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Canada Soccer is committed to creating pathways that ensure every player—regardless of gender, background, or ability—has the opportunity to participate, develop, and thrive in the beautiful game. Explore our key initiatives below to learn how we’re working to close gaps, increase accessibility, and build a safer, more inclusive soccer community across Canada.

Every Player Belongs. Every Player Thrives.

From development to inclusion, Canada Soccer is committed to growing the game the right way. Whether you're building a player's skills through Long Term Player Development or creating an inclusive soccer community through our IDEA initiatives, we're here to support your journey.

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Canada Soccer Pathway

Every player develops differently. Canada Soccer’s Long Term Player Development model tailors training and competition to match each stage of growth, ensuring young players build skills, stay confident, and fall in love with the game.

Explore our IDEA Action Plan

IDEA

Soccer is a game for all. Canada Soccer’s IDEA Action Plan — Inclusion, Diversity, Equity & Accessibility — is our commitment to removing barriers and creating welcoming environments where every player, coach, and fan can thrive, regardless of background or ability.

Find a Club

Looking for a club? Search our club directory to find a club by name, location, or licensing level.

Closing the gap and keeping her in the game

Explore the concrete steps we are taking to remove barriers, increase visibility, and keep women and girls playing and leading.

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Close the Gap

Close the Gap is Canada Soccer’s roadmap to gender equity. By removing barriers to participation and leadership, this strategy empowers women and girls to excel as players, coaches, and referees.

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The Visa Play and Stay Initiative

Visa Play and Stay inspires girls aged 11–16 to stay in soccer during a period of high dropout rates. Through the “Future Self” campaign and immersive match-day events, the program provides the motivation and representation needed to keep the next generation active, healthy, and on the pitch.

Safe Sport & Reporting

Canada Soccer is committed to an environment free of maltreatment and abuse. Whether you are a national athlete or a community player, we provide clear pathways to report concerns and access support.

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