The Canadian Collegiate Athletic Association (CCAA) is the national governing body for college sport in Canada. The CCAA sanctions national championships across selected sports and coordinates competition among member institutions through regional conferences.
| Scope | National college athletics (multi-sport; men’s & women’s) |
|---|---|
| Member conferences | PACWEST • ACAC • OCAA • RSEQ (collegial) • ACAA |
| What it does | Sanctions national championships • Eligibility & competitive regulations • Rankings & awards • Coach development initiatives |
| Partners | Sport Canada • Provincial/territorial sport bodies • National Sport Organizations • CCES (anti-doping education) |
| Official site | ccaa.ca |
Role and competitions
The CCAA provides national competition pathways for colleges and institutes, culminating in Canadian championships hosted by member institutions and conferences. Sports typically include soccer, volleyball, basketball, cross-country running, golf, badminton, and others as approved by membership.
Conferences and membership
Institutions compete within regional conferences that set schedules and host championships. Conference champions (and assigned berths) advance to CCAA nationals under tournament formats established for each sport.
Eligibility, academics, and safe sport
CCAA policies support academic progress, transfer rules, and eligibility standards; safe sport, inclusion, and anti-doping education are delivered in partnership with member conferences and the Canadian Centre for Ethics in Sport.
Development and pathways
Coach and administrator development, officiating support, and leadership programs strengthen capacity across the college system. Many student-athletes progress to U Sports, club, or national-team environments depending on sport.
See also
External links (official)
- Canadian Collegiate Athletic Association — Home & championships: https://www.ccaa.ca/