Our Sanctioning Partner:
Ontario Jiu-Jitsu Association (OJA)
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The Canadian Universities Jiu-Jitsu Association (CUJA) is proud to be officially sanctioned and supported by the Ontario Jiu-Jitsu Association (OJA) — the recognized provincial governing body for Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu in Ontario.
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This partnership is not just symbolic. It provides CUJC and all our affiliated universities with an unmatched level of legitimacy, structure, and credibility. With OJA’s backing, CUJC becomes the first intercollegiate BJJ championship in Canadian history to be backed by a certified athletic body.
What OJA Brings to CUJC:
Sanctioned Competition Standards:
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All matches at CUJC will follow official OJA rulesets and regulations, ensuring fairness, consistency, and safety across every division.
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Certified Referees & Oversight: OJA-trained and certified referees will officiate the competition, guaranteeing professionalism on the mats and accountability throughout the event.
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Athlete Safety & Compliance: Every competitor will be held to provincial safety standards and eligibility requirements, ensuring a safe environment for all participants.
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Pathways to Competitive Growth: With OJA’s involvement, CUJC becomes a stepping stone to higher levels of competition, offering student-athletes real opportunities for advancement in the sport.
Why This Matters?
OJA’s support represents more than technical oversight; it’s an endorsement of what CUJA is building:
A national, student-led initiative that empowers young athletes, builds community across campuses, and provides a legitimate platform for Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu to thrive at the university level.
By bringing the sport under formal governance, CUJA and OJA are together creating a blueprint for the future of collegiate martial arts in Canada. This is not just a championship, it’s a historic collaboration that redefines what university sports can be.