay of Quinte | City of Quinte West
📅 Date: August 29–30, 2026

The countdown is officially on. Are you ready to make your mark?

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