Cavalry FC, the Canadian Premier League side, narrowly lost out on a place in the CONCACAF Champions Cup after a 2-1 loss versus Atletico Ottawa. The club's owner, Linda Southern-Heathcott, is a well-known figure in the Canadian sporting scene. She is also the chief of Spruce Meadows, one of the premier stages on the equestrian calendar. Southern-Heathcott's family has a multi-billion dollar business empire, but they are committed to investing in Canada. The Southern-Heathcott empire is dominated by equestrianism, but football is a growing part of their business. Cavalry FC was founded in 2018 and has quickly become a competitive force in the Canadian Premier League. The club's home stadium is part of the Spruce Meadows complex, which is being developed into a 365-day venue with retail and eateries. Southern-Heathcott is turning her thoughts to a legacy project, which could include a concert hall, hotel, or Nordic spa. The sports hub tried to become one of the team base camp hosts for next year's Fifa World Cup, but space is now at a premium. Southern-Heathcott's patriotic approach to business is refreshing, and her commitment to Canada is clear. She believes in being globally outlooking, but also in investing in Canadians. The US is spreading north into Canada, with half of the Premier League clubs boasting significant US ownership. But Southern-Heathcott is bucking the trend, and her focus on Canada is admirable. Cavalry FC's loss in the league finals was a setback, but the club will be back stronger next season. With Southern-Heathcott at the helm, the future looks bright for Cavalry FC and the Spruce Meadows empire.