Founded in 2011, the Rugby League British Columbia (RLBC) is the governing body for rugby league football in British Columbia, Canada operating under the Canada Rugby League.
The RLBC is a non-profit association and hosts the largest Rugby League Competition in Canada.
The RLBC runs multiple competitions within the province:
The RLBC League (Men and introducing women for 2021)
Rugby 9's Tournament (Men and Women)
Provincial teams (Men and Women)
High School Challenge
RLBC Vision:
“To govern, develop and grow the sport of Rugby League within British Columbia.”
RLBC Mission:
“To develop the sport of Rugby League, stage professional events, deliver commercial value, grow engagement of participation, spectatorship and athlete development with consist Laws and Integrity and to focus on development for the future.”
Values:
Respect
Role models on and off the field
Respect for all players, referees, coaches and volunteers, regardless of ability, age, gender, sexual orientation, religion or ethnicity.
Lead
Provide stability, structure and income for the association
Placing the association above individual and club needs
Embrace inclusivity and diversity
Communicate with transparency and honesty
Build
Connect with stakeholders to build relationships
Build community, stronger together
Grow the game across British Columbia
Collaborate
Work with Members and Stakeholders
Utilize and share skills
Assist support clubs, members, volunteers and supporters to grow the game
Achieve
Operate with professionalism
Evolve and adapt, enhance and innovate with every action
Lead with best practices
Educate and coach to raise the standard