Canada Soccer granted 22 Ontario organizations new recognitions under its Club Licensing Program, including one Member Association Level 1 license (Stella Rossa Football Club), six Member Association Level 2 licenses (five provisionally approved) and fifteen Quality Soccer Provider designations. The licenses, valid for two years, signal these clubs’ commitments to governance, technical standards and inclusive player development, contributing to consistent, higher-quality soccer programs across their communities.
Canada Soccer Club Licensing Program announces 22 new recipients Canada Soccer has announced one new Member Association Level 1 club license holder, six Member Association Level 2 club license holders, as well as fifteen new Quality Soccer Providers in Ontario. Since its launch in 2018, more than 120 clubs have received club licences which are valid for a two-year period. 11/09/2026 Club Licensing Program logo graphic “We are pleased to recognize this latest group of Ontario clubs for achieving the Standards for Quality Soccer, Member Association Level 1, and Member Association Level 2 stages of club licensing. This represents another important step forward in the continued growth and development of the Canada Soccer Club Licensing Program. Their achievement reflects a clear commitment to strong governance, quality technical delivery, and creating positive soccer environments for participants. The continual improvement, and development being shown by these clubs will have a lasting impact on soccer in their communities. Alongside the clubs already licensed, these organizations are demonstrating leadership within their communities by providing safe, welcoming, inclusive, and developmentally appropriate soccer experiences. Their continued commitment to raising standards and creating meaningful opportunities for players, coaches, referees, and volunteers reflects the values at the heart of the Canada Soccer Club Licensing Program. Canada Soccer extends its appreciation to our Member Associations for their continued collaboration and support in advancing the Club Licensing Program, and to all licensed clubs for their ongoing dedication to elevating the quality and consistency of soccer experiences for participants across Canada.” - Jordan Stewart, Canada Soccer’s Manager of Club Licensing Quality Soccer Providers Ontario Bancroft Football Club Brazilian Soccer Academy Innisfil Soccer Club Kemptville District Soccer Club King United Soccer Club Listowel Minor Soccer Mississauga City Soccer Club North Dundas United Soccer Club North Leeds Soccer Association Oak Ridges Soccer Club Ottawa St. Anthony Italia Soccer Club Prince Edward County Soccer Association Shelburne Soccer Club Stouffville Soccer Club Sudburnia Soccer Club Member Association Level 1 Ontario Stella Rossa Football Club Member Association Level 2 Ontario Barrie Soccer Club* Greater Sudbury Soccer Club* International Football Club* International Soccer Club* Mississauga Soccer Academy* Sporting Football Club *Provisionally approved
Curated by Taleb Kabbara · Source: news.canadasoccer.com
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Canada Soccer: Canada Soccer is the national governing body that operates the Canada Soccer Club Licensing Program and announced the newly licensed clubs and Quality Soccer Providers.
Club Licensing Program: Club Licensing Program is the initiative run by Canada Soccer to award club licences and Quality Soccer Provider designations to clubs and organizations.
Quality Soccer Providers Ontario: Quality Soccer Providers Ontario is a designation within the Club Licensing Program given to Ontario-based organizations recognized for meeting standards for quality soccer.
Bancroft Football Club: Bancroft Football Club is an Ontario-based club listed as a Quality Soccer Provider.
Brazilian Soccer Academy: Brazilian Soccer Academy is an Ontario-based organization listed as a Quality Soccer Provider.
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