Valour FC, one of the Canadian Premier League’s original franchises, is closing shop.

The Winnipeg-based team — owned by the Winnipeg Football Club, the non-profit, community-owned organization that runs the CFL’s Blue Bombers — has been on shaky ground for some time.

In April 2024, the Bombers reported that Valour had lost $1.25 million the previous year, noting the club’s finances continued to be uncertain.

In 2022, the Bombers reported a $950,000 loss from operating the soccer team.

The football team was not on the WFC’s books this year.

The Canadian Premier League agreed to cover the club’s operating costs in 2024 with a loan, with a similar agreement in place this season.

“Valour FC’s ownership informed the Canadian Premier League of its intention to suspend operations following

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