The BC Lions have kicked off their annual tour of school programs, bringing community initiatives to students across British Columbia [1]. The tour, which began in January 2026, will see Lions players visiting schools in various regions, including the Okanagan, Cariboo, Duncan, and Victoria [4, 5].
Community Engagement on Vancouver Island and Beyond
From January 27 to 29, Lions players visited schools in Duncan, delivering the "Energy Champions" program [4]. This program focuses on educating elementary students about environmental responsibility [4]. The team's outreach extends beyond Vancouver Island, with visits planned for Kelowna, Vernon, Kamloops, and Prince George in the coming months [5]. These school visits are a returning feature for 2026, demonstrating the club's continued commitment to community engagement [1].
LaPolice Focuses on Flag Football
While the BC Lions engage with communities across British Columbia, CFL coach Paul LaPolice continues his work with the Canadian men’s national flag football team [2, 3]. LaPolice is preparing the team for a busy 2026 schedule, which includes identification camps across Canada [2]. In March, 18 players and six staff members will head to an Olympic training site in San Diego for a week of intensive training [2]. A final team of 18 to 20 players will be selected sometime in April or May [2]. The Canadians also anticipate participating in a tournament in June, although the details are still being finalized [2]. LaPolice emphasizes the importance of providing players with opportunities to learn and develop their skills in the sport [2].
TL;DR
- The BC Lions have commenced their annual tour of school programs across British Columbia for 2026 [1].
- Lions players are delivering the "Energy Champions" program in Duncan, teaching elementary students about environmental responsibility [4].
- The tour includes visits to schools in Kelowna, Vernon, Kamloops, and Prince George [5].
- Paul LaPolice is actively preparing the Canadian men's national flag football team for a busy 2026 schedule, including training camps and tournaments [2].