Indigenous Cup
The Team Alberta Indigenous program was launched in 2023 as a showcase initiative at the Canada Cup. The inaugural event featured a matchup between Alberta and Saskatchewan, highlighting the high level of Indigenous football talent within both provinces.
In 2024, the initiative expanded with the inclusion of Manitoba, evolving into a three team competition held in conjunction with the the World Junior Championships in Edmonton.
Significant growth ocurred in 2025 with the establishment of a formal tournament in Winnipeg. The addition of Northern Ontario expanded the field to four teams and introduced a structured competition format, including semifinal matchups and a championship final.
The long-term vision of the program is to continue this trajectory of growth and develop a national level Indigenous event, welcoming participating teams from across Canada.
2025 Indigenous Cup
Semi-Final Game
Alberta 62 Northern Ontario 7
Gold Medal Game - July 6 @ 9:30am Alberta Time
Manitoba 42 Alberta 35
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2024 Team Alberta
The 2024 Indigenous Cup hosted by Football Alberta, marks a significant step forward in recognizing and celebrating Indigenous talent in football. This year’s tournament saw teams assembled from 3 Prairie provinces compete at Commonwealth Stadium for the chance to hoist the Indigenous Cup.
After a full day of hard-fought battles, Alberta was crowned champions after soundly defeating both Manitoba and Saskatchewan.
Game Scores:
Alberta (26) vs. Manitoba (13)
Manitoba (19) vs. Saskatchewan (12)
Alberta (32) vs. Saskatchewan (20)
Medal Winners:
Gold: Alberta
Silver: Manitoba
Bronze: Saskatchewan
Most Valuable Offensive Player
Silas Gardner - Alberta
Most Valuable Defensive Player
Ethan Temmerman - Manitoba
Most Valuable Special Team Player
Kayson Lamabe - Alberta
