CFL Grey Cup Champions: Teams with the Most Titles in History

The Toronto Argonauts have once again claimed the Grey Cup, emerging victorious over the Winnipeg Blue Bombers with a decisive 41-24 win. Led by Nick Arbuckle and a stellar defensive effort that intercepted Zach Collaros four times, Toronto solidified its dominance in Canadian football.

This victory marks the Argonauts’ 19th Grey Cup championship, the most by any active team in CFL history. Their title count places them well ahead of the Edmonton Elks (formerly Eskimos), who sit second with 14 championships.

Most Grey Cup Wins by Active Teams

• Toronto Argonauts: 19 titles from 25 appearances (Winning %: .760, Last Win: 2024)
• Edmonton Elks/Eskimos: 14 titles from 23 appearances (Winning %: .609, Last Win: 2015)
• Winnipeg Blue Bombers: 12 titles from 29 appearances (Winning %: .414, Last Win: 2021)
• Hamilton Tiger-Cats: 8 titles from 22 appearances (Winning %: .364, Last Win: 1999)
• Calgary Stampeders: 8 titles from 17 appearances (Winning %: .471, Last Win: 2018)
• Montreal Alouettes: 8 titles from 19 appearances (Winning %: .421, Last Win: 2023)
• BC Lions: 6 titles from 10 appearances (Winning %: .600, Last Win: 2011)
• Saskatchewan Roughriders: 4 titles from 19 appearances (Winning %: .211, Last Win: 2013)
• Ottawa Redblacks: 1 title from 3 appearances (Winning %: .333, Last Win: 2016)

Defunct/Amateur Teams with Grey Cup Titles

Notable historical teams like the Ottawa Rough Riders lead the now-defunct clubs with 9 titles. Queen’s University stands out as the only team with an undefeated Grey Cup record, winning all three of their appearances between 1922-1924.

Three-Peats in CFL History

Five teams have managed to secure three consecutive Grey Cups:

1. University of Toronto Varsity Blues (1909, 1910, 1911)
2. Queen’s University (1922, 1923, 1924)
3. Toronto Argonauts (1945, 1946, 1947)
4. Edmonton Eskimos (1954, 1955, 1956)
5. Edmonton Eskimos again, achieving a remarkable five-peat (1978-1982).

The Toronto Argonauts’ historic 19 championships not only establish their legacy but also set the benchmark for greatness in Canadian football. As they continue to dominate, fans can expect more memorable moments from this iconic team.