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Soccer and newcomers: building community in Canada
How a soccer club helps newcomers build friendships, routines and belonging in Kitchener-Waterloo.
By Waterloo City FCOctober 13, 20265 MIN READ
In this article
Starting over in a new country asks a lot of a family. Between work, paperwork and everything new, health and friendships can fall behind. Waterloo City FC was founded by Brazilians who are now Canadian citizens and who know this well.
What a club can offer a newcomer
| Need | How soccer helps |
|---|---|
| Friendships | Weekly games with the same people |
| Routine | A fixed day and place each week |
| Language practice | Informal conversation in a relaxed setting |
| Health | Regular movement through the winter |
| Belonging | A team and a community to cheer for |
For the whole family
Frequently asked questions
Do I need to speak English well?
No. Soccer is a shared language, and our team speaks several.