The Ontario Schools Cricket Association (OSCA) has officially launched the 2025 Fall/Winter semester of its Brampton Recreational Cricket Program, beginning November 1 at the Save Max Sports Centre.
The free, school-aged initiative aims to promote active living, inclusion, and community engagement through cricket — a sport historically rooted in Canada and now revitalized for a new generation. Supported by lead sponsor TD Bank and founding sponsor Rogers Communications, the program is delivered in partnership with the City of Brampton, the Dufferin-Peel Catholic District School Board (DPCDSB), and the Peel District School Board (PDSB).
This year’s sessions feature expanded programming for both girls-only and co-ed groups for participants aged 17 and under. The Recreational Girls Cricket and Recreational Co-Ed Cricket programs will run every Saturday from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at the Save Max Sports Centre, 1495 Sandalwood Parkway East, Brampton, throughout the winter semester.
Ken Jeffers, President of OSCA, said the organization’s mission is to use cricket as a means of building connections and promoting inclusivity. “Cricket has proven to be a remarkable bridge between cultures, classrooms, and communities,” said Jeffers. “Thanks to the continued support of TD and Rogers, and the collaboration of our school board and municipal partners, we’re ensuring that every child—regardless of skill or background—has the opportunity to learn, play, and grow through cricket.”
OSCA also extended its appreciation to the Ontario Trillium Foundation (OTF) for a $24,200 Capital Grant that will fund the purchase of new equipment and training resources. The investment will help enhance program delivery and expand youth participation in cricket across the Peel Region.
Participants in this winter’s program will be recognized at OSCA’s annual Cricket-Ed Forum 2026, scheduled for March 7, 2026, celebrating youth achievement in cricket, learning, and leadership.
The Ontario Schools Cricket Association (OSCA) is a federally incorporated, not-for-profit organization dedicated to promoting healthy, active lifestyles through inclusive school and community-based cricket programs. Founded in collaboration with CIMA Canada, OSCA fosters physical, emotional, and social development while uniting diverse communities through the spirit of cricket.