Academy – CFLPA Academy

5 March 2025

2025 CFL Mentorship Insights

Last week, six current and former CFL players were invited to our League's HQ in Toronto for a once-in-a-lifetime experience pulling the curtains back on the business of our game. In this first segment, we hear from Elliott Brown, Micah Teitz, Charlie Power, Jovan Santos-Knox, Theo Grant & Sergio Castillo as they reflect their experiences!

In this segment, we hear from Elliott Brown, Micah Teitz, Charlie Power, Jovan Santos-Knox, Theo Grant & Sergio Castillo reflect on where they might work in the CFL once they are done playing!

At the end of February, six current and former CFL players were invited to our League's HQ in Toronto for a once-in-a-lifetime experience pulling the curtains back on the business of our game. In this segment, we hear from Elliott Brown, Micah Teitz, Charlie Power, Jovan Santos-Knox, Theo Grant & Sergio Castillo speak about their trip to TSN Studios to meet (among others) Kate Beirness and Rod Smith!

27 February 2025

CFLPA Academy Profile | Shayne Gauthier of the Winnipeg Blue Bombers

From the football field to the work site! 💪🏽🔌 Shayne Gauthier of the Winnipeg Blue Bombers opens up about balancing his CFL career and running his own business, Haut Electrical. Watch the full story in the CFLPA Academy Profile!

To check out Haut Electrical, please visit: https://hautelectrical.ca/

29 August 2024

CFLPA Academy Profile | Larry Dean with Brett Lauther

Join us for an in-depth conversation with #CFL standout Larry Dean, as he sits down with Brett Lauther to discuss his remarkable journey through the world of football. In this captivating interview, Larry opens up about his illustrious career on the field, sharing behind-the-scenes stories from his time as a professional athlete all the way to his new role in football operations with the #Saskatchewan #Roughriders!

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19 August 2024

CFLPA Academy Profile | Adam Bighill

Enjoy our full-length conversation with Adam Bighill!

CFLPA Academy | Career Transitions

The CFLPA Academy is working with former members who have transitioned out of sport and into new careers post-football.

CFLPA Academy | 2024 Off-Season

CFL Players' Association members mandated the creation of the player development resource provided for all Active CFL players in 2016. Our team at the CFLPA Academy are ecstatic to announce we have just completed our most comprehensive, and successful off-season of programming ever.

CFLPA Academy | Saskatchewan Polytechnic

The CFLPA and Saskatchewan Polytechnic have partnered to provide Academy members access to the polytechnic’s School of Continuing Education courses and programs through a tuition benefit program.

Additionally, CFLPA members’ spouses can also access this fantastic resource.

Beyond these amazing Academy benefits, SaskPolytech is also the presenting sponsor of #TeamCFLPA's Player HQ during Grey Cup week!

6 June 2024

CFLPA Academy | Enriched Academy

Enriched Academy is a financial education and awareness company that will provide important assistance to CFLPA Academy members in managing their finances while offering career guidance.

Members will benefit by enhancing their overall financial knowledge through informative, entertaining, and engaging learning programs!

5 June 2024

CFLPA Academy | Athabasca University

Athabasca University provides learning for life. Through the achievements of its students, faculty and staff, AU stands out as a provider of high quality post-secondary education.

Eligible CFLPA Academy members (partners and spouses included) are entitled to receive FREE COURSE CREDITS as a result of this amazing partnership.

4 June 2024

CFLPA Academy | Shift Group

Many of us have long seen our sport as our primary identity, making the shift to new careers post-playing a bit uncomfortable and intimidating. That's why we're excited about teaming up with Shift Group, aiming to make this transition more seamless and less stressful. It provides an excellent avenue for retired athletes seeking a career with unlimited earning potential that fulfills our competitive nature.

Shift Group also helps with generally learning the key skills of motivating and influencing others to take action. Key for any job hunt in any profession, and a critical part of almost any role you land!

So, if you're looking for ways to enhance your sales skills or explore career placement opportunities, this could be an ideal opportunity for you!