50/50 RAFFLE LAUNCHES IN ONTARIO TO SUPPORT ATHLETES AND COACHES ON THE ROAD TO GLASGOW 2026

Commonwealth Sport Canada Foundation is proud to announce the launch of the official Commonwealth Team Canada 50/50 Raffle, a national fundraising initiative designed to support Commonwealth Team Canada athletes and coaches preparing for the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow and other international competitions.

Launching today in Ontario, the raffle gives Canadians a chance to win 50 percent of a growing jackpot while directly supporting Team Canada athletes and coaches as they train, travel and compete on the world stage.

The raffle runs from April 8 to August 3, 2026, with additional provinces expected to join the initiative.

“Canadian athletes continue to inspire our country through their dedication, resilience and performance on the world stage,” said Claire Carver-Dias, President of Commonwealth Sport Canada. “At the same time, the Canadian sport system is facing real challenges, from rising training and travel costs to increasing demands on athletes and coaches. This 50/50 Raffle is a way for Canadians to rally behind our athletes and play a direct role in supporting their journey to the Commonwealth Games.”

Every ticket purchased helps provide critical resources that enable Commonwealth Team Canada athletes and coaches to prepare for international competition, including training environments, coaching support, sport science services, and travel to qualifying events and championships.

“At its core, this initiative is about bringing Canadians together behind the athletes who represent our country,” said Pradeep Sood, President of Commonwealth Sport Canada Foundation. “When Canadians buy a ticket, they are not just entering to win, they are investing in the future of Canadian sport and helping our athletes perform at their best.”

Participants can purchase ticket bundles starting at five tickets for $10, with larger bundles available to increase chances of winning as the jackpot grows with every ticket sold.

The 50/50 Raffle is part of a broader effort to strengthen support for athletes within Canada’s evolving sport system and ensure they have the resources needed to compete and succeed internationally.

Residents across Ontario can now purchase tickets online and help grow the jackpot while supporting Commonwealth Team Canada.

Support Commonwealth Team Canada. Win big. Make an impact.

Tickets and full details are available at: cwsport5050.ca