Club de soccer le Boréal d'Alma

What Club de soccer le Boréal d'Alma does

Club de soccer le Boréal d'Alma is a Quebec-registered non-profit youth soccer organization founded in 1999 and headquartered at 770 rue Gauthier Ouest in Alma, Quebec. It serves more than 800 registered players across age groups ranging from U4 (starting at age 4) through Senior, delivering year-round programming that includes a summer outdoor season (May–August), a winter indoor futsal season (October–February), day soccer camps, specialized goalkeeper camps, LDIR interregional evaluation camps, and an annual August festival. The club is governed by a Board of Directors (President Sarah Thériault, Vice-President Thomas Coté, Secretary Nadia Desbiens, Treasurer Vincent Bengoufa Maltais, plus three administrators) and operated day-to-day by a small paid staff led by Directeur Général Maxime Pépin-Larocque, with technical direction by Dominic Djemba.

The organization's core technology stack is intentionally lean and consists of third-party SaaS rather than proprietary platforms: SPORDLE handles online member self-registration and fee collection, while SPOND powers group messaging, scheduling, and attendance tracking for registered members. A Datocms-hosted website (socceralma.com) serves as the primary marketing and information surface. The club distributes its services directly to families via self-serve registration and in-person delivery at facilities including Centre Mario Tremblay (indoor synthetic and gymnasiums), the Collège d'Alma outdoor synthetic field, and three neighbourhood fields across Alma.

Revenue is generated almost entirely through seasonal registration and affiliation fees (which the club partially remits to Soccer Québec, Soccer Canada, and the regional association ARS SLSJ), with supplementary income from local sponsorship, day-camp tuition, and a branded merchandise boutique operated in partnership with Influence Sport Québec. Pricing is structured by age tier and session frequency, with summer 2026 season totals ranging from approximately $230 (U4-U6) to $365 (Senior), plus a $275 LDIR competitive surcharge, a $20 late fee after April 6, and a 30% sibling discount from the third child. Payment is accepted by Interac e-transfer only. The club's broader value proposition rests on its 15+ local partners (Ville d'Alma, Desjardins, Tim Hortons, Harnois Énergies, Metro Alma, and others), affiliation with provincial and national soccer governing bodies for insurance and competitive pathways, and a 25-year community track record in the Saguenay-Lac-Saint-Jean region.

Name

Club de soccer le Boréal d'Alma

Legal name

Club de soccer le Boréal d'Alma

Website

https://socceralma.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1999

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Club de soccer le Boréal d'Alma is a Quebec non-profit youth soccer organization founded in 1999, serving 800+ registered players from age 4 to senior across the Saguenay-Lac-Saint-Jean region with year-round seasonal leagues, camps, and interregional competitive play.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Youth soccer club programs and amateur sports services

NAICS

Sports and Recreation Instruction (61162), Sports and Recreation Instruction (611620), Fitness and Recreational Sports Centers (71394)

SIC

Services-Amusement & Recreation Services (7900), Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

Youth & Scholastic Sports Organizations (K–12, AAU, Club Leagues) (MPAKACAF)

akta.pro secondary industries

Club Sports Programs (EDALAIAB), Youth & Amateur Sports Tournaments (MPAGAMAF), Sports Fundraising & Development Services (Foundations, NIL Collectives Support) (MPAKAKAK)

Keywords

• Youth soccer programs
• Recreational soccer leagues
• Competitive soccer leagues
• Youth soccer camps
• Amateur sports club

Headquarters

HQ city

Alma

HQ country

Canada

HQ region

North America

Offices5 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Others, Marketing or Sales, Supply Chain, Technology or R&D

Revenue model

1. Membership and affiliation fees: The club charges seasonal registration fees plus affiliation fees that are distributed to Soccer Québec, Soccer Canada, the regional soccer association (ARS SLSJ), and the club itself. Fees vary by age category and season.
2. Online merchandise boutique: The club operates an online store (in partnership with Influence Sport Québec) selling branded clothing, bags, and accessories. Revenue flows to the supplier; the club earns visibility and potentially a share.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Club de soccer le Boréal d'Alma operates year-round youth soccer programming for 800+ registered members aged 4 through senior, delivered through outdoor summer leagues (May–August) and indoor winter futsal (October–February). The offering is structured by age categories and session frequency (1x, 2x, or 3x per week) and is supplemented by day camps, goalkeeper camps, LDIR competitive evaluation camps, and annual festivals/tournaments. All programming is run as a non-profit community service reinvesting fees back into coaching, equipment, and facilities.

Product overview

Club de soccer le Boréal d'Alma is a non-profit youth soccer organization offering a comprehensive portfolio of programs and services for over 800 members. The core offering consists of seasonal soccer leagues: the Summer Season (outdoor) and Winter Season (indoor futsal) for all age groups from U4 to Senior. Supporting programs include specialized Day Soccer Camps and Goalkeeper Camps for summer and winter, LDIR Evaluation Camps for competitive players, and annual Festivals/Tournaments. The club also provides clothing/equipment distribution, profile photo services, and an online merchandise store. Registration is managed through SPORDLE and communication through SPOND. The organization is affiliated with Soccer Québec and Soccer Canada.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Saison Estivale (Summer Season Registration) Outdoor soccer league programs for players aged 4 to Senior (U4 to U17+), including weekly practices (1x, 2x, or 3x per week) and regional league matches during the May–August summer season. Summer 2026 registration fees range from $230 to $365 total per player depending on age category and session frequency, with a $20 late fee after April 6, 2026.
• Saison Hivernale (Winter Season Registration) Indoor futsal and indoor soccer league programs running October to February, held in gymnasiums and on the indoor synthetic field at Centre Mario Tremblay in Alma. Tiered by age group (TimBits U4–U6, U7–U8, U9–U16) with winter 2025–2026 fees from $260 to $386 total depending on tier.
• Camp Soccer de Jour (Day Soccer Camp) Full-day summer soccer camp offered week-by-week to children aged 7–12 (U7–U13), priced at $160 per week plus a $58 affiliation fee for non-registered players. Includes technical training, optional goalkeeper session, and optional before/after care at $50/week.
• Camp de Gardiens Gardiennes de But (Goalkeeper Camp) Specialized goalkeeper training camps for players aged 10–16 (U10–U16), covering technical skills, theory, physical preparation, and mental training. Winter edition is $125 for 5 sessions (Sundays, November 2025 to February 2026); summer edition is $150 for 1 week (Monday–Thursday, July 28–31, 2026). Limited to 8 participants per session.
• Camp d'évaluation LDIR (LDIR Evaluation Camp) Evaluation camps for the Ligue de Développement Interrégionale (LDIR), the AA-level competitive league, held in February and March for players aspiring to join competitive LDIR teams in U12–U13, U19, and U21 categories.
• Festivals et Tournois (Festivals and Tournaments) Annual regional festivals and tournaments, including the August U4–U12 festival with medal presentations and inter-regional tournaments that host teams from across the Saguenay-Lac-St-Jean region and beyond.
• Boutique en Ligne (Online Merchandise Store) Online merchandise boutique selling branded Boréal clothing, bags, and accessories, operated via partnership with Influence Sport Québec at influencesport.ca/clients/le-boreal-dalma/.

Quantifiable outcome

• Over 800 players served annually across all age groups and seasons.
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers1 record

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration2 records

Partnerships

19 partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Ville d'AlmacoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerThe City of Alma is a key institutional partner, providing facility access, field infrastructure, and municipal support. Alma hosted the 1999 Jeux du Québec which led to the club's founding.
• Proco Metal AlmaminorOthersLocal industrial metal company sponsoring the club through its visibility plan.
• Construction Hardy AlmaminorOthersLocal construction company sponsoring the club through its visibility plan.
• Harnois ÉnergiesminorOthersEnergy company (Harnois) sponsoring the club through its visibility plan.
• Assurances Tremblay-CantinminorOthersInsurance agency (Tremblay-Cantin) sponsoring the club through its visibility plan.
• CAQ — Éric GirardminorOthersMNA for Lac-Saint-Jean (Éric Girard, CAQ) sponsoring the club through its visibility plan.
• Bloc Québécois — Alexis Brunelle-DuceppeminorOthersMP for Lac-Saint-Jean—Chicoutimi (Alexis Brunelle-Duceppe, Bloc Québécois) sponsoring the club through its visibility plan.
• Tim HortonscoreOthersNational coffee chain providing sponsorship for the Timbits program (U4-U8), including uniforms and visibility.
• Pacini AlmaminorOthersItalian restaurant in Alma sponsoring the club through its visibility plan.
• Arpenteurs GTG (Girard Tremblay Gilbert)minorOthersSurveying firm (GTG) sponsoring the club through its visibility plan.
• BPDLminorOthersPartner company (BPDL) sponsoring the club through its visibility plan.
• Lion Bleu (Micro Lion Bleu)minorOthersMicro Lion Bleu (likely a microbrewery or beverage company) sponsoring the club through its visibility plan.
• BauhemminorOthersWebsite design and development company (Bauhem) that designed and sponsors the club's website.
• Metro AlmaminorOthersGrocery store chain (Metro) location in Alma sponsoring the club through its visibility plan.
• Influence Sport QuébeccoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorOnline merchandise provider operating the club's branded e-commerce boutique at influencesport.ca/clients/le-boreal-dalma/.
• Soccer QuébeccoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerProvincial soccer governing body providing insurance coverage, affiliation structure, rules, and strategic plan (2025-2030) for all members.
• Soccer CanadacoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerNational soccer governing body providing insurance, rules, and the Two-Player Rule guidelines for the protection of young athletes.
• Association régionale de soccer du Saguenay Lac-St-Jean (ARS SLSJ)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerRegional soccer association that sanctions and schedules league play, validates registrations, and oversees regional competitions for the Saguenay-Lac-St-Jean territory.
• Espace SoccerminorOthersLocal soccer media/communication outlet in Alma (rue Collard Plaza 2, Alma) providing news coverage, podcast content (Vestiaire avec Michel Thiffault, 92.5 FM), and a merchandise corner for the club.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Broad incumbents

• CF Montréal Academy: Major Quebec-based professional club's youth academy. Comparable in Quebec regional context as a Soccer Canada-affiliated youth pathway, though at a substantially larger scale and with professional-club resources.
• Toronto FC Academy: MLS professional club's youth academy. While operating at a much larger scale and elite tier, comparable as a Soccer Canada-aligned youth development pathway. Represents an aspirational competitive benchmark rather than a head-to-head competitor at the recreational level.

Direct peers

• CS Mont-Royal: Montreal-based non-profit soccer club offering year-round programming from young children to adults. Direct comparable — non-profit membership structure, multi-age programming, and Soccer Quebec affiliation.
• AS Blainville: Quebec-based youth soccer club operating competitive and recreational programs across age groups. Comparable to Le Boréal as a Ligue de Développement Interrégionale (LDIR) participant and member of the Soccer Quebec ecosystem.
• Lakeshore SC: Canadian non-profit youth soccer club on Montreal's West Island offering year-round programming across age groups. Comparable membership model, club structure, and competitive pathway to Le Boréal.
• FC Laval: Quebec soccer club competing in regional and inter-regional leagues. Direct comparable — community-rooted youth soccer organization with Soccer Quebec affiliation and competitive-tier programming.
• North Toronto Nitros SC: Canadian non-profit youth soccer club offering comprehensive developmental and competitive programming. Comparable structure as a Canadian youth soccer club with deep developmental pathways and multi-season offerings.
• CS Saint-Hubert: Long-standing Quebec youth soccer club with full U4-to-senior programming and competitive inter-regional play. Comparable size, structure, and Soccer Quebec affiliation to Le Boréal.

Emerging players

• Rush Soccer Canada: Canadian affiliate of the Rush Soccer network, operating youth clubs across multiple provinces. Comparable as a multi-region youth soccer operator with competitive programming; represents a more scalable/branded alternative model.

Others

• Fête du Lac (community events in Alma): Major community event organizer in Alma, Quebec. Comparable as a non-profit community-serving organization in the same city, offering insight into the local non-profit sponsorship and volunteer ecosystem that Boréal operates within.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/clubsoccerboreal
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/club-de-soccer-le-boreal

Compliance1 record

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles12 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

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