Canada Life International has extended its sponsorship of the Isle of Man Men’s and Women’s Football Leagues for a further three years.
The financial services provider, which employs more than 200 people at its Business Park headquarters in Douglas, has been a headline1 sponsor of the game since 2007 meaning the new agreement will take the partnership to a 20-year milestone.
The sponsorship, in place until the end of the 2027 season, includes: Men’s Premier League; Men’s Combination Division One; Women’s Premier League; Women’s FA Cup; Women’s Floodlit Cup; Women’s Island Team and Player of the Month Awards.
Sean Christian, CEO, Canada Life International, commented: “We are really pleased to be extending our sponsorship of the Isle of Man Football Premier Leagues. Canada Life has supported homegrown football on the island for almost 20 years, and reaching this significant milestone is a testament to the positive relationship we have jointly maintained with the Isle of Man Football Association. Through this renewed partnership, we are proud to build on Canada Life’s commitment to supporting the local communities in which we operate.”
Tony Mepham, President of the Isle of Man Football Association, commented: “We are delighted Canada Life have renewed their sponsorship within Manx Football for the next three seasons. We are so grateful for this ongoing support which makes a huge difference across our local game. We have such a strong working relationship and friendship with Canada Life. Sean and the team are always helping us with new ways to develop the sport for our players, coaches and volunteers. To be nearing a 20 year commitment of support into football is an unbelievable achievement and success story for our local community and we can’t thank them enough.”
Pictured: Left to right – Louis Qualthrough CEO IOMFA, Sean Christian CEO Canada Life International, Tony Mepham President IOMFA
