programming has transitioned as of Spring 2026 to the Football Canada 5v5 Flag Rulebook, creating greater consistency across every field, city and level
of competition.

Winter Flag Football is here. It's Time to:

What this means

Young flag football players celebrating

National Standard

All games will be officiated using the Football Canada rule set

Referee officiating a flag football game

Consistent Officiating

Rules and interpretations will be enforced consistently across locations

Flag football team huddle on the field

Aligned Gameplay

Athletes, coaches and officials will have a clearer, standardized structure for gameplay

Important note

Select locations may continue using modified RISE rules within RISE divisions. However, all Provincial games will follow the Football Canada 5v5 Flag Rulebook.

*Please note: The RISE modification rules apply to select locations only. Contact your local city operator to confirm which rules apply or if you have any questions.

Flag football game in progress