HALIFAX, NS - July 7, 2026 - Today, Halifax Tides FC joins the Northern Super League in recognizing a significant milestone for the league, as APEX, a global investment firm becomes a strategic investor in Canada’s first professional women’s soccer league.

The investment marks the first completed private equity investment in a professional women’s soccer league globally and reflects continued confidence in the growth and future of professional women’s soccer in Canada.

As a founding club of the Northern Super League, Halifax Tides FC has been part of the league’s efforts to establish a sustainable professional pathway for women’s soccer across the country. Club president Val Malone is available to discuss what the announcement means for the league, Halifax Tides FC and the continued growth of the sport in Canada.

“From the beginning, Halifax has believed in the vision of the Northern Super League and the opportunity to build something meaningful for players, supporters and communities across Canada,” said Val Malone, president of Halifax Tides FC. “This investment reflects confidence in the league’s future and the work being done across all of our markets. With the continued growth of soccer in Canada and the FIFA Women’s World Cup on the horizon, there is a tremendous opportunity to build on this momentum and inspire the next generation of players and supporters. We’re proud to be part of that growth and look forward to what comes next.”

For more details of APEX's strategic investment in the Northern Super League, see full details here.  

About Halifax Tides FC
Halifax Tides FC is a professional soccer club based in Halifax, Nova Scotia, competing in the Northern Super League. The Tides are dedicated to growing the game of soccer in Atlantic Canada, promoting inclusivity, and inspiring the next generation of players and fans.

Media Contact
Marilyn Burke
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Halifax Tides FC
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