NEWS RELEASE Valenzuela and McCarthy Recognized as 2025 I·SPARC Athletes of the Year Traditional Territory of the Quw’utsun (Cowichan) Tribes, Duncan B.C. (March 11, 2026) – The Indigenous Sport, Physical Activity and Recreation Council (I·SPARC) is proud to announce the recipients of its Athletes of the Year awards presented at Sport BC’s 58th Annual Athlete of the Year Awards [...]
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 [...]
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, [...]
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, [...]
FitNation On the Land! I·SPARC is excited to share that the FitNation leader training forum is back in action, and we are taking it "On the Land"! This spring, 12 selected applicants from across British Columbia will be trained to become leaders of a community-based physical activity program through 3 days of immersive, land-based learning in nature, guided by Indigenous teachings. This supportive learning environment centres connection, wellness, and Indigenous culture. The selected participants will build the confidence and practical [...]
EXTERNAL RELEASE OTTAWA, ON — [January 29, 2026] — The Aboriginal Sport Circle (ASC) and the Sport Information Resource Centre (SIRC) are proud to announce a new strategic partnership to support national awareness and early mobilization of The Spirit of Sport – Active Together, A National Strategy for Indigenous [...]
Is your organization in need of new athletic equipment? I·SPARC is accepting applications for its winter edition of the Equipment Grant Program now through to February 24th, 2026! All First Nations, Métis Chartered Communities and Friendship Centres across British Columbia are eligible to apply for the Equipment Grant. In addition, some community not-for-profit organizations that deliver Indigenous sport, recreation and/or physical activity programs may be eligible to apply. We are pleased to announce that for this grant intake, the maximum [...]
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE November 27, 2025 North American Indigenous Games Council Launches the 2028 NAIG Bid Process - Expression of Interest The North American Indigenous Games (NAIG) Council has officially launched the bid process for the 2028 North American Indigenous Games, inviting interested communities from across Canada to submit Expressions of Interest (EOI). To support this process, the NAIG Council has established a Bid Leadership Team that will oversee the EOI phase and guide interested communities through each stage of [...]
