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The CFL takes tremendous pride in the long history of current and former players, coaches and executives who have – and continue to – break societal barriers. Their efforts and courage in combatting discrimination based on race, gender and sexual orientation, have served as the inspiration behind one of the CFL’s most integral values: Diversity is Strength. Their legacy lives on and the work continues to move forward.

The CFL reaffirms its commitment to learn and grow, while promoting and fostering meaningful dialogue surrounding issues of race, culture and identity, with a focus on Black History Month, International Women’s Day, Asian Heritage Month, Pride, and Truth and Reconciliation.

By delving deeper into historical context, the current cultural climate, advances and challenges, the CFL will shine a spotlight on society’s most pressing issues, while paving a path forward for continued growth – within the league, throughout communities, across the country and around the world.

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Diversity is Strength Conversations
 
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The Canadian Football League (CFL) and SiriusXM Canada, the country’s leading audio entertainment platform, have partnered to further the dialogue surrounding diversity and inclusion. The Diversity is Strength Conversations series unites football leaders and experts to discuss their personal perspectives and experiences, while exploring the future of the game.
TRUTH AND RECONCILIATION
 
Medicine Game: Inside the new CFL Original production
CFL.ca looks at the CFL Original program, Medicine Game, which follows the under-18 women’s Indigenous national football team as it competed in the national championship this past summer in Fredericton, N.B.
 
Through the Lens: CFL commemorates National Day for Truth and Reconciliation
Images from across the CFL as the league and its teams commemorated National Day for Truth and Reconciliation in Week 17.
 
CFL Commissioner Randy Ambrosie appears on APTN News
CFL Commissioner Randy Ambrosie was a guest on Aboriginal People’s Television Network this week, to discuss the league’s Indigenous-themed logos.
 
The meaning behind CFL officials' Every Child Matters logo
CFL officials wore a logo on their jerseys in Week 17 to show their support for Truth and Reconciliation.
 
Hall: A deeper dive into the Indigenous-themed CFL logos
CFL.ca’s Vicki Hall takes a deeper dive into the CFL’s Indigenous-themed logos that will be featured around the league in Week 17.
 
Indigenous-themed logos highlight CFL's support for Truth and Reconciliation
The CFL’s nine member clubs and its officials will proudly wear Indigenous-designed logos to commemorate the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation during its Week 17 slate of games.
 
CFL stands up for Truth and Reconciliation
In the coming weeks, the Canadian Football League (CFL) will come together with all Canadians to recognize the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation.
 
Power, Beauty, Grace: Stampeders learn the Spirit of the Horse
Stampeders GM and head coach Dave Dickenson, president Jay McNeil, receiver Marken Michel, defensive back Tre Roberson and team staff were recently welcomed to Dodginghorse Ranch in Tsuu T’ina Nation for a day of education and team building through exploring Indigenous culture.
PRIDE MONTH
 
Landry: Argos to celebrate TUFF in Saturday Pride game
As the Toronto Argonauts get set to host their annual Pride game on Saturday at BMO Field, CFL.ca’s Don Landry examines the Argos’ partnership with Toronto United Flag Football, whose members will be celebrated at the game.
 
Creating Safe Spaces In Sport: Diversity Is Strength Conversations
CFL.ca’s Diversity Is Strength Conversations series rolls into June and looks at Pride Month with PWHL player Carly Jackson, NHL prospect Luke Prokop and Toronto Argonauts director of team performance and player relations Matt Black.
 
Hall: Cornish aims to remove barriers in football, life
As pride month gets underway, CFL.ca’s Vicki Hall catches up with Canadian Football Hall Of Famer Jon Cornish, who made strides for LGBTQ2S+ inclusion as a player and continues to do so today.
WOMEN IN FOOTBALL PROGRAM PRESENTED BY KPMG
 
O'Leary: Rachel Bayer's unique Women In Football experience
Taking part in the Women In Football Program presented by KPMG, Rachel Bayer enjoyed a unique experience with the BC Lions, where a past participant has been hired and where Tanya Henderson works as an assistant defensive backs coach.
 
Landry: Women In Football Participants bask in busyness of camps
CFL.ca’s Don Landry checks in with Cori Thorstad and Kae Allison, two of the nine participants in this year’s Women In Football Program, presented by KPMG.
 
Bella Forbes, Liya Equbagzi thriving in Women in Football program
Liya Equbagzi and Bella Forbes are thriving in football operations roles as 2024 participants in the Women in Football Program presented by KPMG LLC, writes CFL.ca’s Pat Steinberg.
 
Émilie Pfeiffer-Badoux is eagerly learning with Als
Émilie Pfeiffer-Badoux splits her time working for the Service de police de la Ville de Montréal with duties as assistant special teams coach with the Concordia Stingers football team. This month she’s working with the Alouettes as part of the Women In Football Program presented by KPMG.
DIVERSITY IN FOOTBALL PRESENTED BY SECURIAN CANADA
 
Surya a perfect fit with Bombers for Diversity In Football Program
The timing was perfect for Guelph Gryphons head coach Mark Surya to take part in the Diversity In Football Program presented by Securian Canada. He learned about culture building from one of the best, in former Gryphon Mike O’Shea.
 
Allen, Blanc making the most of Diversity in Football program
CFL.ca’s Don Landry spoke to Savannah Allen and Jean-Samuel Blanc about their experiences working in training camp with the Tiger-Cats and Alouettes respectively as part of the CFL’s Diversity In Football Program, presented by Securian Canada.
 
Antsey seeking growth in Diversity In Football Program
The Diversity In Football Program presented by Securian Canada is now in its third year. CFL.ca’s Pat Steinberg caught up with Christopher Antsey, who is working with the Calgary Stampeders and shares his experience thus far.
 
Jean-Samuel Blanc gives back through Diversity In Football Program
Former Montreal Alouette Jean-Samuel Blanc is taking part in the team’s training camp this month in a coaching capacity, as part of the Diversity in Football Program presented by Securian Canada.
ASIAN HERITAGE MONTH
 
Diversity Is Strength Conversations: Asian representation in football
The CFL’s Diversity Is Strength Conversations Series continues as host Donnovan Bennett discusses Asian representation in football with Football Canada’s Katie Miyazaki and Toronto Argonaut Royce Metchie.
 
Landry: John Lu followed his heart onto screens across Canada
John Lu’s broadcasting career came from listening to his heart and venturing out in pursuit of something that always called out to him, writes CFL.ca’s Don Landry.
 
Elks' Punjabi broadcasts aim to grow CFL fandom
The Edmonton Elks hope to reach new fans in their multi-year deal with Edmonton’s MyRadio 580, who will broadcast the team’s home games in Punjabi.
 
Hall: Norman Kwong's story resonates in Heritage Minute
CFL.ca’s Vicki Hall spoke with Anthony Wilson-Smith, the president of Historica Canada, and Yung Chang, who directed and wrote the script for the recently launched Heritage Minute dedicated to former CFL star Norman Kwong’s life.
 
Doman's Lions a reflection of work ethic, heritage
BC Lions owner Amar Doman went on The Waggle Podcast to discuss Asian Heritage Month and the big plans in store for the BC Lions this season as they get set to host the 111th Grey Cup this November.
 
The Waggle, Ep. 365: Amar Doman interview + Post-Draft recap
Donnovan Bennett and Henoc Muamba talk all things CFL Draft with Marshall Ferguson. Later, BC Lions’ owner Amar Doman joins the podcast to chat about Asian Heritage Month and the Lions’ big plans for hosting the 111th Grey Cup.
International Women's Day
 
Hall: How I learned to embrace being a female reporter
As we head into International Women’s Day on Friday, CFL.ca’s Vicki Hall reflects on her career and the sometimes lonely road as a female sports reporter that eventually led her to the Canadian Football Hall of Fame.
 
Diversity Is Strength Conversations: Progress and pain for women in sports
On International Women’s Day, Saroya Tinker of the PWHL, Carolyn Cody of the BC Lions and Olympic figure skating Gold Medallist Gabrielle Daleman discuss the many incredible and positive steps forward for women in professional sport, while recognizing the reality of setbacks still faced by many on and off the field.
 
O'Leary: Maryse Dazé-Wilson runs the combine show
Maryse Dazé-Wilson is the person pulling the strings on events like the CFL’s combines, winter meetings and the Canadian Football Hall of Fame inductions. She chats with CFL.ca senior writer Chris O’Leary about her role with the league.
 
Steinberg: 5 trailblazers in the CFL on International Women's Day
On International Women’s Day, CFL.ca’s Pat Steinberg celebrates five women in the CFL that are trailblazers in their respective areas of focus.
Black History Month
 
DIS Conversations: Celebrating Black Excellence In Canadian Sport
In the CFL’s latest Diversity Is Strength Conversations series, Donnovan Bennett hosts a conversation with Jon Cornish and Georgette Reed on celebrating Black Excellence in Sport.
 
O'Leary: Diversity In Football Program continues to open doors
CFL.ca senior writer Chris O’Leary looks at the Diversity In Football Program, which is taking applicants for its 2024 cohort, as an example of how the CFL continues to try to open doors for people of diverse cultural backgrounds.
 
In My Words, Bo Lokombo: Why I work with an anti-racism program
In this edition of In My Words, BC Lions linebacker Bo Lokombo writes why it was so important that he got involved in the Lions’ Team up to End Racism program.
 
Hall: Pinball reflects on opportunity during BHM
Toronto Argonauts’ GM Michael ‘Pinball’ Clemons uses his Pinball Clemons Foundation to create opportunities for marginalized and racialized youth as they enter the workforce. CFL.ca’s Vicki Hall chats with Clemons on the roots of his generosity.
 
Landry: Cornish having important conversations during Black History Month
As CFL.ca’s Don Landry writes, former Calgary Stampeder running back Jon Cornish is having important conversations during Black History Month, including sharing his own story in a speech on Feb. 13.
 
James Vaughters: Celebrating Black History Month
James Vaughters explicates the importance of Black History Month, acknowledging Black History, shedding light on social injustices and listing those in the Black community that inspire him.