Edmonton, AB
This organization is registered with the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA).
Registration number: | 139723233RR0001 |
Type: | Canadian Amateur Athletic Association |
The Canadian National Junior Football League, known as the Canadian Junior Football League (CJFL), aims to provide young people aged 17 to 22 with the opportunity to play highly competitive post-high school football in Canada. Its mission is to foster community involvement and create a positive environment that teaches discipline, perseverance, and cooperation. The league emphasizes building strong camaraderie, national competition, and lifelong friendships among its players. Additionally, the CJFL Alumni focus on benefiting former members and supporting the ongoing tradition of the league.
Geographically, the CJFL operates nationally across five provinces in Canada. It consists of 19 teams divided into three conferences: the B.C. conference with seven teams, the Prairie conference with six teams, and the Ontario conference with six teams. Teams are spread across British Columbia, Alberta, Saskatchewan, Manitoba, and Ontario, indicating a broad national footprint for the league's programs and competitions.
The CJFL’s key program highlights include running a competitive football league for young adults and organizing national championships such as the Canadian Bowl. It promotes discipline and teamwork through its sport, while providing opportunities for development in football beyond high school. The league also produces players of the week, league leaders in passing, rushing, and receiving, and hosts community events to engage fans and participants. It supports team development and operates across different regions to maintain a strong national presence in Canadian junior football.
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