U SPORTS proudly announces that Vanir CupCanada’s most prestigious college football tournament, will be Hosted in Regina in 2025 And Quebec City in 2026.
The University of Regina hosts the 60th sessiony Vanier Cup in 2025
In the wake of the University of Regina’s 50th anniversary, Regina will host the Vanier Cup For the first time in 2025. This historic event is in Mosaic stadiumCelebrating b 60th edition of the Vanir Cup, It is a collaborative effort with city of regina, Tourism in SaskatchewanAnd Tourism in ReginaTo highlight the city’s vibrant sporting culture and passionate football fans.
“U SPORTS is excited to announce that the Vanier Cup is heading west to Regina,” he announced. Lisette Johnson-Stapley, Sports Director, U SPORTS. “We are confident that fans from around the world will want to converge on Regina for this historic event. The city is known for its passion for soccer and a highly engaged fan base, reinforcing Regina’s position as a city where soccer plays an important and beloved role in the community’s sporting culture.” Hosting the Vanier Cup for the first time is an incredibly memorable experience, and we look forward to celebrating the cup’s 60th anniversary with the University of Regina.”
“We are incredibly honored and thrilled that the University of Regina has been selected to host the 2025 Vanier Cup in Saskatchewan,” he said. University of Regina President and Vice-Chancellor Jeff Keshen. “Saskatchewan is a great soccer province, and it has everything it takes to help introduce college athletics in Canada: fans, volunteers, corporate support, and the most exciting soccer stadium in the country – Mosaic Stadium. The Vanier Cup will be a great opportunity for our university and our province to shine on the stage.” National, we look forward to working with U SPORTS, our key partners and many others to achieve tremendous success.”
The Vanier Cup returns to Université Laval in 2026
Laval University In Quebec City, with its rich football heritage, It will host the 2026 Vanier CupIt showcases its exceptional facilities and the spirit of Quebec’s sporting community. This decision reflects Université Laval’s impressive history of hosting the tournament, having successfully organized the event on seven previous occasions, including the 2018, 2019 and 2021 tournaments.
“We are honored to once again bring the iconic Vanier Cup to Université Laval in 2026,” said Johnson-Stabley. “The decision was clear and straightforward, given Laval’s proven superiority in staging U SPORTS tournaments.” “The Vanier Cup has always attracted large and enthusiastic crowds at Université Laval, and we have no doubt that Quebec City soccer fans will provide unwavering support, creating a vibrant atmosphere for all the student-athletes and another great event in 2026.”
Since its inception in 1996, the Université Laval soccer program has enjoyed unparalleled success, both on the field and attracting spectators. With a record 10 Vanier Cup titles and consistently high attendance, the Rouge et Or team has set the standard in Canadian university soccer.
“We could not be prouder to welcome the Vanier Cup to Quebec City again! I am convinced that the fans will be happy to attend this important event that has now become part of the sporting environment in our region.”Olly Dion, Director of the Department of Sports Activities at Laval University. Since we started hosting this massive event, it hasn’t been long since we last presented it. With the emotions we experienced at the recent U SPORTS Rugby Championship a few weeks ago and the Men’s Basketball Final 8 tournament in March, we are very much looking forward to the return of the Vanier Cup here at home!
Since 1965, the Vanier Cup has been the pinnacle of Canadian university soccer, with a variety of universities winning the title amid intense competition. The event was hosted at several iconic Canadian locations, attracting large crowds and contributing significantly to local economies. For example, 2022 Vanier Cup In London, Ontario, It generated $2.4 million in economic activity.
It is expected that these future tournaments in Regina and Quebec City will reflect the economic and community benefits of previous years. The 2022 London event supported local jobs, generated significant tax revenue, and had a positive impact on the county’s GDP.
“Celebrating the legacy of the Vanier Cup in Regina and Quebec City for the 2025 and 2026 tournaments represents an exciting new chapter in Canadian university soccer,” added Johnson-Stapley. “These cities embody the spirit and passion of the sport, and their selection as host cities is a testament to their vibrant communities and commitment to excellence in athletics. We are excited to bring the nation’s premier college football event to the University of Regina and the University of Laval, where we expect exhilarating games with significant contributions to economies and communities.” Local. “This is an opportunity to showcase the best of Canadian college football, and we are confident that fans from across Canada will converge on these two great cities as they continue the tradition of excellence that the Vanier Cup represents.”
U SPORTS is excited to bring together Canada’s best student-athletes, coaches and fans for these upcoming tournaments, promising an atmosphere full of competition and camaraderie. More details about the events, including ticket sales and broadcast information, will be announced in the coming months.
