Canada Soccer announces Community Clubs for phase one of the Soccer in Schools Program

Canada Soccer announces community clubs for phase one of the Soccer in Schools program heading into schools across Saskatchewan, Ontario and British Columbia in Fall 2024. Community clubs will be working alongside Canada Soccer to engage and support their selected schools with nationally developed educator training, age-appropriate video-based curriculum and a student activity booklet. For their participation, schools will receive a legacy banner, equipment package and a Soccer in Schools digital app to utilize the video-based curriculum for years to come. ​ 

We are thrilled to see the enthusiastic participation of community clubs across British Columbia, Ontario and Saskatchewan in the first phase of our Soccer in Schools program. ​ 

“We are thrilled to see the enthusiastic participation of community clubs across British Columbia, Ontario and Saskatchewan in the first phase of our Soccer in Schools program. This initiative is designed to bring the joy and benefits of organized soccer directly into schools in partnership with local soccer clubs, providing students with valuable physical, mental, and social skills.” ​
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​- Sara McConaghy, Director, Community and Fund Development.

Community clubs participating in the 2024 Soccer in Schools Grant: 

British Columbia
​Abbotsford Soccer Association
​Albion Football Club
​Burnaby Football Club
​Juan De Fuca Soccer Club
​Kelowna City FC
​Mission Soccer Club
​New Westminster Soccer Club
​North Shore Girls Soccer Club
​Oceanside Football Club
​Prospect Lake Soccer Club
​Quesnel Youth Soccer Association
​Shuswap Youth Soccer Association
​Surrey Football Club
​Tzeachten FC
​West Vancouver Football Club
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Ontario
​Ancaster Legacy FC
​Armour Heights Soccer Club
​Aurora FC – Aurora Youth Soccer Club
​Brams United Girls Soccer Club
​Burlington Soccer Club
​Byron Optimist Soccer Club
​Cambridge United
​East Gwillimbury Soccer Club
​Erin Mills Soccer Club
​FC Durham Academy
​Fergus Elora District Soccer Club
​Jr Gaels Soccer Club
​Kingston United Soccer Club
​London TFC Academy
​Newmarket Soccer Club
​Niagara Falls Soccer Club
​North Mississauga Soccer Club
​North Toronto Soccer Club
​North York Academy
​NorWest Optimist Soccer Club
​Oak Ridges Soccer Club
​Oshawa Kicks Soccer Club
​Ottawa City Soccer Club
​Ottawa South United (OSU)
​Pickering Football Club
​Saltfleet Stoney Creek Soccer Club
​Scarborough Town FC
​Spartacus Soccer
​St. Catharines Club Roma Soccer
​Superior Rush FC
​Tecumseh Soccer Club a/o Tecumseh United FC (TUFC)
​The Windsor Soccer Club
​Thunder Bay Chill Soccer Club
​Tillsonburg FC/Tillsonburg Titans
​Toronto Azzurri Soccer Club
​Toronto High Park FC
​Unionville-Milliken Soccer Club
​Waterloo Minor Soccer Club
​West Ottawa Soccer Club
​Whitecaps London
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Saskatchewan
​FC Regina
​Lakewood Soccer Association Inc.
​Qu’Appelle Valley Soccer Association
​Queen City United Soccer Club
​Saskatchewan Soccer Association
​Saskatoon United Soccer Club – SUSC
​Saskatoon Youth Soccer Inc.
​Valley Soccer Association
​Weyburn Soccer Association

The launch of the Soccer in Schools program is important because it addresses critical needs and opportunities within the school environment, driving meaningful education to those delivering soccer in schools. ​ 

“Soccer in Schools provides teachers with resources developed by our national-level coaches, including a video-based curriculum, training, and necessary equipment. ​ The community clubs aim to create lasting connections between schools and players, fostering a vibrant soccer culture that will inspire the next generation of players and fans.” ​
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​- Sara McConaghy

Physically, soccer provides an excellent cardiovascular workout, improving endurance, strength, and coordination. Mentally, soccer helps develop essential life skills such as teamwork, communication, and leadership, as students learn to work together towards a common goal. Socially, playing soccer helps build friendships and a sense of community, providing a supportive environment where students can thrive. 

Canada Soccer looks to expand the Soccer in Schools to other Provinces in the coming years. ​ For more information on Soccer in Schools, please visit canadasoccer.com/soccerinschools. 

About Soccer in Schools 

By focusing on specific goals, Soccer in Schools aims to fill gaps, and enhance the quality of soccer education for all students. It mobilizes resources, fosters collaboration among schools and their community clubs, and creates a platform for transitioning students to local soccer programming. Ultimately, Soccer in Schools embodies a proactive approach to making a positive difference, reinforcing Canada Soccer’s commitment to growing the game of soccer across Canada.