Published 4 November 2026
Team Canada wins two silver medals and a bronze at IOAA 2026
Team Canada returned from Hanoi with three medals at the 19th International Olympiad on Astronomy and Astrophysics, held from September 25 to October 5, 2026.
Chen Li and Vadym Shvydun each earned a silver medal. Ryan He earned bronze. Daniel Cui and Eric Hou completed Canada’s five-student delegation.
The team spent months preparing in theoretical astronomy, observational astronomy and data analysis. Congratulations to all five students for their work throughout the year and for supporting one another through the competition.
Thank you to team leaders Dr. Vera Zagainova and head coach Armin Hodaei, and to Dr. Shahram Abbassi for his continued support in preparing the team.