BU RFC Alumni Endowment Fund

BISHOP’S UNIVERSITY

Established in 1843, Bishop’s University has long been regarded as one of Canada’s leading universities when it comes to student satisfaction. Located in the picturesque Eastern Townships of Quebec, the institution is well-known for its undergraduate programs in business and education.

Bishop’s Men’s Rugby

The Men’s Bishop’s University Rugby Football Club (BURFC) was founded by longtime head coach Bill Robson, who led the team to its first conference championship in 1990. Since its first championship, the Gaiters rugby team has added five championship titles to its mantle, in 1992, 1993, 1994, 1998, and 2003. In 2018, the team that conquered the early nineties rugby in Quebec was inducted into the Bishop’s Wall of Distinction at the 25th anniversary of the program.

Notable Alumni:
  • Jack Shaw (Canada, MLR)
  • Louis Millet (MLR)
  • Shane Thompson (Canada)

  

Bishop’s Women’s Rugby

The Bishop’s Gaiters Women’s Rugby team was established in 2013. The team plays in both the RSEQ Women’s Rugby league, and within  U SPORTS Women’s Rugby.

 

 

BU RFC ALUMNI ENDOWMENT FUND

The purpose of the Bishop’s University Alumni Endowment fund is to contribute to the continuous improvement of a high-quality, competitive rugby program. The Fund was established by the Bishop’s Rugby alumni group in January 2025, to financially support both the needs of the Men’s and Women’s Rugby teams, and build the endowment fund to provide a sustained source of funding for the teams’ long-term health and success. Funds will be utilized for player assistance, awards, and bursaries, and will cover operations costs such as transportation, staffing, competition feed, and equipment

All donations are eligible for charitable tax receipts from the Canadian Rugby Foundation.

To support the Bishop’s Rugby teams and make a donation to the BU RFC Alumni Endowment Fund, go here: