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The CFL has nixed its online forums. But a good team of volunteers are keeping the lights on with the launch of the Canadian Football Forum. It's a great online community for fans of the CFL and Canadian football. Check it out. #cfl
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December 15, 2025 at 5:07 PM
The CFL has nixed its online forums. But a good team of volunteers are keeping the lights on with the launch of the Canadian Football Forum. It's a great online community for fans of the CFL and Canadian football. Check it out. #cfl
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Here's a link to a previous article on the very first CFL schedule in 1958.
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The Very First CFL Schedule - Canadian Football History
Happy New Year. As football fans across the country (im)patiently await the release of the 2025 CFL schedule, let’s go back in time to the very first C...
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December 9, 2025 at 3:38 PM
Here's a link to a previous article on the very first CFL schedule in 1958.
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As we await the release of the 2026 CFL schedule here are early CFL schedule makers putting together the 1958 WIFU schedule. (Source: The Regina Leader Post, 20 January 1958, page 19.)
December 9, 2025 at 3:38 PM
As we await the release of the 2026 CFL schedule here are early CFL schedule makers putting together the 1958 WIFU schedule. (Source: The Regina Leader Post, 20 January 1958, page 19.)
If you're ever at Rideau Hall, be sure to check out the portraits of Canada's former governors general, including that of Earl Grey. His portrait was painted by JWL Forster at Rideau Hall and is displayed in the Tent Room. Grey served as Governor General from 1904 to 1911 and donated the Grey Cup.
December 5, 2025 at 4:54 PM
If you're ever at Rideau Hall, be sure to check out the portraits of Canada's former governors general, including that of Earl Grey. His portrait was painted by JWL Forster at Rideau Hall and is displayed in the Tent Room. Grey served as Governor General from 1904 to 1911 and donated the Grey Cup.
Happy Anniversary to Us
Wow. Time sure does fly. It’s been just over a year since I launched the Canadian Football History website.
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Wow. Time sure does fly. It’s been just over a year since I launched the Canadian Football History website.
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Happy Anniversary to Us - Canadian Football History
Wow. Time sure does fly. It’s been just over a year since I launched the Canadian Football History website. Admittedly, I wasn’t quite certain th...
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December 3, 2025 at 7:41 PM
Happy Anniversary to Us
Wow. Time sure does fly. It’s been just over a year since I launched the Canadian Football History website.
canadianfootballhistory.ca/2025/12/03/h...
Wow. Time sure does fly. It’s been just over a year since I launched the Canadian Football History website.
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Revisiting an old debate on that quintessentially Canadian play in football: the rouge.
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Debating the Rouge…in 1912 - Canadian Football History
Quintessentially Canadian. Quirky. A reward for failure. Embarrassing. All of these have been used to describe a scoring play unique to Canadian football: th...
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December 3, 2025 at 3:58 PM
Revisiting an old debate on that quintessentially Canadian play in football: the rouge.
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The Vanier Cup Becomes Canada’s University Football Championship
There was no national football championship for university or collegiate football. That changed in 1965.
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There was no national football championship for university or collegiate football. That changed in 1965.
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The Vanier Cup Becomes Canada’s University Football Championship - Canadian Football History
Universities in Canada have played football since…well…since football has been played in Canada. Teams from the University of Toronto, McGill University, and...
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November 26, 2025 at 5:13 PM
The Vanier Cup Becomes Canada’s University Football Championship
There was no national football championship for university or collegiate football. That changed in 1965.
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There was no national football championship for university or collegiate football. That changed in 1965.
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One of Canada's greatest sporting traditions continues tonight. It's the 112th edition of the Grey Cup. Good luck to Saskatchewan and Montreal. #cfl
November 16, 2025 at 10:08 PM
One of Canada's greatest sporting traditions continues tonight. It's the 112th edition of the Grey Cup. Good luck to Saskatchewan and Montreal. #cfl
Check out the previous post on the first televised Grey Cup.
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Getting Ready for the Grey Cup’s TV Debut - Canadian Football History
It’s September 1952 and a new technology – black and white television – is taking the country and much of the world by storm. The Canadian Broadc...
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November 13, 2025 at 3:12 PM
Check out the previous post on the first televised Grey Cup.
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The first televised Grey Cup was the 1952 game held in Toronto. It was broadcast on Toronto's CBC affiliate station CBLT.
The broadcast even included a short pre-game show hosted by Annis Stukus. A reader sent us this pic of the title card from the "Football with Stukus" pre-game feature.
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The broadcast even included a short pre-game show hosted by Annis Stukus. A reader sent us this pic of the title card from the "Football with Stukus" pre-game feature.
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November 13, 2025 at 3:10 PM
The first televised Grey Cup was the 1952 game held in Toronto. It was broadcast on Toronto's CBC affiliate station CBLT.
The broadcast even included a short pre-game show hosted by Annis Stukus. A reader sent us this pic of the title card from the "Football with Stukus" pre-game feature.
#cfl
The broadcast even included a short pre-game show hosted by Annis Stukus. A reader sent us this pic of the title card from the "Football with Stukus" pre-game feature.
#cfl
Varsity Wins the Almost Forgotten Grey Cup
It's Grey Cup Week. Let's take a look back at the 1920 Grey Cup played between the University of Toronto and the Toronto Argonauts. It was the first Grey Cup played after a five year hiatus.
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It's Grey Cup Week. Let's take a look back at the 1920 Grey Cup played between the University of Toronto and the Toronto Argonauts. It was the first Grey Cup played after a five year hiatus.
#cfl
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Varsity Wins the Almost Forgotten Grey Cup - Canadian Football History
In 1909, Governor General Earl Grey donated a trophy to be awarded to the amateur rugby football champions of Canada. The University of Toronto won the inaug...
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November 12, 2025 at 3:37 PM
Varsity Wins the Almost Forgotten Grey Cup
It's Grey Cup Week. Let's take a look back at the 1920 Grey Cup played between the University of Toronto and the Toronto Argonauts. It was the first Grey Cup played after a five year hiatus.
#cfl
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It's Grey Cup Week. Let's take a look back at the 1920 Grey Cup played between the University of Toronto and the Toronto Argonauts. It was the first Grey Cup played after a five year hiatus.
#cfl
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Flutie Freezes as Edmonton Defeats Calgary in Frigid, Snowy 1993 Western Final
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Flutie Freezes as Edmonton Defeats Calgary in Frigid, Snowy 1993 Western Final - Canadian Football History
Canadian football in November can be cold – especially when played on the Prairies. Bone-chilling temperatures, coupled with blowing snow, made the 199...
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November 5, 2025 at 5:17 PM
Flutie Freezes as Edmonton Defeats Calgary in Frigid, Snowy 1993 Western Final
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Getting Ready for the Grey Cup's TV Debut
It’s September 1952 and a new technology – black and white television – is taking the country and much of the world by storm.
The decision was soon made to broadcast the upcoming Grey Cup game...
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#cfl #greycup
It’s September 1952 and a new technology – black and white television – is taking the country and much of the world by storm.
The decision was soon made to broadcast the upcoming Grey Cup game...
canadianfootballhistory.ca/2025/10/28/g...
#cfl #greycup
Getting Ready for the Grey Cup’s TV Debut - Canadian Football History
It’s September 1952 and a new technology – black and white television – is taking the country and much of the world by storm. The Canadian Broadc...
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October 28, 2025 at 6:19 PM
Getting Ready for the Grey Cup's TV Debut
It’s September 1952 and a new technology – black and white television – is taking the country and much of the world by storm.
The decision was soon made to broadcast the upcoming Grey Cup game...
canadianfootballhistory.ca/2025/10/28/g...
#cfl #greycup
It’s September 1952 and a new technology – black and white television – is taking the country and much of the world by storm.
The decision was soon made to broadcast the upcoming Grey Cup game...
canadianfootballhistory.ca/2025/10/28/g...
#cfl #greycup
100 Yard Fields in Early Canadian Football
In 2027, the field will shrink from 110 yards in length to 100 yards between the goal lines.
But upon further review, it appears that 100-yard football fields are not new to Canadian football.
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In 2027, the field will shrink from 110 yards in length to 100 yards between the goal lines.
But upon further review, it appears that 100-yard football fields are not new to Canadian football.
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#cfl
100 Yard Fields in Early Canadian Football - Canadian Football History
When CFL Commissioner Stewart Johnston announced sweeping rule changes to the Canadian game last month, one modification that probably alarmed traditionalist...
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October 15, 2025 at 4:58 PM
100 Yard Fields in Early Canadian Football
In 2027, the field will shrink from 110 yards in length to 100 yards between the goal lines.
But upon further review, it appears that 100-yard football fields are not new to Canadian football.
canadianfootballhistory.ca/2025/10/15/1...
#cfl
In 2027, the field will shrink from 110 yards in length to 100 yards between the goal lines.
But upon further review, it appears that 100-yard football fields are not new to Canadian football.
canadianfootballhistory.ca/2025/10/15/1...
#cfl
The Death of Earl Grey
As Governor General, Earl Grey lent his support to several Canadian arts and sports initiatives. In 1909, he donated a trophy to be awarded for the Amateur Rugby Football Championship of Canada. Soon, the trophy would become known as the Grey Cup.
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As Governor General, Earl Grey lent his support to several Canadian arts and sports initiatives. In 1909, he donated a trophy to be awarded for the Amateur Rugby Football Championship of Canada. Soon, the trophy would become known as the Grey Cup.
#cfl
The Death of Earl Grey - Canadian Football History
On August 29, 1917, newspapers on both sides of the Atlantic reported that Earl Grey had died at the age of 65. How well do you know the man who donated the ...
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October 8, 2025 at 3:42 PM
The Death of Earl Grey
As Governor General, Earl Grey lent his support to several Canadian arts and sports initiatives. In 1909, he donated a trophy to be awarded for the Amateur Rugby Football Championship of Canada. Soon, the trophy would become known as the Grey Cup.
#cfl
As Governor General, Earl Grey lent his support to several Canadian arts and sports initiatives. In 1909, he donated a trophy to be awarded for the Amateur Rugby Football Championship of Canada. Soon, the trophy would become known as the Grey Cup.
#cfl
Portland Hosts Fast Break CFL Football, Precursor to CFL USA Expansion
Flashback to the 1992 exhibition game in Portland, Oregon between the Toronto Argonauts and Calgary Stampeders.
CFL expansion to the United States would follow in 1993.
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Flashback to the 1992 exhibition game in Portland, Oregon between the Toronto Argonauts and Calgary Stampeders.
CFL expansion to the United States would follow in 1993.
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Portland Hosts Fast Break CFL Football, Precursor to CFL USA Expansion - Canadian Football History
In 1992, the Canadian Football League was looking to grow. Larry Smith was appointed the CFL’s new commissioner with a mandate to expand the CFL. Of course, ...
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October 1, 2025 at 2:24 PM
Portland Hosts Fast Break CFL Football, Precursor to CFL USA Expansion
Flashback to the 1992 exhibition game in Portland, Oregon between the Toronto Argonauts and Calgary Stampeders.
CFL expansion to the United States would follow in 1993.
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Flashback to the 1992 exhibition game in Portland, Oregon between the Toronto Argonauts and Calgary Stampeders.
CFL expansion to the United States would follow in 1993.
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CFL Goes With Shorter End Zones
Once upon a time, the regulation Canadian football field was 110 yards long between the goal lines with two 25 yard end zones. If you watch older CFL games you will realize just how massive the end zones were. #cfl
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Once upon a time, the regulation Canadian football field was 110 yards long between the goal lines with two 25 yard end zones. If you watch older CFL games you will realize just how massive the end zones were. #cfl
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CFL Goes With Shorter End Zones - Canadian Football History
The Johnston Rules are coming to Canadian football. Proponents argue they will open up the Canadian game and lead to more exciting touchdowns. Opponents grum...
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September 24, 2025 at 2:39 PM
CFL Goes With Shorter End Zones
Once upon a time, the regulation Canadian football field was 110 yards long between the goal lines with two 25 yard end zones. If you watch older CFL games you will realize just how massive the end zones were. #cfl
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Once upon a time, the regulation Canadian football field was 110 yards long between the goal lines with two 25 yard end zones. If you watch older CFL games you will realize just how massive the end zones were. #cfl
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The Johnston Rules are coming to the CFL. Canadian football continues to evolve...
September 22, 2025 at 6:19 PM
The Johnston Rules are coming to the CFL. Canadian football continues to evolve...
Ottawa Downs Las Vegas 54-50 in 1994 Labour Day Weekend Shootout
Back in 1994 one of the CFL’s Labour Day weekend matchups included the Ottawa Rough Riders playing host to the Las Vegas Posse.
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Back in 1994 one of the CFL’s Labour Day weekend matchups included the Ottawa Rough Riders playing host to the Las Vegas Posse.
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Ottawa Downs Las Vegas 54-50 in 1994 Labour Day Weekend Shootout - Canadian Football History
Labour Day weekend is arguably the biggest deal in the Canadian Football League outside the Grey Cup. The end-of-summer holiday features games between the CF...
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September 17, 2025 at 4:34 PM
Ottawa Downs Las Vegas 54-50 in 1994 Labour Day Weekend Shootout
Back in 1994 one of the CFL’s Labour Day weekend matchups included the Ottawa Rough Riders playing host to the Las Vegas Posse.
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Back in 1994 one of the CFL’s Labour Day weekend matchups included the Ottawa Rough Riders playing host to the Las Vegas Posse.
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#cfl
The 1956 plane crash that claimed the lives of five Canadian football players garnered widespread newspaper coverage across Canada and parts of the United States. Here is a sampling of news articles about the tragedy.
September 12, 2025 at 6:05 PM
The 1956 plane crash that claimed the lives of five Canadian football players garnered widespread newspaper coverage across Canada and parts of the United States. Here is a sampling of news articles about the tragedy.
Five Canadian Football Players Lost in 1956 Plane Crash
A sad story about five football players who lost their lives in a plane crash returning from the 1956 all-star game in Vancouver.
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A sad story about five football players who lost their lives in a plane crash returning from the 1956 all-star game in Vancouver.
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Five Canadian Football Players Lost in 1956 Plane Crash - Canadian Football History
On Sunday, December 9, 1956, tragedy struck Canadian football when five professional players lost their lives in one of the country’s worst aviation disaster...
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September 10, 2025 at 2:58 PM
Five Canadian Football Players Lost in 1956 Plane Crash
A sad story about five football players who lost their lives in a plane crash returning from the 1956 all-star game in Vancouver.
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A sad story about five football players who lost their lives in a plane crash returning from the 1956 all-star game in Vancouver.
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Were you an American CFL fan in the 1990s when the league had U.S.-based teams? I'm working on a piece and looking for fans who attended CFL games in the USA. - RF
September 5, 2025 at 1:57 AM
Were you an American CFL fan in the 1990s when the league had U.S.-based teams? I'm working on a piece and looking for fans who attended CFL games in the USA. - RF
Calgary Companies Celebrate the Opening of McMahon Stadium
Many Calgary-based companies took out ads in the Calgary Albertan and Calgary Herald newspapers to celebrate the opening of the new stadium. An assortment of the advertisements are posted on the blog. Do you see any companies you recognize?
Many Calgary-based companies took out ads in the Calgary Albertan and Calgary Herald newspapers to celebrate the opening of the new stadium. An assortment of the advertisements are posted on the blog. Do you see any companies you recognize?
Calgary Companies Celebrate the Opening of McMahon Stadium - Canadian Football History
Last week’s post was about the construction of Calgary’s McMahon Stadium in just 103 days. The stadium replaced Mewata Stadium as the new home of...
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September 3, 2025 at 2:55 PM
Calgary Companies Celebrate the Opening of McMahon Stadium
Many Calgary-based companies took out ads in the Calgary Albertan and Calgary Herald newspapers to celebrate the opening of the new stadium. An assortment of the advertisements are posted on the blog. Do you see any companies you recognize?
Many Calgary-based companies took out ads in the Calgary Albertan and Calgary Herald newspapers to celebrate the opening of the new stadium. An assortment of the advertisements are posted on the blog. Do you see any companies you recognize?
Next up, it's Calgary versus Edmonton in the Battle of Alberta. For the 1992 Labour Day Classic between these two teams, a state-of-the-art replay screen was brought into McMahon Stadium. It cost Stampeders owner Larry Ryckman $50,000 for the video board.
September 1, 2025 at 4:10 PM
Next up, it's Calgary versus Edmonton in the Battle of Alberta. For the 1992 Labour Day Classic between these two teams, a state-of-the-art replay screen was brought into McMahon Stadium. It cost Stampeders owner Larry Ryckman $50,000 for the video board.
The Labour Day Classics continue in the CFL. First up, the Hamilton Tiger-Cats host the Toronto Argonauts. Here's an ad in the Hamilton Spectator promoting the 1992 game between these two rivals.
September 1, 2025 at 4:06 PM
The Labour Day Classics continue in the CFL. First up, the Hamilton Tiger-Cats host the Toronto Argonauts. Here's an ad in the Hamilton Spectator promoting the 1992 game between these two rivals.