League and Players’ Association announce new four-year Agreement

TORONTO (CFL) -- The Canadian Football League Players Association (CFLPA) and the Canadian Football League (CFL) are pleased to announce a newly ratified Collective Bargaining Agreement. The four-year deal will take effect immediately and will remain in effect through the 2009 CFL season.

• Minimum player salary per team of 3 million dollars.
• Player revenue sharing of 56% of defined team revenues on a league-wide basis.
• Improved pension plan contributions.
• Increased training camp compensation.
• Increased playoff and Grey Cup compensation.
• Active rosters to increase to 42 players.
• Creation of reserve roster of four players.
• Practice roster set at 7 players.
• CFLPA to participate in marketing and licensing.

“The foundation of a strong professional sports League is the healthy relationship between the League and its players,” said CFL Commissioner Tom Wright. “Working closely with the CFLPA, we have reached a long-term agreement that solidifies our partnership with our athletes”.

“From the players’ perspective, we are pleased to reach this agreement, and look forward to the 2006 season and beyond,” said CFLPA President Stu Laird. “This agreement marks a significant achievement for both the League and the CFLPA. We have worked closely with our League partners and will continue to do so to ensure that our game continues to grow and be enjoyed by fans across the country.”


About the Canadian Football League

Building on a strong past toward a stronger future, the Canadian Football League (CFL) celebrates the best of Canada's game with fans across the nation. The 94th Grey Cup will be played in Winnipeg, Manitoba on November 19, 2006.

About the Canadian Football League Players’ Association

The CFLPA was established in 1965 and has represented players in collective bargaining since that time. The CFLPA President is Stu Laird. For more information, visit www.cflpa.com.