Every kid plays.

Cost should never be the reason a child misses out. Ottawa families can get help with soccer registration fees through Jumpstart, KidSport and Their Opportunity. Here is how each one works and how to apply.

Up to $300 JumpstartUp to $250 KidSportConfidential

How it works with Northern Elite

Talk to us first. Email info@yoursoccerclub.com (in confidence). We confirm the right program, dates and fee, and give you the club details each funder asks for.
Register your player on Play 2 Earn. KidSport requires you to be registered before you apply.
Apply to one or more funders below as early as possible. Grants are first come, first served and can take 4 to 8 weeks.
Funding is paid to the club, not to you, and is applied to your player’s registration.

Your information stays private. Coaches and teammates are never told who received support.

01 / Funding programs

Three ways to get help.

You can apply to more than one. Program rules and amounts are set by each funder and can change, so check their site for the latest details.

01 / Up to $300 per child per year

Canadian Tire Jumpstart: Individual Child Grant

For children aged 4 to 18 from families who meet Jumpstart’s low-income guidelines (Statistics Canada low-income cut-offs). Covers registration and equipment for sport programs that run at least five weeks with at least one session a week.

Apply online with Jumpstart, ideally before the season starts; finished programs are not funded
You will need your most recent Canada Child Benefit statement as proof of need (other proof is accepted in exceptional cases, such as newcomers to Canada)
Jumpstart pays the club directly as the “payee”. Ask us for our payee details before you apply
Allow 6 to 8 weeks after approval for payment

Apply with Jumpstart

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02 / Up to $250 per child per year

KidSport Ottawa

For Ottawa children from families facing financial barriers. Grants go toward sport registration fees (not equipment, travel or tournaments) and are paid directly to the club.

Register your player with us first, then apply to KidSport Ottawa
Applications are usually processed within about 30 days
One grant per child per calendar year (January to December)
Questions: ottawa@kidsportontario.ca

Apply with KidSport Ottawa

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03 / Sport subsidy for ages 5 to 18

Their Opportunity

A national children’s charity that subsidizes local sport programs for kids who might otherwise miss out because of cost.

Apply online for your child
Each application is reviewed individually and can take up to 6 weeks
Tell us when you apply so we can hold your player’s spot

Apply with Their Opportunity

FAQ / Questions

Funding questions.

Can I apply to more than one program?

Yes. Many families combine grants. Funders may ask whether you have received other support, so answer honestly.

Does funding cover the full registration fee?

Sometimes. Jumpstart grants go up to $300 and KidSport grants up to $250 per child per year. If a gap remains, talk to us about it in confidence.

When should I apply?

As early as possible, ideally before the season starts. Grants are limited and processing takes several weeks.

Will anyone at the club know?

Only the staff who process registration. Coaches, teammates and other parents are never told.

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