{"id":921523,"date":"2026-10-05T13:14:10","date_gmt":"2026-10-05T13:14:10","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ca\/921523\/"},"modified":"2026-10-05T13:14:10","modified_gmt":"2026-10-05T13:14:10","slug":"cf-montreal-players-help-open-new-multisport-mini-pitch-in-cowansville","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ca\/921523\/","title":{"rendered":"CF Montr\u00e9al players help open new multisport mini-pitch in Cowansville"},"content":{"rendered":"

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CF Montr\u00e9al players, local youth and representatives gather for the ribbon-cutting at Cowansville\u2019s new multisport mini-pitch, developed through a partnership between the Fondation Impact de Montr\u00e9al and the city. (Photo courtesy of the City of Cowansville)<\/p>\n

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Young people in Cowansville have a new place to play following the inauguration of a multisport mini-pitch built through a partnership between the Fondation Impact de Montr\u00e9al and the city.<\/p>\n

CF Montr\u00e9al first-team players joined municipal representatives and students from Massey-Vanier\u2019s soccer study-sport program for the opening, according to a city announcement published Oct. 1.<\/p>\n

Coaches from the club\u2019s soccer schools led a sports clinic for local youth. Participants then had the chance to play friendly matches alongside first-team players.<\/p>\n

The project comes during Cowansville\u2019s 150th anniversary year. Acting mayor and municipal councillor St\u00e9phane Lussier described the facility as a lasting contribution to the community.<\/p>\n

\u201cIn this year of the city\u2019s 150th anniversary, this project represents an important legacy for residents,\u201d Lussier said in the announcement, translated from French. \u201cIt contributes to our community\u2019s quality of life while encouraging physical activity.\u201d<\/p>\n

Lussier also thanked the foundation for choosing Cowansville and the municipal teams that helped carry out the project.<\/p>\n

The foundation handled the mini-pitch\u2019s design and installation, while the city completed the preparatory work needed to accommodate it.<\/p>\n

Measuring 36 metres by 18 metres, the facility has a modular galvanized-steel structure designed for safety and durability.<\/p>\n

It includes two certified goals with secure anchors, benches and an integrated lighting system.<\/p>\n

The announcement describes the mini-pitch as a safe, accessible space where young people can take part in physical activity.<\/p>\n

Foundation president Carmie Saputo said the project reflects the organization\u2019s aim of creating places that bring young people together and improve access to sport.<\/p>\n

\u201cThrough this project, we hope to leave a lasting legacy in the Cowansville community and offer a space where the next generation can learn, thrive and reach its full potential through sport,\u201d Saputo said.<\/p>\n

Cowansville\u2019s mini-pitch is the fourth inaugurated during the second phase of the foundation\u2019s multisport mini-pitch program, which calls for 10 new installations in communities across Quebec.<\/p>\n

It follows facilities in Les Coteaux, Val-des-Bois and Sainte-Agathe-des-Monts.<\/p>\n

The foundation says the program aims to expand access to sport, encourage healthy habits and support young people in communities where sports infrastructure is limited or unavailable.<\/p>\n

Founded in 2013, the Fondation Impact de Montr\u00e9al organizes and supports activities intended to improve the quality of life of children and families from vulnerable backgrounds. Providing sports facilities is part of its work to promote physical activity and social inclusion.<\/p>\n

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