2026 Spring Break Athlete Development Camps

By |2026-03-05T12:09:00-07:00March 5th, 2026|

I∙SPARC is pleased to announce its upcoming BC Indigenous Provincial Athlete Development Camps taking place over Spring Break in March 2026. The sports included are Athletics (Track & Field), Arctic Sports, Swimming and Wrestling. These camps are an important component of the Provincial Strategy for Indigenous Sport, Recreation and Physical Activity. The events provide a unique opportunity for Indigenous (First Nations, Métis, and Inuit) athletes and coaches throughout the province to gather and compete in events that promote sport excellence [...]

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Tseshaht Basketball Camp

By |2026-03-04T11:04:58-07:00March 4th, 2026|

https://isparcbc.wufoo.com/forms/m1xu11v907ec8i2/ I∙SPARC (Indigenous Sport, Physical Activity & Recreation Council) Vancouver Island Region - is pleased to present a basketball camp hosted in partnership with Tseshaht First Nation and coached by Nick Diem This multi day camp is open to self-identified Indigenous youth (First Nation, Metis, Inuit) Ages 8-18 years old and will develop your skills in the sport of basketball for both beginners and advanced athletes. Date: March 17-20, 2026 Time: from 9:00am-12:00pm Location: Maht Mahs Gym 5000 Mission Road [...]

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Queneesh Basketball Camp

By |2026-03-04T10:43:29-07:00March 4th, 2026|

https://isparcbc.wufoo.com/forms/mb55y4v1fgvhe3/ I∙SPARC (Indigenous Sport, Physical Activity & Recreation Council) Vancouver Island Region - is pleased to present a basketball camp hosted in partnership with Queneesh Indigenous Community Society and K'omoks First Nation Health and coached by Nick Diem This one day camp is open to self-identified Indigenous youth (First Nation, Metis, Inuit) Ages 7-18 years old and will develop your skills in the sport of basketball for both beginners and advanced athletes. March 20, 2026 2:00pm-3:30pm Ages 7,8 and 9 [...]

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I·SPARC Statement Regarding the 2027 International Indigenous Games

By |2026-03-03T10:02:59-07:00March 3rd, 2026|

The Indigenous Sport, Physical Activity & Recreation Council (I·SPARC) is aware of recent communications regarding an event referred to as the “2027 International Indigenous Games.” The organization recognizes and respects the interest in creating meaningful sport opportunities for Indigenous athletes. At the same time, it wishes to clarify that this event is not affiliated with or connected to I·SPARC or to Team BC’s official participation in the North American Indigenous Games (NAIG). I·SPARC serves as the recognized Provincial/Territorial Aboriginal Sport [...]

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Call for Host Applications – 2026/27 BC Indigenous Athlete Development Camps

By |2026-04-01T09:12:31-07:00February 27th, 2026|

I·SPARC has launched its latest call for host applications. The organization is seeking community and organizational partners — including interested First Nations, Métis Chartered Communities, Friendship Centres, and Indigenous organizations — to apply to host one or more events in the 2026/27 BC Indigenous Provincial Athlete Development Camp series. The Provincial Camps series for 2026/27 will consist of a 1 or 2-day athlete development camp for each of the following sports: •Arctic Sports •Lacrosse (Box) •Archery •Rifle Shooting •Athletics (Track [...]

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National Indigenous Sport Strategy Launch Marks Milestone in Ottawa

By |2026-02-25T10:51:15-07:00February 24th, 2026|

February 19, 2026 OTTAWA, ON - The Aboriginal Sport Circle (ASC) officially launched The Spirit of Sport - Active Together, a National Strategy for Indigenous Peoples' Participation in Sport, Physical Activity, and Recreation in Canada, at an event held in Ottawa on February 18. The launch brought together Indigenous leaders, educators, community representatives, sport organizations, policymakers, and partners from across the country to recognize this important milestone for Indigenous sport in Canada. The National Strategy is the result of a multi-year, [...]

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National Officials Certification Program (NOCP1) in Tsawwassen First Nation

By |2026-02-24T13:07:59-07:00February 24th, 2026|

Calling All Coaches & Community Leaders! Become A Basketball Official! I·SPARC is seeking new coaches for National Officials Certification Program (NOCP1) Interested Coaches may be asked to join as officials for this year's Junior All Native Tournament Date: March 1st, 2026 Where: TFN Youth Centre 9-3:30 PM 2300 Falcon Way, Tsawwassen First Nation, BC, V4M 4G4. This impactful training focuses on: Basketball coaching for new coaches Learn Officials training for Elementary + Junior High School; Up to including U14 level. [...]

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Aboriginal Coaching Modules – Facilitator Training Opportunity

By |2026-02-23T10:25:16-07:00February 23rd, 2026|

I·SPARC, in partnership with the Aboriginal Sport Circle (ASC) and with support from Engage Sport North, is holding ACM Learning Facilitator Training, March 27-29, 2026 in Prince George, BC. I·SPARC is seeking to support up to five (5) qualified candidates from BC to complete the training to become ACM course facilitators. Travel expenses, accommodations, and per diems will be covered for the selected candidates. Please read the detailed information below before completing the application. Applications intake closes 4pm on Wednesday, [...]

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