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  • Competitive, Inclusive, Fun, Social -- the Rugby Club you need to join!

  • 4 Mens teams and a Womens team in our Senior Division

  • 10 teams of boys and girls teams aged 13-18 play in our Junior Division

  • More than 240 boys and girls aged 4 to 12 years play in our Minis Division

  • Men‘s, Women’s and Co-Ed Touch Rugby Programming for Adults 18+

  • 380 Youth from Ages 4-13 in our Rugby and Multisport Summer Day Camps

  • More than 350 participants in our Fall 7s, Indoor and Offseason S&C Programs for U6-U18

  • A "One Club" community Culture that engages and brings people of all ages together

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Welcome

Welcome to the Crusaders Rugby Club, the largest rugby club in North America, based in Oakville, Ontario.

If you’re looking for fun, camaraderie, teamwork, leadership, training and fitness benefits, rugby – and our club – is a great choice. With multiple senior men, women and youth and minis teams there is a place for everyone.

We accept players from the age of four, boys and girls, of all shapes and sizes, no experience required!

About us

Crusaders Rugby Club is a registered non-profit organization that has been growing participation in sport and rugby in Oakville and surrounding communities in the GTA for over 50 years.

With four divisions: seniors, juniors, youth and minis the Crusaders Rugby Club welcomes all players from 4 to 74!

The club offers summer camps, rugby 7s programs, offseason training programs in addition to our 15s and age grade programs.

Rugby at Crusaders

Rugby fosters and teaches camaraderie, respect, courage and discipline.

The club is committed to providing a program for all players to develop both their rugby skills and their love of rugby.

Many of our players go on to play for provincial, national and professional teams, so if you have ambition in the sport Crusaders Rugby Club is a great place to be.

Recent Club News

Crusaders Rugby Club to Host the 2026 McCormick Cup Finals

2026 McCormick Cup Finals are coming to Cru!Fellow Crusaders, Alumni, and Supporters,As President of the Crusaders Rugby Club, it is my absolute privilege to announce that our home grounds in Oakville have been selected to host the…
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Introduction of Volunteer Bond Program

Dear Cru Family,As we gear up for another exciting season on the pitch, I want to take a moment to talk about what happens off the pitch.Our club is run entirely by volunteers. We take massive pride in the quality of our clubhouse,…
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2026 Try Rugby Session Dates

Come out for our "Try Rugby" sessions! FREE OF CHARGE and open to the public. Any interested players are welcome to join us. The session will include instruction on the basics of rugby (catch/pass, passing backwards etc.) and an opportunity…
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6 Nations Matches Live at Crusaders

Six Nations 2026 Schedule Live on TV @ Crusaders Rugby Club - All welcomeDate Match Kick-off (ET)ROUND 1Thu, Feb 5 France vs Ireland 3:10 PMSat, Feb 7 Italy vs Scotland 9:10 AMSat, Feb 7 England…
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Remembering John Slattery

The Crusaders Rugby Club is deeply saddened to report the passing of member and former Club President, John Slattery.John began his rugby career at Appleby College and later at the University of Western Ontario. He joined the Crusaders alongside…
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World Cup Final Watch Party

This Saturday at Crusaders Park, we’re showing both Women’s Rugby World Cup Finals LIVE on the big screen! Kick things off with New Zealand vs. France in the Bronze Final at 7:30 AM, before the main event, the World Cup Final at 11:00 AM,…
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Bob Nye being presented the Holt O Meara Founders Award in 2018
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Goodbye Bob Nye – Passing of a Club Legend

Dear Members It is with profound sadness that we share news of the passing of club legend, Bob Nye. Bob slipped away peacefully at 3:15am September 12, 2025 at the Ian Anderson Hospice with his wife Liz by his side. Bob will be missed by…
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Fall Minis Rugby Kicks Off at Crusaders Rugby Club

We’re thrilled to announce our first-ever Saturday morning Fall Rugby Program for kids aged 6-12 — right here at the Crusaders Rugby Club! Whether your child is brand new to the game or already a proud Crusaders player, our fall programs…
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Wales Meets Oakville: Nantymoel RFC Takes on the Crusaders – Monday, June 2 at 7PM

This coming Monday, June 2 at 7:00 PM, Crusaders Park will play host to a special international fixture as the Crusaders Senior Men welcome Nantymoel RFC on their 125th Anniversary Tour to Canada, a proud and storied club hailing from the heart…
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Get involved with Crusaders

As a non-profit, volunteer-run organization there are many opportunities participate in the club. Come help us out and join our community of volunteers!

[Register now for 2026!](https://www.crusadersrugby.club/registration/)
[Register now for 2026!](https://www.crusadersrugby.club/registration/)
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