SportsPay Goes Downhill
HORSESHOE VALLEY, ONTARIO SportsPay took a trip downhill this week, but in the best possible way A group of six SportsPay team members headed to Horseshoe Resort to experience: downhill mountain biking. Equipped with bikes, protective gear, and a chairlift ride to the summit, the team traded office chairs for mountain trails and embraced a […]
Students rally around badminton at Queneesh Elementary School, courtesy of Sportspay Foundation
At Queneesh Elementary School, recess is more than just a break in the school day — it’s an opportunity for students to build social networks, stay active, and feel connected to their community. Located within British Columbia’s Comox Valley School District, Queneesh Elementary serves a diverse student population with a wide range of experiences and […]
Sportspay Foundation Hits the Soccer Pitch with FCJ Refugee Centre Youth!
Sportspay Foundation was proud to kick off its support of the FCJ Refugee Centre Youth Program with a soccer session this April — the first in a series of planned events. The FCJ Refugee Centre has been serving refugees and others at risk due to their immigration status for 35 years, offering services ranging from […]
Sportspay Foundation gives the gift of a day at the ball park!
Sportspay Foundation recently donated a pair of Toronto Blue Jays tickets to the Youth Network at the FCJ Refugee Centre. The FCJ Refugee Centre has been serving refugees and others at risk due to their immigration status for 35 years, offering services ranging from settlement support and legal referrals to counselling and public education. Within […]
Volunteer Hours in North American Amateur Sport Decline as Core Contributors Carry the Load
Volunteers have long been the backbone of amateur and community sport across North America. From local soccer leagues to community swimming clubs, these unpaid contributors provide the time, energy, and expertise that keep grassroots sport running. However, recent trends indicate that volunteer numbers are declining, putting increasing pressure on the small core of highly committed […]
Charitable Dirt Jump Bikes: When Giving Isn’t About Writing a Cheque
When anyone mentions charity or donations, my brain tends to jump to two very different extremes. On one end, there’s the image of dropping a bit of loose change into a Salvation Army brass band collection tin in the town square just before Christmas. I am from the North of England. On the other end […]
Meet the People Behind the Platform: Abdool Nazim
Some of you may have seen Abdool appear in a recent social media post, but you may not know just how critical his role is in making SportsPay the easiest and safest payment platform for amateur sport in Canada. As Senior Compliance Officer, Abdool plays a key role in ensuring that SportsPay’s compliance practices are both robust […]
Curling Ontario Announces the Re-launch of Sticks and Stones Program and Partnership with SportsPay
Curling Ontario is pleased to announce the re-launch of its Sticks and Stones program, now featuring NEW grants designed to enhance accessibility and inclusivity in curling. The program is set to make a significant impact in the community, thanks to our partnership with SportsPay, a company dedicated to supporting amateur sports across Ontario. Originally launched […]
Sportspay Foundation Gears Up Young Goalies in Minor Hockey
In the rural-meets-suburban communities just west of Ottawa, the West Carleton Warriors Minor Hockey Association is experiencing a resurgence. With 515 registered players across 30 teams, the league serves families from agricultural country, smaller towns, and outer-Ottawa suburbs—an area that is passionate about hockey but faces unique financial and logistical challenges. Chris Havey, President of […]
Sportspay Foundation Fuels Ringette Canada’s Journey to the 2025 World Championships!
Sportspay Foundation is proud to help support Ringette Canada’s travel to Lahti, Finland,where female athletes competed on the world stage at the 2025 World Ringette Championships. This contribution helped close the financial gap faced by the organization and athletes themselves—covering essentials like flights and training expenses—ensuring Teamn Canada stayed focused on competing. This paid off […]
SportsPay Renews Commitment to Culture Change as “Beyond the Boards 2025” Returns to Toronto
SportsPay strengthened its position as a leading advocate for positive change in amateur sport this month as it supported the Beyond the Boards 2025 summit for the second consecutive year. The event, hosted in Toronto, has become a pivotal gathering for those seeking to address longstanding cultural issues within the hockey community. Now in its latest edition, […]
Kicking Off Opportunity: Sportspay Foundation Supports Tatla Lake Youth
In the heart of British Columbia’s Chilcotin region sits Tatla Lake Elementary – Jr. Secondary School – a tiny but vibrant K–10 school where community spirit runs deep. With just 25 students, Tatla Lake is small in numbers, but it’s large in creativity and resilience. “Even though we’re small, our school has a big heart,” […]