Victoria Junior A Shamrocks Submit Bid to Host the 2027 Minto Cup

by Rod Wood

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Victoria, BC – June 2026

The Victoria Junior A Shamrocks are proud to announce the official submission of their bid to host the

prestigious 2027 Minto Cup, Canada's National Junior A Lacrosse Championship.

As one of the most historic and successful organizations in Canadian lacrosse, the Victoria Junior A

Shamrocks believe Vancouver Island provides an exceptional stage to showcase the highest level of

junior lacrosse while celebrating the rich traditions and passionate community that have supported the

sport for generations.

The proposed championship would be hosted at the Q Centre in the Westshore, British Columbia,

bringing together the nation's top Junior A teams, their families, supporters, and lacrosse fans from across

Canada.

The bid is backed by strong community support, including partnerships with local governments, tourism

organizations, Songhees First Nations , local businesses, volunteers, and the broader lacrosse

community throughout Greater Victoria and Vancouver Island.

"The Minto Cup represents the pinnacle of Junior A lacrosse in Canada," said a representative of the

Victoria Junior A Shamrocks Bid Committee. "Our organization has a proud history of competing for

national championships, and we are excited about the opportunity to welcome the best players, coaches,

and fans in the country to Vancouver Island. This event would not only showcase elite lacrosse but also

highlight our incredible community and the growing impact of the sport in our region."

The 2027 bid highlights Victoria's proven ability to host major sporting events, supported by quality

accommodations, transportation infrastructure, dedicated volunteers, and a passionate lacrosse fan base.

The organizing committee has developed a comprehensive event plan focused on delivering an

exceptional experience for athletes, officials, sponsors, and spectators while creating a lasting legacy for

the sport.

Hosting the Minto Cup would generate significant economic benefits for the region through tourism, hotel

stays, dining, entertainment, and local business engagement while inspiring the next generation of

lacrosse players throughout British Columbia.

The Victoria Junior A Shamrocks would like to thank the many organizations, community leaders,

volunteers, and partners who have contributed to the development of the bid and continue to support the

vision of bringing the 2027 Minto Cup to Vancouver Island.

The bid has now been formally submitted to the British Columbia Junior A Lacrosse League for

consideration.

About the Victoria Junior A Shamrocks

The Victoria Junior A Shamrocks are one of Canada's premier junior lacrosse organizations, with a

long-standing tradition of excellence, player development, and national championship success. The club

has produced numerous professional, collegiate, and national team athletes while serving as a

cornerstone of the lacrosse community on Vancouver Island.

Media Contact

Victoria Junior A Shamrocks – Rod Wade General Manager

Email: gm@jrshamrocks.com