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Canadian Football League Alumni Association scores touchdown with Saskatchewan Polytechnic
Canadian Football League Alumni Association and Saskatchewan Polytechnic announce game changing partnership
July 28, 2021 – The Canadian Football League Alumni Association (CFLAA) and Saskatchewan Polytechnic announce an exciting new collaboration that provides CFLAA members and spouses access to the polytechnic’s School of Continuing Education courses and programs through a tuition benefit program.
The agreement gives hundreds of CFL alumni and their spouses the opportunity to advance their educations through Sask Polytech’s School of Continuing Education, which offers diplomas, certificates, degrees and micro-credential. CFLAA members and their spouses will also have access to career counseling and preparedness in an effort to prepare them as they transition to a post-football career or when they may be interested in a career change.
Due to the unpredictable nature of professional football, the average CFL career is less than three years. Since its inception in 2008, the CFLAA has sought to enhance the well-being of its members. This now includes career development opportunities aimed at helping the league’s alumni find a career outside of professional football.
CFLAA supports Canadian football, former CFL players, and other communities of interest while fostering collaborative relationships with CFL stakeholders and others that enhance the well-being of our members and friends. Additionally, the CFLAA strives to unite all local CFL Alumni Associations and its membership of former players.
“We look forward to working with Saskatchewan Polytechnic in assisting former players through their post career transitions and challenges onto the road of success. It is a very important part of the CFLAA mission. I have a long personal and professional relationship with Sask Poly which will certainly be helpful,” says Brett MacNeil CFLAA president.
“We are ready to assist CFLAA members in moving the chains towards careers beyond the football field,” says Dr. Larry Rosia, Sask Polytech president and CEO. “Saskatchewan is home to the CFL’s proudest and most passionate fans. We are Rider Nation! Our exceptional faculty support and look forward to working with the CFLAA members and their spouses to reach their educational and career goals at Sask Polytech.”
The School of Continuing Education will assist CFLAA members to transition to a career off the field by gaining skills and education to succeed in a new career. The School of Continuing Education brings together Sask Polytech’s internal expertise to advance professional development programs, corporate training and micro-credential offerings.
About the CFLAA:
Membership in the CFLAA is optional, unlike current players where membership in the CFL Players Association (CFLPA) is mandatory. We are a collective of former players who believe in the vision and mission of the CFLAA and of their local Alumni Associations. We currently have over 2,000 members across Canada and the United States.
About Saskatchewan Polytechnic:
Saskatchewan Polytechnic serves students through applied learning opportunities on Treaty 4 and Treaty 6 Territories and the homeland of the Métis people. Learning takes place at campuses in Moose Jaw, Prince Albert, Regina and Saskatoon and through extensive distance education opportunities. Programs serve every economic and public service sector. As a polytechnic, the organization provides the depth of learning appropriate to employer and student need, including certificate, diploma and degree programs, and apprenticeship training. Saskatchewan Polytechnic engages in applied research, drawing on faculty expertise to support innovation by employers, and providing students the opportunity to develop critical thinking skills.
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For more information, contact:
Leo Ezerins
CFL Alumni Association, Executive Director
905-464-0007
leo@cflaa.ca
Brianna Bergeron
Saskatchewan Polytechnic Communications and Marketing
306-250-3978
brianna.bergeron@saskpolytech.ca
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