Each mini-pitch site is engineered for safe, durable performance.
The Mini-Pitch Legacy Project is a transformative investment in community sport across British Columbia. As a legacy of the FIFA World Cup 2026™, this partnership between the Province of B.C., viaSport. BC, and Vancouver Whitecaps FC will install professional-quality mini-pitches in communities throughout the province. This project turns underused spaces into permanent, community-owned soccer facilities, supported by vibrant grassroots programming designed to serve thousands of participants for years to come.
What is a mini pitch?
Mini-pitches are versatile, durable, modular outdoor systems. They are designed to transform under-resourced or under-utilized areas into high-quality, low-barrier sport infrastructure. While the primary focus is soccer, these weather-resistant surfaces are adaptable for other sports, making them true year-round community hubs.
Mini-Pitch specs
A standard 60’ x 120’ (18m x 36m) playing surface.
A pro-grade synthetic turf system with non-infill technology (which eliminates the need for crumb rubber) and rapid drain technology (to handle British Columbia’s climate and provide superior shock absorption for player safety).
Includes professional-grade fencing, goals, and accessible gates.
Every pitch features universal design elements, including zero-threshold entry points to ensure inclusive access for athletes of all abilities.
Who is The Mini-Pitch legacy Project for?
This project exists to serve communities that have historically lacked support from traditional sport and recreation investments. We prioritize:
- Indigenous Communities: Ensuring meaningful representation and authentic partnerships with First Nations and Indigenous-led organizations.
- Under-Resourced Areas: Communities with a demonstrated shortage of quality recreation infrastructure.
- Priority Youth: Children and youth facing barriers to participation due to poverty, disability, or newcomer status.
- Grassroots Programs: Organizations committed to accessible, affordable participation rather than elite competition.
Bring A Mini-Pitch To your community
Ready to create a lasting legacy for your local youth? The application period is now open and will remain active on a rolling basis until all pitches are allocated.
What would a community receive?
Selected communities receive comprehensive support across three key pillars, with up to three years of programming support from Vancouver Whitecaps FC.
Infrastructure
Full installation of a professional 60’ x 120’ mini-pitch, including technical support.
Programming Support
Customized grassroots soccer curriculum, coach training, and program delivery from Vancouver Whitecaps FC.
Community Activation
Support for a grand opening celebration, marketing resources, and storytelling to highlight your community’s success.
Regionality
To ensure equitable benefits across the entire province, the project utilizes a strategic regional approach. Mini-pitch installations are distributed across all eight economic regions of British Columbia:
- Cariboo
- Kootenay
- Mainland / Southwest
- Nechako
- North Coast
- Northeast
- Thompson / Okanagan
- Vancouver Island / Coast
We have committed to a minimum of two mini-pitches per region to ensure that rural and remote communities have equal access to the project’s benefits as urban centers.
Bring a Mini-pitch to your community
Ready to create a lasting legacy for your local youth? The application period is now open and will remain active on a rolling basis until all pitches are allocated.
