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Apply Now! July 23 - August 1, 2019Pearson College, Victoria, BC13-18 Years Participants take part in a 10-day leadership camp where they are introduced to detailed training in aquatics, lifetime leadership, nutrition and fitness. This program encourages participants to create a personal vision by providing opportunities in the areas of aquatics, lifesaving, scuba diving, first aid and recreational leadership. The Aboriginal Youth First program uses sport and recreation to teach job skills, increase self-esteem, develop leadership skills and promote healthy [...]

Calls for Bids 2021 National Aboriginal Hockey Championships   The Aboriginal Sport Circle (ASC) is excited to announce the call for bids for the 20th Annual National Aboriginal Hockey Championships (NAHC). The Aboriginal Sport Circle established the National Aboriginal Hockey Championships in 2002 to serve as the premiere competition for young Aboriginal hockey players in Canada. It provides a forum for elite Bantam/Midget aged Aboriginal male and female youth and attracts participation from First Nation, Inuit and Metis across thirteen [...]

I·SPARC Honours Provincial Recipients of the Premier’s Awards for Indigenous Youth Excellence in Sport 12 Outstanding Athletes Receive Prestigious Award at Gathering Our Voices Opening Ceremony Port Alberni, B.C. (March 20, 2019) – The Premier’s Awards for Indigenous Youth Excellence in Sport were presented last night to twelve outstanding Indigenous youth athletes from across British Columbia. The Awards were presented by the Honourable Scott Fraser, Minister of Indigenous Relations and Reconciliation during a formal celebration held during the opening ceremony [...]

Registration now extended to midnight, Sunday, March 24th  I∙SPARC is pleased to announce its Team BC Coaching Staff and to announce that registration is open for the Player Selection Camp to select Indigenous athletes to Team BC to participate in the 2019 National Aboriginal Hockey Championships (NAHC). About the National Aboriginal Hockey Championships (NAHC) The NAHC provides a forum for elite Bantam/Midget age Aboriginal hockey players from across Canada. The event aids in fostering cultural unity and pride and celebrates [...]

2018 marked the 10th anniversary of the Aboriginal Sport, Recreation and Physical Activity Strategy. It is with great pride that we reflect on the important work that has taken place over the past decade and celebrate the transformative change in the health and well-being of Indigenous people across BC, resulting from our shared efforts. We are pleased to share with you I∙SPARC’s 10 Year Stewardship Report. Rick Brant Executive Director I∙SPARC

STRATEGY RENEWAL SURVEY As we look to renew the 2008 Aboriginal Sport, Recreation and Physical Activity Strategy and continue to build on the strengths of I·SPARC, we have undertaken a comprehensive engagement process to gain perspectives on Indigenous sport and healthy living from individuals, communities, leaders, and stakeholders. To complement the 2018 Regional Engagement Meetings, which took place in late October and November, this survey is designed to enhance the information gathered to date. Your feedback is important to this [...]

ISPARC is pleased to present this provincial athlete development camp in partnership with the Tk’emlúps te Secwepemc and the BC Wrestling Association. Please wear proper indoor shoes and comfortable clothing for physical activity. Instruction will be based on age and wrestling experience. Sanctioned event by BC Wrestling with facilitator Greg Edgelow (1994 Commonwealth Games Gold Medalist, Olympian and National Champion). REGISTRATION: Who: BC Indigenous Youth (all genders). All levels welcome from beginners to experienced wrestlers. Ages: 10 - 18 When: [...]