SIGMA Online 2026

SIGMA Online at Mohawk College

The Department of Mathematics and Statistics at Mohawk College invites high school students to participate in SIGMA Online, a provincial competition designed to engage learners in practical and interdisciplinary applications of mathematics and statistics. This event offers an accessible, co-curricular opportunity for teachers and students who wish to extend classroom learning and explore how quantitative reasoning supports fields such as business and technology.

SIGMA Online takes place once per year in May. Teachers register first to create a school group, after which students may register individually. Registration is required and students cannot register on their own. Once a teacher’s registration is approved, instructions and a school access code will be provided.

NOTE: If you are interested in registering for SIGMA (In-Person) competition at Mohawk College, Fennell Campus, Hamilton on Tuesday, May 12th, 2026 please visit SIGMA (In-Person).

SIGMA Online Registration 

Registration is open as of April 1st

SIGMA Online

  • When: Wednesday, May 20th, 2026
  • Where: Online (link to be shared)
  • Who: Grade 10, 11 and 12 High School Students (individual only)
  • Registration deadline: Friday, May 8th, 2026, 11:59 pm (space is limited)
  • Cost: Free.

What to Expect

SIGMA Online is designed to offer a comprehensive and engaging mathematics and statistics experience. No advanced background is assumed. Questions range from introductory to more challenging, encouraging students to apply concepts, interpret quantitative information, and connect mathematics to real world contexts.

 

Participants will encounter a variety of problem types, including applied multi step scenarios, data interpretation, numerical reasoning, and foundational statistical thinking. The competition is delivered online through Möbius (DigitalEd), a secure platform supported by Mohawk College.

Sample questions and preparation resources are available below to help students understand the style and scope of the competition.

Practice Questions and Resources

For additional information and any inquiries, please contact the SIGMA Team at sigma [at] mohawkcollege.ca (sigma[at]mohawkcollege[dot]ca).

To better prepare for the competition students can also check Online Practice Questions and Classroom to Campus: Math and Stats Challenge questions.

 

Online Practice Questions       Classroom2Campus

These resources illustrate the range of difficulty and the types of real world contexts students will encounter during the online competition.

Competition Rules

SIGMA is open to high school students in grades 10, 11 and 12 who are enrolled in, or who have completed, an Applied or College level mathematics course in the current school year. Eligible courses include:

  • Grade 10: MFM2P;
  • Grade 11: MBF3C and MCF3M; and
  • Grade 12: MCT4C and MAP4C 

 

SIGMA (Online) participants will compete individually, online, within their classroom. Teachers must register first to create a school group. Once the registration is approved, the SIGMA Team will send an email containing detailed instructions and the unique access code students will use to register. After the school access code is issued, students may register individually for SIGMA Online.

Participation is free.

Before registering, teachers and students should review the complete competition rules and requirements.

SIGMA (Online) Official Rules Coming Soon    

Our Sponsors




 

Presenting Sponsor

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Gold Sponsor

 


 

Silver Sponsor

McMaster University Engineering logo

 

 

Bronze Sponsors

Sobotec logoMohawk Ideaworks logo

 

 

If you are a sponsor interested in supporting SIGMA at Mohawk College, including student awards and participation packages, we would be pleased to hear from you. Sponsorship offers valuable visibility among students, educators, and industry professionals, while contributing to the development of future leaders in quantitative fields. 

Please contact the SIGMA Team at sigma [at] mohawkcollege.ca to learn more about sponsorship opportunities.