Meet the Coaches - Feb 28, 10am-1pm

Meet the Coaches – Feb 28, 10am-1pm

The image displays a stylized logo in the shape of a trophy, featuring a silver cup design atop a brown base that includes the text RUGBY ONTARIO with a trillium emblem and the prominent words McCORMICK CUP.

Crusaders Rugby Club to Host the 2026 McCormick Cup Finals

Group of Crusaders Rugby Club players in yellow jerseys running on a field with a 2026 registration banner.

Introduction of Volunteer Bond Program

Crusaders Rugby Club banner featuring a crest and kids in yellow and black rugby jerseys with the words "TRY RUGBY" and "OPEN TO EVERYONE! FREE!"

2026 Try Rugby Session Dates

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6 Nations Matches Live at Crusaders

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Remembering John Slattery

Crusaders Rugby Club Oakville promotional poster for a Rugby World Cup Final watch party, featuring a celebrating red-jersey player and event times for the final and bronze final.

World Cup Final Watch Party

Bob Nye being presented the Holt O Meara Founders Award in 2018
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Goodbye Bob Nye – Passing of a Club Legend

Two young players in yellow and black Crusaders jerseys celebrate beside the Crusaders Rugby Club crest on a Minis Fall Rugby banner.

Fall Minis Rugby Kicks Off at Crusaders Rugby Club

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2025 Home Opener and Alumni Day – Come Out and Support the Cru!

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Crusaders Launches a New Touch Rugby League on Tuesday Evenings

Crusaders Rugby Club Oakville 2025 fixtures for men's firsts, seconds and thirds.

Men’s 1st XV, 2nd XV and 3rd SV Marshall League Schedule

Crowd watching Victoria Day fireworks at Crusaders Rugby Club stadium in Oakville, with the Crusaders crest prominently displayed above.

Victoria Day Fireworks – Sunday May 18

Crusaders Summer Ball

Crusaders Summer Ball 2025

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Cru Chronicles – Our Weekly Newsletter

Trying to improve our public image of poor communicators, we went overboard on the optimism and began publishing a brand new weekly newsletter. A labour of love? Possibly… has anyone made it to the end of one? Doubtful. Are we consistent in our messaging? Not a chance. However, we’re trying.

Included in each edition you will find everything you need to know about what’s going on at Cru… at least the bits we can remember to tell you. With reviews of past games, previews of upcoming games, details of events and other programming, plus lots more that nobody asked for, you’re in for a captivating read. We know because we said so!

If you missed an edition, you can find a copy below. If you aren’t receiving it and you actually want to, after you have sought psychiatric permission to do so, you can sign up to receive our newsletter direct to your inbox here.

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Latest Club News

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Convergint – the True Definition of Coming Together

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Year One Update on Ontario Trillium Foundation–Funded Volunteer Support Project

In May 2023, the Crusaders Rugby Club launched its two-year volunteer support project with funding from a $160,000 grant from the Ontario Trillium Foundation (OTF). The initiative aims to strengthen the club’s volunteer programs and address…
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Sunday Yoga at Cru Continues!

ABOUT CRU YOGA Prepare your yoga mats and gear up for some "Om"-azing fun! Each week we are blessed to have the extraordinary Erin from Power Yoga Canada at the helm. You can check out her impressive yoga moves on Instagram @erinmarie_yoga.When:…
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Oakville Crusaders Touch Rugby banner featuring a shield crest on a grassy field with a blue sky.
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Touch Rugby Kicked Off – Spring League Starts Next Week

Mens and Ladies Touch Rugby sessions kicked off earlier this week… lots of sweaty bodies limped into the clubhouse for post run-around refreshments. Parents and players of current and former glory are encouraged to join us for Touch Rugby.…
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Crusaders Rugby Club Oakville poster showing the U16 and U18 Men's Elite Tropical 7s teams with rosters and club logos.

Two Weeks Until Tropical 7’s – Cru Sending U16 and U18 Boys

Our U16 and U18 Boys, under the guidance of Stephen Gittens and Don Kroes, are making their final preparations for their respective Elite Divisions at Tropical 7's in Tampa in 2 weeks time.Send them some love on socials and come back in…
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Oakville Crusaders rugby club poster inviting boys and girls aged 4–14 to a free, non-contact try rugby session.

Crusaders Announces First Try Rugby Event of 2024

Your Crusader's invites you to come out for our first "Try Rugby" session of the 2024 season! CLICK HERE TO REGISTER NOW! As always, our Try Rugby events are FREE OF CHARGE and open to the public. This session is targeted at any boys or girls…
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This vibrant graphic features smiling rugby player Taylor Perry and fellow athlete Liam Bowman, both identified as Oakville Crusaders, who are debuting for Canadas Rugby 7s team in Los Angeles, with accompanying sponsor logos and congratulatory messages.
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Crusaders Making Canada 7s Debut in Los Angeles

Huge congratulations to Crusaders Taylor Perry and Liam Bowman who have debuted this weekend for Canada at the Los Angeles 7s.Their journey continues today with Canada's Women into the Cup Quarter Finals at 1:14pm EST. Their sights are…
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Collage of kids playing rugby at Crusaders Rugby Club in Oakville, featuring the club crest and a summer camp promotion.

Sports of All Sorts Camp for 9-13 year-olds – Registration is Open

Register early! The Sports of All Sorts camp is a week-long multi-sport camp intended to introduce athletes to a number of sports and activities, including rugby. Campers will spend most of the day outside on the grass fields, learning the basics…
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Meet the Coaches - Feb 28, 10am-1pm

Meet the Coaches – Feb 28, 10am-1pm

This Saturday morning from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM, the clubhouse doors are open for Meet the Coaches Day! Think of it as your official launch into the new season, and your chance to:Meet the brilliant minds leading each squadAsk…
The image displays a stylized logo in the shape of a trophy, featuring a silver cup design atop a brown base that includes the text RUGBY ONTARIO with a trillium emblem and the prominent words McCORMICK CUP.

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…
Group of Crusaders Rugby Club players in yellow jerseys running on a field with a 2026 registration banner.

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,…
Crusaders Rugby Club banner featuring a crest and kids in yellow and black rugby jerseys with the words "TRY RUGBY" and "OPEN TO EVERYONE! FREE!"

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…
Crusaders Rugby Club crest (Oakville) with a black cross on a gold shield and a curved banner, set against a dark gold background.

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…
Crusaders Rugby Club Oakville promotional poster for a Rugby World Cup Final watch party, featuring a celebrating red-jersey player and event times for the final and bronze final.

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,…
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…
Two young players in yellow and black Crusaders jerseys celebrate beside the Crusaders Rugby Club crest on a Minis Fall Rugby banner.

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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