Production for the New season of MasterChef Canada Season 9 is set to begin in early 2026, delivering an 11-episode series from MEM. This globally acclaimed cookery show, Represented by Banijay Entertainment, invites home cooks and aspiring chefs to apply at CTV.ca/MasterChefCanadaCasting to pursue their culinary dreams.
Customized brand partnership opportunities across Bell Media platforms are now available for Season 9, offering exciting ways to engage with the show’s audience.
CTV has announced the return of MasterChef Canada for the 2026/27 broadcast season, with casting now open for home cooks and amateur chefs at CTV.ca/MasterChefCanadaCasting. Production for the 11-episode season begins in early 2026, under a deal brokered by Banijay Rights, the global distribution division of Banijay Entertainment.
Don’t miss your chance to be part of MasterChef Canada Season 9! Applications are open until November 17, 2025, at 11:59 PM ET. Apply now at CTV.ca/MasterChefCanadaCasting and stay tuned for updates on the show’s official social media channels: Instagram, and Facebook.
MASTERCHEF CANADA is on the hunt for passionate, innovative, and ambitious amateur cooks and aspiring chefs from across the country.
- Passionate: Share your love for food with Canada.
- Innovative: Bring unique flavors and techniques to the table.
- Ambitious: Ready to push culinary boundaries and compete for the title of MASTERCHEF CANADA.
How to Apply MasterChef Canada for 2026?
To apply for MasterChef Canada 2026, visit CTV.ca/MasterChefCanadaCasting. Home cooks and amateur chefs must complete the online application, showcasing their culinary skills, passion, and creativity. Applications are currently open, so don’t miss the opportunity to take part in this exciting competition.
How to Audition for MasterChef Canada Season 9 2026?
To audition for MasterChef Canada Season 9 in 2026, visit CTV.ca/MasterChefCanadaCasting. Complete the online application form, highlighting your culinary skills, creativity, and passion for cooking.
Be prepared to share photos or videos of your dishes to impress the casting team. Applications are open to home cooks and amateur chefs across Canada, so submit yours soon!
Requirements for Audition
The requirements to audition for MasterChef Canada Season 9 (2026) typically include:
- Eligibility: You must be a Canadian citizen or permanent resident.
- Age: Applicants must be at least 19 years old.
- Amateur Status: You cannot have worked as a professional chef or in a culinary role.
- Application: Complete the form at CTV.ca/MasterChefCanadaCasting, including details about your cooking background and dish photos/videos.
Application Deadline: The application deadline for the 2025/2026 season has likely passed. However, keep an eye on the official CTV website and social media channels for updates on future casting calls.
What is the prize money for winning MasterChef Canada?
MASTERCHEF CANADA returns to CTV, inviting everyday Canadians to step into the spotlight and compete for the coveted title of culinary master. Produced by MEM, the series will feature home cooks facing high-stakes challenges in a bid to win the $100,000 grand prize. Further details, including the esteemed judging panel, will be announced soon.
Table of Contents
Here is a slightly refined version of the production credits for MASTERCHEF CANADA:
MASTERCHEF CANADA
- Produced by: MEM
- In Association With: CTV
MEM:
- Scott McGillivray, CEO
- Angela Jennings, President
- Nanci MacLean, COO
- Marike Emery, Executive Producer
Bell Media:
- Rachel Goldstein-Couto, Head of Development, Original Programming
- Kelsey-Ann Maria, Production Executive
- Danielle Pearson, Senior Production Executive, Original Programming
- Sarah Fowlie, Head of Production, Original Programming
- Carlyn Klebuc, General Manager, Original Programming
- Justin Stockman, Vice-President, Content Development & Programming
- Stewart Johnston, Senior Vice-President, Content & Sales
About MEM
Founded in 2014, MEM has quickly become a leading unscripted television production company, renowned for creating high-quality, original content that resonates with audiences worldwide.
Key Strengths:
- Diverse Portfolio: Specializing in a wide range of genres, including lifestyle, factual, reality, and competition formats.
- Global Reach: Enjoying significant success both domestically and internationally with a robust library distributed on platforms worldwide.
- Adaptability: Continuously evolving to meet the evolving needs of broadcasters and streamers in the rapidly changing media landscape.
- Strong Partnerships: Cultivating and nurturing strong relationships with key industry players, including commissioners, buyers, and creative talent.
- Commitment to Excellence: Delivering content that consistently exceeds expectations and adheres to the highest industry and creative standards.
Key Projects:
- MasterChef Canada: A flagship production demonstrating MEM’s expertise in creating successful competition formats.
Leadership Team:
- Scott McGillivray, CEO
- Angela Jennings, President
- Nanci MacLean, COO
- Marike Emery, Executive Producer
Bell Media Original Programming
- Leader in Canadian Content: Commissions some of the country’s most-watched and acclaimed shows.
- Award-Winning Productions: Hit series like TRANSPLANT, SULLIVAN’S CROSSING, THE AMAZING RACE CANADA, and LETTERKENNY.
- Diverse Portfolio: Spans dramas, comedies, reality shows, documentaries, and more across various channels and streaming platforms.
- Strong Partnerships: Collaborates with top Canadian independent producers.
CTV: Canada’s #1 Television Brand
- Dominant Network: Holds the title of Canada’s most-watched conventional television network for 23 consecutive years.
- Diverse Programming: Offers a wide range of entertainment content, including dramas, comedies, reality shows, and documentaries.
- Extensive Reach: Broadcasts across two main channels, a suite of specialty channels, and digital platforms like CTV.ca and the CTV app.
- Strong News Presence: Features CTV News, Canada’s highest-rated national and local newscasts.
- Part of Bell Media: Owned by Bell Media, Canada’s leading multimedia company.
Banijay Entertainment: Let’s Show the World
- Global Content Leader: A leading global content producer with over 130 production companies across 21 territories.
- Extensive Catalogue: Boasts an extensive library of over 200,000 hours of original programming across various genres.
- Creative Powerhouse: In 2023, launched 70+ new scripted titles, 200+ new non-scripted shows, and produced 33 formats in over 3+ territories, earning recognition as K7’s Distributor of the Year.
- Global Brands: Home to some of the biggest global brands in entertainment, including Survivor, Big Brother, Peaky Blinders, MasterChef, and Black Mirror.
- Focus on Innovation: Committed to imagining and delivering high-quality, multi-genre IP that resonates globally.
- Strong Leadership: Led by CEO Marco Bassetti, the company has achieved significant growth, generating €3.3bn in revenues and €494m in EBITDA in 2023.
- Core Values: Built on a foundation of independence, creative freedom, collaborative entrepreneurship, and commercial acumen.
