AFL Canada is seeking qualified applicants for the position of Northern Lights Head Coach.
The Head Coach is responsible for advancing the performance of the Canada Women’s National Team and is integral to AFL Canada’s High Performance Program.
The successful candidate will lead the coaching, training, skill development, and selection of athletes through the current international cycle.
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Please forward your application, including your coaching history, CV, cover letter, and anything else that you think would demonstrate your suitability for the position to hr@aflcanada.com by July 12, 2025.
AFL Canada would like to thank outgoing Head Coach Tricia Rolfe for her long-standing dedication and commitment to the Northern Lights.
Since being appointed in 2020, Tricia steered the team through the challenges of the pandemic, grew participation in the Midnight Suns Development program, and led the side to success on the international stage.
Having represented Canada throughout her playing career, Tricia coached the Northern Lights to victory at the 2023 Parallel Cup as well as a third place finish at the 2024 Transatlantic Cup where the Lights defeated 7-year champions Ireland in the group stage.
The Northern Lights are Canada’s National Women’s Team and operate as part of AFL Canada’s High Performance Program. The team has represented Canada at every International Cup, winning the 2014 tournament and finishing second in 2017.
The Northern Lights play an important role in the growth of Women’s footy at all levels by providing year-round development resources, high-level training opportunities, and international competition.
About AFL Canada
AFL Canada is the AFL-sanctioned National Governing Body committed to promoting, growing, and developing the sport of Australian Football in Canada. Since 1989, AFL Canada has supported clubs, leagues, and provincial associations through program development, resources, national and international events, tournaments, marketing, and other strategic initiatives. As the recognized AFL International Affiliate, AFL Canada is motivated to ensure the game can prosper and progress through all formats, levels, and competitions across the country.
