Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Who Are We?
The purpose of York Region Lions Football Association is to organize, develop and promote minor football for all youth of York, Simcoe and Durham Region. We use the sport of football to develop leadership and resiliency in all our players. The Lions are part of the Ontario Football Conference (OFC) and host three types of programs: flag (no contact), development tackle and rep tackle (competitive).
Who Can Play?
We welcome boys and girls from all over York Region to our club. Ages are dependent on birth year, and the type of program offered.
Flag: Born between 2012 and 2018
Development Tackle: Born between 2016 and 2017
Rep Tackle: Born between 2007 and 2014
Where Do We Play?
Home games are held at St. Maximillion Kolbe CHS at 278 Wellington St E, Aurora, ON L4G 1J5
Away games are held at various locations in Ontario depending on the OSFL or OFFL schedule.
What Equipment is Required?
Equipment is provided by our club (deposit required, returned at end of season), and is dependent on the program taken. Flag: tshirt/shorts/belt/flags Tackle: shoulder pads/helmet/pants/pads/belt/jersey
Anything loaned out must be returned in order to receive the equipment deposit back.
What is your refund policy?
Our refund policy differs based on season and team. It is also impacted by whether the team is Tackle/ Flag/ Development. For Spring 2026 and Fall 2026 please note as follows:
Spring/Fall 2026 Tackle
Cut from the team: full registration fees less $150 administration fee
Withdraw prior to the first game: 50% of registration fees
Withdraw after the first game: no refund (except for Medical reasons)
Spring/Fall 2026 Flag
Withdraw prior to the beginning of the season: registration fees less $75 administration fee
What are my registration fees spent on?
The cost of running a non-profit sport organization includes: league fees for each season/each team, club insurance, field bookings, emergency practice relocation (due to weather), and gameday trainers, referees, ongoing certification of coaches, equipment re-certification, end of season banquets/celebrations and marketing. The day to day administration of the club is managed by volunteer board members and commissioners.
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