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 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.
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.
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.
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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.
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.
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.
Access Reporting ToolsLatest News
November 3, 2026
Canada Soccer launches Adaptive Play section on…
New free resources, developed with Saskatchewan Soccer and Soccability Canada, give community clubs, coaches and volunteers practical tools to start or strengthen adaptive soccer programs
October 28, 2026
Canada Soccer brings together 26 young women…
FIFA-supported initiative creates an all-women learning environment to develop skills, strengthen connections and support the next generation of referees
January 29, 2026
Soccer: Canada’s Most Played Sport
New national research confirms Soccer experiencing unmatched momentum as Canada prepares to co-host FIFA World Cup 26™
November 4, 2025
Canada Soccer Announces Clubs Participating in…
Year 3 of TELUS She CAN Coach Expands to Community Clubs in Saskatchewan and Newfoundland & Labrador