Real Canadians: Soccer remains a passionate sport in Indigenous communities (opens original article in a new tab)

Soccer remains a significant and passionate sport in Indigenous communities on Vancouver Island, supported by initiatives like the Indigenous Athletics Academy to develop youth and provide mentorship.

• Soccer is a long-standing passion in Indigenous communities on Vancouver Island, dating back over a century.
• Mateo Kostering, an Indigenous soccer player, founded the Indigenous Athletics Academy to help youth through sports and education.
• The academy aims to bridge the gap between community-based soccer and elite programs for Indigenous players.