For over 150 years, Canadian football has maintained its unique characteristics that distinguish it from other professional  leagues . One of these defining features is the placement of field goal posts and the size of the field, which have been cornerstones of the game's identity. Changing these elements would mean losing a part of our rich sporting heritage, a tradition that has been cherished by generations of fans and players alike.

The Canadian Football League (CFL) stands on the brink of making significant changes that could permanently alter the spirit of the game. The suggestion to move the field goal posts to the back of the end zones and to modify the field size undermines the essence of the CFL — a league that prides itself on its distinctive style and strategic dimensions. Importantly, it also risks diminishing the role of rouges, a strategic and thrilling component of the game that often determines the outcome in those final, exciting moments.

Preservation of these rules is not just about maintaining tradition; it is about honoring the culture and history of Canadian football. Many fans and stakeholders believe that these changes would steer the game away from the strategic choices that players and coaches have finely tuned over the decades. Moving the goalposts would disrupt the close fourth-quarter contests that fans so relish and could alter the fundamental strategy of the game.

Furthermore, fans engage with the CFL because of its historical and cultural touches. The placement of goalposts at the front of the end zones creates thrilling plays that are unique to Canadian football and contributes to its identity. Changing these would not only change the look of the game but could also alter its inherent strategies and the exciting unpredictability associated with its play.

We urge the CFL to carefully consider the implications of such changes and to prioritize the voices of the fans and players who hold the game's tradition close to their hearts. Let's keep Canadian football's identity intact by retaining the current placement of field goal posts and the size of the field, while preserving the valued Rouge.

Sign this petition if you believe in preserving the heritage and essence of Canadian football. Let's protect our time-honored traditions and keep the spirit of the game alive!