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BISHOP’S UNIVERSITY<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

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Established in 1843, Bishop\u2019s University has long been regarded as one of Canada\u2019s leading\u00a0universities 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.<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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Bishop’s Men’s Rugby<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

The Men’s Bishop\u2019s 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\u2019s Wall of Distinction at the 25th anniversary of the program.<\/p>\n

Notable Alumni:<\/strong><\/div>\n
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  • Jack Shaw (Canada, MLR)<\/li>\n
  • Louis Millet (MLR)<\/li>\n
  • Shane Thompson (Canada)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

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    Bishop’s Women’s Rugby<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

    Established in 1985-86, the Bishop’s University Women’s Rugby program competes in the RSEQ league and as a member of U SPORTS. The program’s driven athletes are some of the most fearless and supportive on campus. In its 30+ years of activity, the program has proven itself as a true representation of what it means to be a Gaiter.<\/p>\n

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    BU RFC ALUMNI ENDOWMENT FUND<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

    The purpose of the Bishop\u2019s 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\u2019s Rugby alumni group in January 2025, to financially support both the needs of the Men\u2019s and Women\u2019s Rugby teams, and build the endowment fund to provide a sustained source of funding for the teams\u2019 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<\/p>\n

    All donations are eligible for charitable tax receipts from the Canadian Rugby Foundation.<\/p>\n

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