Ottawa Wolves RFC
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The Ottawa Wolves are a Inclusive Rugby Football Club in Canada’s National Capital. The Wolves expanded in 2013 with the introduction of a women’s side.
The Ottawa Wolves form a Rugby Football Club for men and women in Canada’s National Capital Region. The Club was founded by Carl Pilon and Jay Smidt in 2008 with the mission to promote and encourage participation in rugby among those who have traditionally been under-represented in the game. The team members are predominantly part of the LGBTQA community, but diverse in its make-up, and inclusive of everyone. The club fielded its first side in the Eastern Ontario Rugby Union (EORU) Men’s Division II in 2009. That same year, the Wolves became a member of the International Gay Rugby association. In 2010, 2012, 2014, and 2016 the Wolves traveled all over the world to take part in the Bingham Cup, on of the world’s largest amateur gay rugby tournaments. During the very first tournament, in Minneapolis, the Wolves competed in the Bingham Spoon division but ultimately lost in the final. Two years later, the Wolves claimed the Hoagland Tribute Cup Consolation Prize at Bingham Cup VI in Machester, England. In 2014, the team traveled across the entire world to Sydney Australia to reach the Finals of the Hoagland Cup, and in 2016 claimed the Hoagland Jug with a victory over the Toronto Muddy York in Nashville. Join us on the pitch in Eastern Ontario this year. Come try out our practices, watch our games and maybe even play by our side. We’re always recruiting new and experienced players!
10/06/2026
UPCOMING MATCH 🍂 🏉
The pack will be kicking off against the Carleton Ravens on Thursday evening. Come out and support the pack!
📍 Ken Steele Park
🗓️ October 8
⏰ 6:30PM
🏉 Carleton Ravens Men’s Rugby
Rugby Ontario Eastern Ontario Rugby Union
10/03/2026
CHAMPIONS 🏆
The Ottawa Wolves RFC are the 2026 Beaver Bowl Champions!
Congratulations to the pack on this achievement in Montréal today.
IGR International Gay Rugby Rugby Ontario Eastern Ontario Rugby Union
10/03/2026
FINALS BOUND
The pack is heading to the finals at Beaver Bowl! One last match against Toronto Muddy York RFC 🇨🇦
🏉 15:30 vs. Toronto Muddy York
IGR International Gay Rugby Rugby Ontario Eastern Ontario Rugby Union
10/03/2026
Starting XV 🦫🏉
Meet the starting XV for Beaver Bowl! Best of luck to the pack as they take on the Armada Montréal RFC and Toronto Muddy York RFC in Montréal!
Eastern Ontario Rugby Union Rugby Ontario
10/02/2026
✨Beaver Bowl - Schedule✨
The schedule is set for this Saturday in Montreal!
🏉 11:15 vs. Toronto Muddy York RFC
🏉 11:45 vs. Armada Montréal RFC
IGR International Gay Rugby Rugby Ontario Eastern Ontario Rugby Union
09/30/2026
BEAVER BOWL 🏉🍁
The pack is heading to Montreal this weekend for Beaver Bowl 2026! This tournament brings together three IGR clubs for a weekend of competition, community, and plenty of rugby.
🗓️ October 3
⏰ 11am - 5pm
📍 Parc MacKenzie-King (4905 Avenue Saint-Kevin, Montréal)
IGR International Gay Rugby Armada Montréal RFC Toronto Muddy York RFC Eastern Ontario Rugby Union Rugby Ontario Rugby Québec
09/26/2026
A big congratulations to our two players on making their RSEQ debut with the Carleton Ravens!
We’re so proud to see you take this next step in your rugby journey and compete at the university level!
Ravens Rugby Eastern Ontario Rugby Union Rugby Ontario
09/11/2026
Mark Kendall Bingham - September 11th, 2001 🕊️
25 years later, we remember Mark Bingham and the 2,977 people who tragically lost their lives on September 11, 2001. Mark was openly gay and played rugby for the San Francisco Fog and the Gotham Knights.
On the morning of September 11th, Mark was travelling home to San Francisco aboard United Flight 93. Having overslept, he nearly missed his flight and was the last passenger to board, even asking to hold the door for him.
Approximately 46 minutes into the flight, Flight 93 was hijacked. After learning what was happening on the ground, Mark and fellow passengers made the courageous decision to fight back and attempt to regain control of the aircraft by storming the cockpit. Their actions prevented the plane from reaching its intended target in Washington, D.C. Flight 93 ultimately crashed near Shanksville, Pennsylvania.
Mark Bingham’s courage and selflessness became part of a story that continues to inspire generations including an international rugby community.
Today, the IGR comes together to remember Mark, honour his legacy, and remember all those whose lives were taken that day. The Mark Kendall Memorial Tournament was established 2002 in his honour.
📸 National Park Service
IGR Bingham & Amanda Mark Cup
09/02/2026
Rugby 101 🏉
Our Rugby 101 session is open to everyone and no previous rugby experience is required! Whether you’re completely new to the sport or just looking to brush up on the fundamentals, we’d love to have you out for a fun evening of rugby!
What to bring: Water bottle. Cleats are preferred but outdoor running shoes are okay!
What to wear: Activewear
📍Ken Steele Park (1195 Ogilvie Road)
🗓️ Thursday, September 3
⏰ 6:00-8:00PM
DM us for all other questions!
IGR International Gay Rugby Rugby Ontario Eastern Ontario Rugby Union
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