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2022 Premier’s Awards for Indigenous Youth Excellence in Sport announcement

Ten Outstanding Indigenous Athletes Receive Prestigious Award Traditional Territory of the lək̓ʷəŋən peoples / Victoria B.C. (December 14, 2023) – The Indigenous Sport, Physical Activity and Recreation Council (I·SPARC) is pleased to announce the 10 outstanding athletes named as provincial recipients of the 2022 Premier’s Awards for Indigenous Youth Excellence in Sport. Kalezafar Lawrence (Penelakut Tribe): Lacrosse / Penticton, BC Brooke Hall-Eckes (Tsartlip and Métis): Softball / Penticton, BC Kynan Haintz (Hwlitsum First Nation): Wrestling / Pitt Meadows, BC Kayla [...]

By |2024-01-04T10:20:52-07:00December 14th, 2023|Comments Off on 2022 Premier’s Awards for Indigenous Youth Excellence in Sport announcement
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Call for Nominations – 2023 Premier’s Awards for Indigenous Youth Excellence in Sport

I·SPARC Launches Nomination Process to Honour High-Achieving Indigenous Youth Athletes in B.C. Traditional Territory of the lək̓ʷəŋən peoples / Victoria, B.C. (October 23, 2023) – In collaboration with the Province of British Columbia, the Indigenous Sport, Physical Activity & Recreation Council (I·SPARC) is launching the nomination process for the 2023 Premier’s Awards for Indigenous Youth Excellence in Sport. The Premier’s Awards honours and uplifts Indigenous youth athletes who have achieved excellence in performance sport and are regarded for their leadership [...]

By |2023-12-11T15:41:10-07:00October 23rd, 2023|Comments Off on Call for Nominations – 2023 Premier’s Awards for Indigenous Youth Excellence in Sport
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Honouring National Day for Truth and Reconciliation

On National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, the Indigenous Sport, Physical Activity and Recreation Council (I·SPARC) and our sector partners encourage athletes/participants, coaches, community leaders, volunteers, and organizations across the province to utilize their platforms to amplify stories of how sport and physical activity can be a bridge towards reconciliation. I·SPARC stands at the intersection of holistic health, culture, and unity and recognizes the profound impact that we all can have in the journey towards reconciliation. Breaking Down Barriers, Building [...]

By |2024-01-04T10:20:05-07:00September 29th, 2023|Comments Off on Honouring National Day for Truth and Reconciliation
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Apply for the FitNation 2023 Winter Forum

Join the Indigenous Sport, Physical Activity and Recreation Council (I·SPARC) the ever-growing network of FitNation leaders delivering programs across BC by joining us at the FitNation 2023 Winter Forum from Dec. 5-7 at the Marriott Vancouver Airport Hotel.    Applications are now being accepted now by following the link https://isparchl.ca/form/login?session and creating an account to get started on your FitNation journey! All selected leaders will get to join us for an all-expenses paid three-day, in-person workshop. Leaders will learn up to 100 new exercises and receive expert [...]

By |2023-09-29T12:59:37-07:00September 29th, 2023|Comments Off on Apply for the FitNation 2023 Winter Forum
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Application Process Open for I·SPARC Board Positions

Regional Action Team Representatives September 18, 2023 - I·SPARC is seeking applications for three new Director positions. As a volunteer directed Society, the Indigenous Sport, Physical Activity & Recreation Council (I·SPARC) is seeking individuals who are currently serving as a Core Member of a Regional Action Team and possess an assortment of business skill sets to serve on its board. The three new Directors will fill the following positions: One individual who is a citizen or member of a British [...]

By |2023-12-06T17:43:58-07:00September 29th, 2023|Comments Off on Application Process Open for I·SPARC Board Positions
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Employment Notice – Regional Sport and Physical Activity Coordinator – Vancouver Island

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 Description The Regional Coordinator is a [...]

By |2024-01-03T16:09:15-07:00September 19th, 2023|0 Comments
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I·SPARC’s second intake for the RISE Organizational Grants

Traditional Territory of the Cowichan peoples / Duncan, B.C. (August 31, 2023) – In collaboration with the Province of British Columbia, the Indigenous Sport, Physical Activity and Recreation Council (I·SPARC) is pleased to announce the second intake of the RISE Organizational Grants. This Grant has been developed to provide support for communities and not-for-profit organizations delivering programming targeted to increase participation in sport, physical activity, recreation, and cultural activities for Indigenous and non-Indigenous Children and Youth in Care who often [...]

By |2023-08-31T15:58:31-07:00August 31st, 2023|Comments Off on I·SPARC’s second intake for the RISE Organizational Grants
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Register for Healthy Living Regional Leader Training

The Indigenous Sport, Physical Activity and Recreation Council (I·SPARC) is pleased to announce that registration is open for the 2023 Healthy Living Leader Training Sessions. Join us, in-person, for two fun-filled days with learning, movement, and laughter. These sessions are open to all community members who want to deliver an Indigenous RunWalkWheel or Honour Your Health Challenge program. Our sessions are regionally focused and we encourage you to sign up for your region’s training dates. This year is PACKED with [...]

By |2023-08-22T15:47:49-07:00August 22nd, 2023|Comments Off on Register for Healthy Living Regional Leader Training
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Employment Notice – Provincial Coordinator, Physical Activity, Training and Development

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 Description  Working as a member of [...]

By |2023-07-13T22:36:16-07:00July 13th, 2023|Comments Off on Employment Notice – Provincial Coordinator, Physical Activity, Training and Development
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I·SPARC honours the recipients of the regional 2022 Premier’s Awards

Outstanding Indigenous Athletes Receive Prestigious Award July 10, 2023 - The Indigenous Sport, Physical Activity and Recreation Council (I·SPARC) is pleased to announce the outstanding athletes named as the regional recipients of the 2022 Premier’s Awards for Indigenous Youth Excellence in Sport. Fraser Region Click here to watch the Fraser recipient's highlight video Kynan Haintz, Wrestling, Maple Ridge, Hwlitsum First Nation Alex Paterson, Lacrosse, Pitt Medows, Métis Olivia Pemberton, Lacrosse, Langley, Métis Nation BC Lauren Curtis, Track & Field (Hammer Throw), Maple Ridge, [...]

By |2023-07-17T10:51:56-07:00July 10th, 2023|Comments Off on I·SPARC honours the recipients of the regional 2022 Premier’s Awards
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