[1] The event determines the national champions of Canada and was organized by Skate Canada, the nation's figure skating governing body as well as sponsored by Canadian Tire.
Medals were awarded in the disciplines of men's singles, women's singles, pair skating, and ice dancing on the senior, junior, and novice levels.
Although the official International Skating Union terminology for female skaters in the singles category is ladies, Skate Canada uses women officially.
In December 2012, it was announced that Ottawa, Ontario would host the 100th anniversary event.
[2] The Olympic team was announced on January 12, 2014:[3] Skate Canada announced the Canadian team to the 2014 Four Continents Championships on January 20, 2014:[4] Skate Canada announced the Canadian team to the 2014 World Junior Championships on Mar 7, 2014:[5] Skate Canada announced the Canadian team to the 2014 World Championships on Mar 20, 2014:[6]