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Centraide Cup 2026 presented by Keurig Dr Pepper Canada
Event date:
September 12 and 13, 2026
This activity is aimed at companies, organizations and trade unions.
Deadline for registration: August 3, 2026
Centraide Cup in a nutshell
The 13th edition is coming back stronger than ever with its valued partner: Keurig Dr Pepper Canada!
Join us for a new edition of the highly anticipated annual Centraide Cup, taking place on September 12th and 13th, 2026. During this two-day soccer tournament, players compete in 7vs7 matches on the natural and synthetic fields of Stade Saputo.
This sporting and charitable event presented by Keurig Dr Pepper Canada raises funds to support the present and future success of youth, and all proceeds are divided equally between Centraide of Greater Montreal and the Montreal Impact Foundation. Since 2012, the Centraide Cup has raised nearly $4 millions!
Three levels of play
The intermediate division is back!
Once again this year, you will be able to choose from three levels of competition.
⚠️ Please note:
- Several criteria apply and must be followed. Centraide of Greater Montreal and CF Montreal (Montreal Impact Foundation) reserve the right to intervene at any time to review the chosen level and make mandatory adjustments if needed.
- The number of spots in each category is limited. The first teams to register will have the privilege of securing their place in the chosen division. Once a division is full, teams wishing to register in it will need to select another level.
Recreational ☆
- Open to all teams looking to play for fun.
- Teams that have previously won 1st place in the finals at the Recreational level must automatically register in the Intermediate division.
- Skill level (comfort and technique): recreational.
- Objective: enjoyment, inclusivity, no pressure.
- Player type: beginner.
Deadline for registration: August 3, 2026
Intermediate ☆☆
- Teams that have previously won 1st place in the finals at the Intermediate level must automatically register in the Elite division.
- Skill level (comfort and technique): moderate.
- Objective: balance between fun and performance.
- Player type: occasional.
Deadline for registration: August 3, 2026
Elite ☆☆☆
- Teams that have previously won 1st place in the Elite finals must register in this division.
- Companies playing in a corporate league and/or participating in at least one other competitive tournament per year must register in this division.
- Skill level (comfort and technique): advanced.
- Objective: structured play, high-level performance.
- Player type: skilled and experienced.
Deadline for registration: August 3, 2026
☆ REMINDERRS☆
All levels combined, here are the basic rules:
• Mixed teams of 7 vs. 7 on the field
• Minimum of 2 female players per team on the field at all times
• Maximum of 15 uniformed players per day, total of 20 over the weekend
• Maximum of two teams per company
• Registration fee:
– $15,000 for the 1st team
– $8,500 for the 2nd team
External players to your company
For this 13th edition, each team may include up to two external players from outside their company* to facilitate team composition and allow all companies to participate without being limited by this rule.
In the interest of fairness, it is strictly forbidden to recruit a female (or even male player) from a team in a higher division, even if their team is not playing or has been eliminated.
*Only two external female players are allowed; in such a case, the information must be clearly communicated to Centraide.
PME ou Start up?
Do you have limited resources but still want to form a team?
This year, we offer SMEs and/or start-ups the opportunity to team up to create a team (up to three organizations).
Why participate in the Centraide Cup presented by Keurig Dr Pepper Canada?
Because in addition to playing on the legendary CF Montreal soccer field, displaying your team colors, and building bonds with your colleagues, your contributing to keeping kids in school, promoting active living and improving the lives of youth, families and vulnerable people.
Additional information
Tournament dates: September 12 and 13, 2026
For who: This activity is aimed for companies, organizations and trade unions.
Important dates :
March 12: registration opens
August 3: deadline to register a team
August 11-12, 18-20, and 25-27, from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.: friendly practice sessions (each team will have one practice – more details to come)
August 12: group draw
August 14: deadline to provide the complete list of players, approved by your company’s Human resources department, to confirm the active status of participating employees
August 28: official match schedule available
Registration fee:
$15,000 for the 1st team
$8,500 for the 2nd team
Place:
Stade Saputo
4750, rue Sherbrooke Est
Montréal, QC H1V 3S8
Metro: Viau
Deadline for registration: August 3, 2026
If you have any questions or need help during this sports weekend, please contact us by email at [email protected].
We thank our valued partners:
Would you like to contribute in another way and support the event through sponsorship? Contact us at [email protected].
After a remarkable first year as a partner, Keurig Dr Pepper Canada is excited to return for a new edition of the Centraide Cup! We are pleased to collaborate once again with Centraide and the Impact Montreal Foundation to support young people and communities across Greater Montreal. This partnership came naturally: the Centraide Cup perfectly reflects the spirit of solidarity that inspires us, and the mission of this initiative resonates deeply with our values. We are proud to join this movement once again—one that generates real and lasting impact!
Congratulations to the 2025 edition winners
This activity is aimed at companies, organizations and trade unions.
Deadline for registration: August 3, 2026
