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2026 Summer Ball

Crusaders 2026 Summer Ball – Get Your Tickets

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Players Fund – Financial Assistance

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

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

Remembering John Slattery
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Remembering John Slattery

World Cup Final Watch Party

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

Kids flag rugby game on sunny green field with colourful jerseys, coaches, tent, and trees.

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!

Crusaders Rugby Club Oakville branding featuring the Crusaders Touch League logo and two players holding rugby balls.

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

Crusaders Rugby Club Oakville Annual General Meeting poster featuring a collage of team photos and event details.

2024 Annual General Meeting (AGM) – Date Set for January 28, 2025

Trillium Grant for Clubhouse Renovations

Trillium Grant for Clubhouse Renovations

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Cru MINI Tournament, GIANT Success!

Convergint - the True Definition of Coming Together
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Convergint – the True Definition of Coming Together

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Touch Rugby Kicked Off – Spring League Starts Next Week

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

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

Crusaders Rugby Club crest from Oakville, featuring a yellow shield with a black cross and a curved banner reading 'Crusaders Rugby Club' with a red maple leaf.
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2023 AGM Information Package

Six female rugby players in yellow jerseys pose with hands on hips, with a “REGISTER NOW FOR 2024” banner and the Crusaders Rugby Club logo visible.

Registration for the 2024 Season is Open

Crusaders Rugby Club in Oakville fundraiser poster with a large red thermometer, water splash background, and a yellow “Thank you” note.

$193,000 Successfully Raised for Field Water Project

Crusaders Rugby Club crest from Oakville, featuring a yellow shield with a black cross and a curved banner reading 'Crusaders Rugby Club' with a red maple leaf.
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Crusaders Rugby Club 2023 Annual General Meeting

Crusaders Rugby Club crest from Oakville, featuring a yellow shield with a black cross and a curved banner reading 'Crusaders Rugby Club' with a red maple leaf.

Crusaders Receives $150,000 Trillium Grant for Field Equipment

ARGENTINA V NEW ZEALAND
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The Finals!

Rugby World Cup France 2023 logo.
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And so to the Quarter-Finals

Crusaders Rugby Club Announces the launch of a 6-team Inter-Club Co-Ed Touch Rugby League!!!
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Crusaders Rugby Club Announces the launch of a 6-team Inter-Club Co-Ed Touch Rugby League!!!

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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

ARGENTINA V NEW ZEALAND
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The Finals!

Records will tumble at Stade de France, when two triple champions, New Zealand and South Africa, face one another for the Webb Ellis Cup. The Springboks have never lost a final, and are looking to become only the second side to win…
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Rugby World Cup France 2023 logo.
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And so to the Quarter-Finals

(Central European Summer Time) Quote of the Day - 'Playing South Africa in Paris is wonderful, magnificent' “It certainly wasn’t easy. There was once or twice when I was roaring to Mack [Hansen] on the sidelines because I had forgotten…
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Crusaders Rugby Club Announces the launch of a 6-team Inter-Club Co-Ed Touch Rugby League!!!
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Crusaders Rugby Club Announces the launch of a 6-team Inter-Club Co-Ed Touch Rugby League!!!

To build on our great season, we are excited to offer our members a co-ed touch league on Friday nights starting September 15 ending on October 27 (6 weeks). If you are currently a registered playing or social member, there will be no…
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A gold ornate trophy sits beside a blue, white, and red rugby ball representing the Crusaders Rugby Club of Oakville.
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Crusaders to show World Cup Matches at the Club

Kickoff: Friday 8th August at 3:15 pm EDT As we come to the final countdown for the start of the Pool matches the warm up games produced some interesting results. It was a weekend of ups and down for all the top-ranked teams except Ireland,…
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Saffella - End of Summer Festival - 9th September
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Saffella – End of Summer Festival – 9th September

Join us for a day of music, food, and fun at the first Saffella Festival, where Canada meets South Africa! Experience the rhythm of diverse tunes, savor delicious South African dishes, shop at the vibrant market, and enjoy activities for…
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Crusaders Annual Golf Tournament
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Crusaders Annual Golf Tournament

Once again it is time for the 2023 edition of our annual golf tournament, the GVO. Details are as follows: Date: Sunday September 17, 2023 How to Book: Booking is open until Sept 10 or until all spots taken (See Link below) …
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Crusaders U18 Boys win Ontario Provincial Championship

Crusaders U18 Boys win Ontario Provincial Championship

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France ready to welcome the world as Rugby World Cup 2023 celebrates in style - 21 Days to go!
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France ready to welcome the world as Rugby World Cup 2023 celebrates in style – 21 Days to go!

Celebrations are taking place throughout France to mark the 100-day countdown to the start of Rugby World Cup 2023 – set to be the most popular edition in the tournament's history. Click here to read the story Watch this space to see the…
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Crusaders Rugby Club crest from Oakville, featuring a yellow shield with a black cross and a curved banner reading 'Crusaders Rugby Club' with a red maple leaf.

Crusaders Receives $160,00 Trillium Resilient Communities Fund Grant for Volunteer Support

The Crusaders Rugby Club has been awarded a $160,000 grant from the Ontario Trillium Foundation (OTF) to support and strengthen the club’s volunteer programs. This funding will help address one of the most significant and lasting impacts of…
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2026 Summer Ball

Crusaders 2026 Summer Ball – Get Your Tickets

Trade your boots for dancing shoes! We are thrilled to invite you to an evening of elegance and entertainment at the Crusaders Rugby Club 2026 Summer Ball. Join us for a glamorous night as we celebrate our community and support a great cause.…
Crusaders Rugby Club crest from Oakville, featuring a yellow shield with a black cross and a curved banner reading 'Crusaders Rugby Club' with a red maple leaf.

Players Fund – Financial Assistance

Don't Let Finances Keep You Off the Pitch: Apply for Financial Assistance from the Crusaders Players Fund Today! At Crusaders Rugby Club, we believe that rugby is for everyone. Building a strong, united community means making sure every…
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 squad Ask…
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,…
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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…
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 welcome Date Match Kick-off (ET) ROUND 1 Thu, Feb 5 France vs Ireland 3:10 PM Sat, Feb 7 Italy vs Scotland 9:10 AM Sat, Feb 7 England…
Remembering John Slattery
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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…
World Cup Final Watch Party

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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