Rules and Manuals

Play in Baseball Canada sanctioned leagues and tournaments is governed by the Official Rules of Baseball, with specific modifications that exist for reasons that include the age of participants, the nature of amateur sport, and Canada's unique climate. 

Below are links to the relevant rule documents that govern Baseball Canada play.  

1. 2026 MLB Official Rules for Baseball Canada - Baseball Canada play for the 2026 season is governed by the 2025 MLB Official Rules of Baseball, except for the modifications outlined in the supporting documents below.

2. 2026 Rule Change Summary - The 2025 changes to the MLB Official Rules of Baseball, as summarized in this document, have been approved for Baseball Canada play in 2026.

3. 2025 Rule Interpretations - This document builds upon the Official Rules of Baseball. By providing supplementary explanations to the official rules, as well as multiple case studies, this document offers increased clarity and consistency to all officials across Canada.

4. 2026 Rules & Regulations for Baseball Canada Championships - This document outlines policies, procedures, and rules governing play at Baseball Canada Championships as well as outlines additions and exceptions to the Official Rules of Baseball for Baseball Canada play.  Rules that govern specific age categories are itemized, as well as rules that apply to all levels of Baseball Canada play.

5. 2026 Bat Rules - This document summarizes Canadian content rules pertaining to bats.

6. 2025 Pitch Count - Rules and Examples