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Reclaiming Our Plates, Reclaiming Our Health: Introducing the First Peoples Food Wellness Hub For First Peoples, the land has always been the primary provider. For generations, the forests, rivers, and oceans have offered more than just sustenance—they have provided the medicines and nourishment that maintain the physical, spiritual, mental, and emotional health of our communities. Today, we are seeing a powerful reclamation of these systems. While modern science is beginning to "discover" the benefits of land-based diets, Indigenous peoples have [...]

Meet the Coaching Staff leading Team BC enroute to the 2026 National Aboriginal Hockey Championships As Team BC prepares to take the national stage at the 2026 National Aboriginal Hockey Championships (NAHC), the foundation of the program lies in the strength of its leadership. I∙SPARC is excited to highlight the volunteer coaches, managers, and trainers who will support our athletes during the May 4–10, 2026 tournament in Regina, Saskatchewan. Set to compete at the Co‑operators Centre on Treaty 4 territory, [...]

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE - VIA BC LIONS March 31, 2026 BC LIONS’ INDIGENOUS YOUTH PROGRAM IS BACK FOR A FIFTH SEASON OF FLAG FOOTBALL AND TEAM BUILDING (Vancouver)- The BC Lions are proud to kick off the 2026 Indigenous Youth Program on Tuesday, April 7 with flag football practices around Greater Vancouver. Back for a fifth season, IYP is in partnership with Indigenous Sport, Physical Activity & Recreation Council (I-SPARC). The program is an integral part of our organization’s continued [...]

Here are the six regional videos that were produced for the 2025 Premiers Awards for Indigenous Youth Excellence in Sport. The recipients were announced March 25, 2026 and each region was featured daily from March 25- March 30. These regional recipients automatically serve as nominees for the Provincial Awards, which will be announced in the coming months. Thanks to everyone for the overwhelming support in recognizing these amazing Indigenous athletes throughout the province! https://youtu.be/md0RWmrNj3I?si=R1Odusq_SjpJ0wGo   https://youtu.be/flmBe4RGh3Q?si=sZYQKefMQWfkDZd0   https://youtu.be/vpXuZNz-JK4?si=gQUVJzrKdwdievje [...]

EXTERNAL POST FROM VANCOUVER WHITECAPS FC Thursday, Mar 19, 2026, 10:15 AM   VANCOUVER, BC – Kids throughout B.C. will benefit from new soccer mini pitches through a partnership between the Province, viaSport, and Vancouver Whitecaps FC. Summary In celebration of the FIFA World Cup 2026, the Province and viaSport are partnering with Vancouver Whitecaps FC to bring soccer mini pitches to communities throughout B.C., increasing access to sport The Province, viaSport, and Vancouver Whitecaps FC have provided $13 million in [...]

I·SPARC has released the schedules and scrimmage teams for the 2026 Team BC Selection Camp. Team BC Player Selection Camp will be held over March 27-29, 2026  at the McArthur Island Sports Centre in Kamloops, BC. Players will be evaluated over the three-day camp to determine the top 20 men and top 20 women hockey players to represent BC at the 2026 National Aboriginal Hockey Championships to be hosted in Regina, SK over May 4-10, 2026. I·SPARC wishes the best [...]

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 [...]

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 [...]

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 [...]