Club d’Échecs de Sainte-Foy

Club d’Échecs de Sainte-Foy is a community chess club based in Québec City, Québec, Canada. It operates as a local chess organizer for the Sainte-Foy area and the wider Capitale-Nationale region. Moreover, the club supports club play, structured activities, and competitive events.

The club runs regular play sessions, learning activities, and rated competitions for many skill levels. In addition, it is the tournament organizer behind the Tournoi d’Échecs du Carnaval 2026, a marquee open chess tournament in Québec’s winter calendar. The festival centerpiece is a FIDE-rated tournament in classical chess, with additional rating sections for developing players.

Furthermore, Club d’Échecs de Sainte-Foy promotes chess training through youth and adult development activities. As a result, players can combine improvement with meaningful over-the-board competition.