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Welcome the newest addition to our team, Striker World Pup! Striker enjoys giving hugs, high fives and cheering on Team Ontario! Striker also enjoys drinking lots of Gatorade to keep him hydrated while he chases squirrels. Be sure to visit Striker at our upcoming events and follow him on Instagram @StrikerWorldPup
Santa’s coming to Vaughan—and he’s bringing the festive fun with him! ✨
As spooky season says goodbye, something magical is swirling in the air… and it’s not just peppermint mochas. It’s Santa Claus—and he’s making his way to the Vaughan Santafest Parade!
Sunday, November 30
2:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Join Striker the World Pup as he marches down the parade route with his jolly crew of elves and reindeer pals! He’s inviting all Ontario Soccer staff, friends, and families to come along for the ride and kick off the holiday season in style.
Expect an afternoon packed with:
✨ Fun giveaways
✨ Holiday cheer galore (and maybe a sugar plum fairy sighting or two…)
Let’s make this a celebration to remember—Striker’s counting on us!
We are excited to announce that our GeneratiON26 logo and brand is now available for our membership and key partners to use! To ensure consistency and integrity in how our brand is represented, we have developed a set of brand guidelines that outline how our logo and visual assets should be used.
Guidelines
We encourage our Clubs, Partners, and Media to use our GeneratiON26 logo to promote shared initiatives and represent our brand accurately. However, to maintain brand consistency and protect the integrity of our brand identity, all usage must adhere to the parameters outlined in our brand guidelines.
Key usage parameters include:
· Do not alter the logo’s colors, proportions, font or orientation.
· Maintain clear space around the logo as specified in the guidelines.
· Use only approved versions of the logo provided in the official asset package.
For any use outside of these parameters, prior written approval is required. Please contact apecchia@Ontariosoccer.net with your request. You can also contact us if you require a Vector format.
Disclaimer
The GeneratiON26 logo and brand assets are the intellectual property of Ontario Soccer. Unauthorized use, reproduction, or modification of these assets is strictly prohibited. By downloading and using our brand materials, you agree to comply with the terms outlined in our brand guidelines.
Permission for use is granted to all Ontario Soccer Member District Associations, Clubs, Partners, Affiliated Members and media. Anyone falling outside of these categories must contact Ontario Soccer to receive written permission.
At the discretion of Ontario Soccer, we reserve the right to revoke usage rights at any time if the assets are used inappropriately.
The biggest soccer event in the World is coming to our country and province in 2026, and we want you to be a part of it!
GeneratiON26 is a movement, whether you are a player, coach, match official or new to the sport, we want you to join in on the fun and be a part of the beautiful game!
We're cooking up some great new initiatives and events! Stay tuned for more calendar entries coming soon!
MySoccerApp Powered by BMO
The MySoccer App is the digital home of Gen26. The app will be used to stream Gen26 club activations including Soccer Day in Ontario!
Download the app to stay up-to-date on your clubs activities and events!
BMO Kids Pumped Up! (Summer 2026)
A new innovative grassroots festival series that will utilize inflatable pitch barriers to create a fun experience and improve skill development.
This is a great way to experience the sport whether for the first time or has a lifelong player.
More info to come!
Soccer Day in Ontario (Summer 2026)
There will be a Provincial Soccer Day in Ontario declared in 2026, including livestream and social coverage of various events across Ontario Clubs.
It will include fun activities, music, partner activations and more!
What better way to celebrate soccer in the province!
June 9th Soccer Week in Ontario Begins!
We kickoff Soccer week in Ontario with our BMO Grassroots Festival and the announcement of our #GeneratiON26 Campaign at the Zanchin Automotive Soccer Centre! Stay tuned to our channels for lots of news, updates, and even some special surprises!
June 12th Soccer Day
On June 12th, show your excitement and celebrate the one-year countdown to the "Big Game" by repping your team's Jersey!
We want to see jerseys from across Ontario, and it doesn’t stop there! Show your team pride by sharing a dance, trick shot, team photo, selfie... and make sure to tag us and use the hashtag #Gen26
Partner Activities
On June 10th, the Canadian Men's National Team play their final game in the Canadian Shield vs Côte d'Ivoire at BMO Field! Kickoff is set for 8:30 pm.
On June 12th, join the City of Toronto at Nathan Phillips Square from 4:00-8:30pm has they kick off the one year countdown to Canada's first match and celebrate with activities, music, giveaways and the unveiling of their official countdown clock at 5:30pm!
On June 15th, join in on the festivities at the Atletico Ottawa match on Sunday June 15. Fans in attendance can expect a vibrant, festival-style experience with live entertainment, giveaways, photo opportunities, interactive partner activations and more surprises that celebrate soccer’s global community, right here at home.
Join us on August 28 for a full day of soccer, celebration, and community at the BMO GeneratiON26 Grassroots Festival!
This free event is for U8/U9 Boys & Girls. Kids will participate in 3v3 games, receive swag bags packed with surprises and get exclusive access to watch the PDP matches we are hosting.
Space is limited, Don't Miss Out!
Digital Campaign
Keep an eye out for some fun and exciting content that we will be sharing on our social media! We will have contests and challenges for you to be a part of so don't miss out and follow us @ontario_soccer!
We will also be launching a new "Community Column" feature in our newsletter to highlight Gen26 activation various clubs are partaking in! Subscribe to Inside The 18 HERE
Physical Campaign
You can find us at the Toronto Pride Parade this year on June 29th! We will be handing out some Gen26 swag and hope to see you there!
You will also be able to find us advertising on billboards in the near future so keep an eye out.
A new addition to the Ontario Soccer Family will be our Gen26 Mascot!
Club Parties
Clubs can host parties, bringing their community together and creating a great atmosphere of soccer, fun, and celebration!
Soccer Festivals & Try-it Events
Clubs can organize soccer festivals with a Global Celebration theme and invite anyone new to soccer – all ages – to try it out! Something for everyone!
Second Language Festivals
Host a newcomer festival fully in a second language (Punjabi, Mandarin, Urdu, etc.)
Cultural Festivals
Host a booth at major cultural festivals that promotes your Club and the GeneratiON26 brand
Stay tuned for more information!
Welcome to the GeneratiON26 Special Edition of Inside the 18 — your front-row seat to the movement that’s reshaping the future of soccer in Ontario, leading up to and and beyond 2026. This special edition brings together the stories, events, and milestones that are driving the campaign forward, from grassroots festivals to leadership development and everything in between.
We’re especially proud to introduce the Gen26 Community Corner, a new column dedicated to spotlighting the heart of our game — the Clubs, volunteers, and everyday champions who are making a real impact across the province. Whether you're a player, coach, official, or fan, GeneratiON26 is your invitation to be part of something bigger.
Reach out to us at communications@ontariosoccer.net and help us celebrate the power of soccer in Ontario. Let’s inspire the next generation — together.