What memberships and licences do I need to enter a competition?

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From the Air Nation Freestyle Tour Handbook (Rev. 11/2023) and the 2026 Junior Nationals event notice:

You need a membership with your Provincial/Territorial Snowboard Association (PTSA).
To be listed as a FIS competitor you need a valid FIS licence and extended medical coverage through the Sport Accident Insurance Policy (SAIP). Canadian athletes can buy the PTSA advanced membership, SAIP and FIS licence online through SnowReg member services.
The FIS licence year runs from July 1 to June 30.
At events with National Championship status (NorAm stops that are also Nationals), only athletes with a FIS licence can compete.
At Junior Nationals, a FIS licence is required for the JR FIS categories. The 2026 Junior Nationals notice required a valid PTSA competitive licence for the youth (Grom) category.
Registration is online through SnowReg, and your coach must represent you at the coaches or team captains meeting.
All athletes must follow the Canada Snowboard Safe Sport guidelines, Helmet Policy and Concussion Protocol.