The worldwide karate community is rejoicing after the recent news that the sport of karate will be featured in the program of the 2018 Youth Olympic Games (scheduled to be held in Buenos Aires, Argentina, in October 2018). You may click here in order to read a recent news communiqué from the International Olympic Committee pertaining to this topic. It appears that the event will feature Junior (16-17 year old) kumite divisions only. Karate Canada will gladly share more information regarding this exciting event as soon as it becomes available.