About
We’re excited to celebrate the opening of the very first Canadian Tire Jumpstart Charities Community Soccer Pitch at Harbourfront Centre, creating a new free and accessible space for kids and families to come together through play.
As part of a national initiative to build 25 inclusive community soccer pitches across Canada by 2029, this new waterfront pitch is about more than just soccer. From first kicks to big goals, it’s about giving every child the chance to feel included, stay active and experience the joy of the game close to home.
Alongside the open pitch, the space will also host several community programs and recreation opportunities for city residents.
Booking for the Jumpstart Community Pitch officially begins on June 11. We’re open for a warm-up period before then, and access is first-come, first-play.
Players can borrow free soccer balls at the pitch on an honour system — download the Equip Sports app and get started.
Please review the Pitch Rules and Code of Conduct before taking to the field.
In partnership with Canadian Tire Jumpstart Charities
Canadian Tire Jumpstart Charities (Jumpstart) is a national charity committed to helping kids overcome financial and accessibility barriers to sport and recreation in an effort to provide inclusive play for kids of all abilities. With an extensive national network comprising more than 1,000 grantees and 289 local chapters, Jumpstart is dedicated to supporting families in financial need and empowering community partners to develop inclusive programming and infrastructure for all Canadian kids. Supported by the Canadian Tire Corporation, Jumpstart has provided more than 4 million opportunities for Canadian kids to get into the game since 2005. For more information, visit jumpstart.canadiantire.ca.
Pitch HoursWeather permitting
| Day | Hours |
|---|---|
| Monday | 8:00am – 10:00pm |
| Tuesday | 8:00am – 10:00pm |
| Wednesday | 8:00am – 10:00pm |
| Thursday | 8:00am – 10:00pm |
| Friday | 8:00am – 10:00pm |
| Saturday | 8:00am – 10:00pm |
| Sunday | 8:00am – 10:00pm |
Venue
Pitch Rules and Code of Conduct
Rules of Play
- Open to all ages and abilities
- Be respectful and kind to others
- Be careful when playing around
- Be imaginative
- Playing safe and having fun is strongly encouraged
Play Safe
- Appropriate footwear – no metal cleats
- Make space for permitted groups – 1 hour maximum when others are waiting
- First-come first-served when available
- Use at own risk
Care for our Pitch
A shared community space is for everyone. Please help us take care of it.
- No pets
- No alcohol or smoking or vaping
- No glass
- No bikes, scooters or skateboards
- No climbing on goals or fences
Security and Safety
In case of emergency, call 9-1-1. An emergency is any situation that requires immediate assistance from a police officer, a firefighter or a paramedic.
To report any safety or other non-emergency issues, call Harbourfront Centre’s Security Team at 416-520-8552.