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(May 25, 2023) I·SPARC is seeking applications for three Director positions, whose terms are expiring in 2023. As a volunteer directed Society, the Indigenous Sport, Physical Activity & Recreation Council (I·SPARC) is seeking individuals who possess an assortment of business skill sets to serve on its board, but who are also representing the following: One individual who is associated with a First Nation Community One individual who is associated with a Métis Chartered Community, One individual who is associated with a British Columbia Aboriginal Friendship Centre, and Applicants should also [...]

The Aboriginal Sport Circle is excited to announce the launch of the 2023 Tom Longboat National Awards nomination period! As a program of the Aboriginal Sport Circle, the Tom Longboat Awards provide a forum for the acknowledging the growth and strength of the Aboriginal sport movement in Canada and its tremendous impact on the sport development from community level participation to elite level competition.Eligibility The Awards typically honour the accomplishments of an athlete within a given program year (September 1st [...]

March 15, 2023 To: Players, Coaches, Volunteers and Fans Re: Junior All Native Tournament I provide this message of encouragement for all who are involved with supporting our young athletes to prepare for and play in the Junior All Native Tournament. To the players, you are to be commended for your dedication to your sport and your team. Remember you are an ambassador for your community, and keep in mind and practice Respect for your coaches, volunteers, officials, and your [...]

Employment Notice: Coordinator, Team BC NAIG The Indigenous Sport, Physical Activity & Recreation Council (I·SPARC) is a provincial organization established for the purpose of improving the health outcomes of Indigenous people by supporting and encouraging physically active individuals, families, and communities. The programs and services delivered by I·SPARC are designed to build capacity and increase access to sport, recreation, and physical activity in First Nations, Aboriginal Friendship Centres, Métis Chartered Communities, schools, and other delivery agencies throughout British Columbia. General [...]

EMPLOYMENT NOTICE Manager, Community Engagement - Food Systems Program The Indigenous Sport, Physical Activity & Recreation Council (I·SPARC) is a provincial organization established for the purpose of improving the health outcomes of Indigenous people by supporting and encouraging physically active individuals, families, and communities. The programs and services delivered by I·SPARC are designed to build capacity and increase access to sport, recreation, and physical activity in First Nations, Aboriginal Friendship Centres, Métis Chartered Communities, schools, and other delivery agencies throughout [...]

EMPLOYMENT NOTICE Program Manager, Food Systems Program Introduction to the Food Systems Program: The Program started in 2009 under the name First Nations Food Systems as part of B.C.’s Access to Produce in Rural and Remote Communities initiative, previously funded by the Ministry of Health and supported by the Ministry of Agriculture. In 2014, the First Nations Health Authority (FNHA) took over funding of the Program and it has been administered by the Heart & Stroke Foundation to date. The [...]