Frequently Asked Questions

FAQs

  • Canada SCORES uses a unique combination of soccer, poetry, and community projects to create a singular comprehensive program that emphasizes physical activity, health and wellness, self-expression, academic engagement, and community involvement. Our FREE year-round programming inspires youth to lead healthy lives and gain the confidence to make change in their communities.

  • Registration for Canada SCORES occurs by referral through individual schools that we partner with. If you’re interested in your child joining Canada SCORES, please inquire with your child’s school to see if our programming is a match for your family.

  • In 1994, Canadian teacher Julie Kennedy introduced the three-part curriculum to students at Marie Reed school in Washington, DC. Thanks to funding from the 1994 FIFA World Cup Legacy Fund, the program launched successfully and has been followed by new affiliates across North America. Canada SCORES was established in Vancouver in 2013 and the Toronto affiliate was launched in 2024.

  • There are many ways an individual, company, school, or foundation can get involved. We welcome volunteers to help deliver programming and special events, as well as serve on our National Board, Operating Committees and Advisory Councils. Potential donors are encouraged to contact us and explore the most impactful way to financially support programming at their comfort level. Schools interested in hosting SCORES programming should speak to their respective district or board leaders.

  • Programs Volunteers

    Both soccer and classroom activities can enhance the experience of our program participants.

    We kindly ask our program volunteers to commit to a regular schedule for at least one entire season (fall, winter, and/or spring) as it takes time to build a relationship with our kids.

    When: Following the final school bell, typically from 3:00 to 4:30 pm on weekdays

    No previous experience is necessary, all we need are caring adults.

  • Event Volunteers

    • Event volunteers are keys to the success of our program and fundraising events.

    • There many different program events provided for our participants throughout the school year (e.g. Soccer Jamborees and Poetry Slams) as well as fundraising events (e.g. SCORES Cup).

    • At each event there are plenty of different roles that volunteers can sign up for such as : set-up and take-down, welcoming guests, serving refreshments, refereeing youth soccer games, or running arts/crafts stations.

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