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Awards

Canada Soccer recognizes the best in Canadian soccer through its awards and recognition program. Primary among them are the Canada Soccer Players of the Year awards.

Canada Soccer Player Awards

Canada Soccer Players of the Year
The Canadian Players of the Year award celebrates Canada's top-two footballers in recognition of their achievements with both the national teams and their respective clubs. The two winners are recognized as co-winners of the award. Since 2007, voting has been conducted by Canadian coaches and media.
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Canada Soccer Players of the Year
Canada Soccer Young Players of the Year
The Canada Soccer Young Players of the Year award celebrates Canada’s top young footballers in recognition of their achievements with Canada Soccer’s National Teams Program.
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Canada Soccer Young Players of the Year
Canada Soccer Para Soccer Player of the Year
The Canada Soccer Para Soccer Player of the Year has been selected annually since 2012.
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Canada Soccer Para Soccer Player of the Year
Canada Soccer Futsal Player of the Year
Canada Soccer Futsal Player of the Year was introduced in 2017 as part of the annual Canada Soccer Awards.
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Canada Soccer Futsal Player of the Year

Association Awards

Canada Soccer President’s Award
Canada Soccer President’s Award
Since 1993, the Canada Soccer President`s Award has recognised outstanding and unique efforts in developing the game in Canada.
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Aubrey Sanford Meritorious Award
Aubrey Sanford Meritorious Award
Since 1986, the Aubrey Sanford Meritorious Service Award has recognised outstanding service and overall contribution in refereering, coaching, playing or administration.
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Canada Soccer Award of Merit
Canada Soccer Award of Merit
Since 1989, the Canada Soccer Award of Merit has recognised the promotion, growth and development of soccer in Canada.
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Ray Morgan Memorial Award
Ray Morgan Memorial Award
Since 1980, the Ray Morgan Memorial Award has recognised referees that show progress at the national and international levels.
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Tony Waiters Coaching Excellence Award
Tony Waiters Coaching Excellence Award
Since 2022, the Tony Waiters Coaching Excellence Award celebrates a person’s overall contributions to coaching in Canada for a minimum of 20 years.
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Brian Budd Award
Brian Budd Award
The Brian Budd Award recognises outstanding athletes who have excelled both in soccer and in another endeavour, be it in sport or public life. The individual must exemplify good character, accomplishments, dedication and provide inspiration to present and future generations.
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Members Awards

Canada Soccer Life Membership is presented to those who have rendered valuable service to Canada Soccer.