Pride on the Pitch: Making Sport Inclusive

Join Pride House for a conversation on how each of us can contribute to making the sport we love a welcoming place.
About this Event

From the front office, to the pitch, to the stands, everyone has a part to play in making sport a place for all. Join Pride House for a conversation on how each of us can contribute to making the sport we love a welcoming place, with panelists from You Can Play, Maple Leaf Sports and Entertainment, and the Northern Super League.

SPEAKERS

• David Paulumbo - Chair, You Can Play
• Nick Eaves - Chief Operating Officer at Maple Leaf Sports and Entertainment
• Helena Ruken - Co-founder and CEO, AFC Toronto

Moderator: Meg Shannon, programming lead, Pride House Toronto 26

About Us:

PHTO26 is a locally run venue open for the duration of the FIFA 2026 Men's World Cup here in Toronto. We'll be hosting free viewing parties, acting as a community hub and hospitality house where all are welcome.

We are providing opportunities to interact with our community partners who will be leading fun education activities, connecting with local leagues and teams, and interact with Canadian soccer media.

Our parent initiative, Pride House International, has helped stage Pride Houses at major sporting events since 2010. We're honoured to represent them for this tournament.

Pride House Toronto is privileged to have been selected as a City of Toronto FIFA World Cup 2026™ Toronto Legacy Initiative.

Thank you to our Legendary Sponsor TD Bank, Venue Sponsor George Brown Polytechnic, and to sponsors MLSE, OLG, OPG, and IGM.

Thanks as well to our partners: Canada Soccer, Toronto FC, You Can Play, and Egale.