HAMILTON, ONT. – (Nov. 2, 2026) – Forge FC goalkeeper Dimitry Bertaud has been named one of three finalists for the Canadian Premier League’s Golden Glove Award, recognizing the league’s top goalkeeper during the 2026 CPL Regular Season.
Bertaud, 28, delivered an outstanding first season with Forge FC, establishing himself as one of the CPL’s premier goalkeepers through his consistency, commanding presence and exceptional shot-stopping ability. The Forge shot-stopper led all CPL goalkeepers in fewest goals conceded per 90 minutes (0.74), allowing just one goal every 122 minutes. He recorded 10 clean sheets in 23 regular-season starts, posting a league-best clean-sheet rate of 43 percent. Bertaud also led the league with a 93.3 percent save rate on shots from outside the box, while ranking second in overall save percentage (72.1 percent) and save percentage on shots from inside the box (65.2 percent). His performances were instrumental in helping Forge establish one of the league’s strongest defensive units, earning him a nomination for the 2026 CPL Golden Glove award.
The Golden Glove Award winner will be decided through voting by technical leadership from all eight CPL clubs as well as select media members who consistently covered the 2026 CPL Regular Season. The recipient will be announced at the 2026 CPL Awards ceremony on Thursday, Nov. 19.
The winner of the Golden Glove Award will receive a unique piece of Inuit soapstone art, conceived by artist Kellipalik Etidloie and carved by Ruben Komangapik. The Canadian Inuit Dog statue is awarded annually to the CPL goalkeeper voted best at his position because the Canadian Inuit Dog and goalkeepers are, similarly, protectors who play vital roles in guarding their communities.