The 29 th Annual George Sherriff Memorial Invitational will held on on November 15 at St. Paul’s Presbyterian Church in Hamilton, Ontario. Come on out to the "Sherriff" and listen to these exceptional young musicians, you'll be supporting one of the premier amateur events of it's kind in the world. Schedule - Doors open 9:00 a.m. - 6/8 March will commence at 10 a.m. - Piobaireachd will commence at 12:30 p.m. (after a lunch break.) - Final March, Strathspey & Reel will take p

This symposium, which was a joint effort by the PPBSO and the BCPA, was held on Saturday November 1st. The streamed event was attended by over 100 teachers of pipes and drums from across Ontario and BC. It took place in Guelph, Ontario with the in-person attendees joined by many participants online. The list of very informative presenters included Alexandra Duncan, former Chair of the Scottish Schools Pipes & Drums Trust, who provided an excellent overview on the Scottish exp

Attention All Piping & Drumming Teachers! The Pipers’ and Pipe Band Society of Ontario (PPBSO), in partnership with the British Columbia Pipers’ Association (BCPA), is proud to host Building a Stronger Teaching Culture: Recruitment, Retention & Relevance , a day-long teaching symposium on Saturday, November 1st, 2025 . Don't miss the chance to join this unique event that brings together expert educators, accomplished performers, and forward-thinking leaders from across the pi

It's official - congratulations to the bands and the pipers and drummers who have been upgraded for the 2026 season. Your hard work and dedication has paid off. Message from the Grading Sub-Committee The Grading Sub-Committee spent considerable time reviewing upgrades for the upcoming 2026 season. A total of 481 individuals were evaluated across piping, snare drumming, tenor drumming, and bass drumming categories. Thank you all for your dedication to your craft and for compe

The PPBSO Board of Directors has conferred lifetime achievement awards on two long-time members in recognition of their dedication and contributions to piping and drumming in Ontario and beyond. John Cairns John Cairns has been piping since childhood and is recognized today as one of the world's top pipers and teachers. He has won countless awards at the highest levels of solo piping including the highly elusive double gold in 1999. John has been involved in pipe bands for

We will be highlighting our amazing volunteers in appreciation for the time they have given back to the society. We value their...

The branch AGM will be held on the first knockout date - come out and support your branch. All Toronto Branch events held at the Moss...

As you know the PPBSO is on a drive to finds ways to engage our current youth members and encourage more young people to take up our...

The official Champion Supreme results have previously been announced. The Music Committee (Grading Sub-Committee) is now reviewing the...

This year marks PPBSO member pipe band, Paris Port Dover’s 25th anniversary and to mark this milestone the band sponsored and ran a day...

The PPBSO has secured a special hotel group rate for members attending the awards ceilidh this year. The Hilton Hampton Inn is right...

We will be highlighting our amazing volunteers in appreciation for the time they have given back to the society. We value their...

It's that time of year again where AGM's abound. Each of the four branches will be holding their AGM's in October while the PPBSO proper...

All are welcome! - Please join us for a great evening of celebration, good music and fun in a relaxing atmosphere. The awards event will...

Attention All Piping & Drumming Teachers! The Pipers’ and Pipe Band Society of Ontario (PPBSO), in partnership with the British Columbia...

Pipers and drummers in general, never mind members of pipe bands, typically have busy lives. But, at the same time, throughout its...

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The 2025 Numbers A very successful 2025 outdoor competition season came to a close with the North Lanark Highland Games in late August....

The PPBSO's 2024 Champion Supreme Solo and Band Winners

Time & Location Sep 27, 2025, 11:00 a.m. – 11:50 p.m. Jr. Ranks Mess, 3rd Floor, 4 Queen Elizabeth Driveway, Ottawa, ON About the event...