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Call for Coaches: Aboriginal Apprentice Coach Program at the 2027 Canada Games

Call for Coaches: Aboriginal Apprentice Coach Program at the 2027 Canada Games The Aboriginal Apprentice Coach Program is a partnership between the Provincial/Territorial Coaching Representatives (PTCRs), the Provincial/Territorial Aboriginal Sport Bodies (PTASBs), the Canada Games Council (CGC), and the Aboriginal Sport Circle (ASC). This program provides the opportunity for each province and territory to send two Indigenous coaches to the Canada Games in apprenticeship roles. The CGC, the ASC, and PTCRs & the PTASBs strongly believe that the apprenticeship program [...]

By |2025-10-07T16:53:00-07:00October 7th, 2025|Comments Off on Call for Coaches: Aboriginal Apprentice Coach Program at the 2027 Canada Games

2025 Pathways: Indigenous Sport Leadership Gatherings – Kelowna Event Registration

I·SPARC, in partnership with the BC Regional Sport Alliance, is pleased to present the second in-person gathering of 2025, that will bring together Indigenous community champions, coaches, leaders, recreation managers, youth workers, and other advocates in the fields of sport, recreation, physical activity, health, and education to LEARN, SHARE, EXPLORE and ENGAGE. Workshops will be delivered by both I·SPARC and our BC Regional Sport Alliance partners and will include valuable education and training and/or certification opportunities. We invite you to [...]

By |2025-10-07T10:14:47-07:00October 2nd, 2025|Comments Off on 2025 Pathways: Indigenous Sport Leadership Gatherings – Kelowna Event Registration

Call-out for 2026 Team BC Hockey Coaches and Staff

I·SPARC is now accepting applications from qualified Indigenous hockey coaches to join the Team BC volunteer coaching staff for the 2026 National Aboriginal Hockey Championships (NAHC). These championships are an annual event that provides a forum for elite Indigenous hockey players from across Canada, featuring both men's and women's competitions. As a national championship established by the Aboriginal Sport Circle and sanctioned by Hockey Canada, the National Aboriginal Hockey Championships showcases under-18 First Nation, Inuit, and Métis hockey players competing [...]

By |2025-10-01T15:07:00-07:00October 2nd, 2025|Comments Off on Call-out for 2026 Team BC Hockey Coaches and Staff

Host Bid Process Now Open – 2028 National Aboriginal Hockey Championships

The Aboriginal Sport Circle (ASC) is excited to announce that the bid process for hosting the 2028 National Aboriginal Hockey Championships (NAHC) is now open! Letters of intent and bid fees are due by November 17th, 2025. For any questions or submissions, please reach out to nahc@aboriginalsportcircle.ca To view the bid manual please visit: https://www.aboriginalsportcircle.ca/news/the-asc-announces-the-bid-process-for-the-2028-national-aboriginal-hockey-championships-nahc  

By |2025-10-01T10:30:43-07:00October 1st, 2025|Comments Off on Host Bid Process Now Open – 2028 National Aboriginal Hockey Championships

I·SPARC Advances Cultural Safety in Sport with New Training Program, Honouring the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation

NEWS RELEASE   I·SPARC Advances Cultural Safety in Sport with New Training Program, Honouring the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation Traditional Territory of the Quw’utsun (Cowichan) Tribes / Duncan B.C. (September 30, 2025) – First recognized in 2021, the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation—coinciding with Orange Shirt Day, honours the survivors of residential schools, the children who never returned home, and the families and communities forever impacted by these institutions. As Canada observes this monumental day, the Indigenous [...]

By |2025-09-29T11:24:40-07:00September 30th, 2025|Comments Off on I·SPARC Advances Cultural Safety in Sport with New Training Program, Honouring the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation

Host Bid Process Now Open – 2027 National Aboriginal Hockey Championships

The Aboriginal Sport Circle (ASC) is excited to announce that the bid process for hosting the 2027 National Aboriginal Hockey Championships (NAHC) is now open! Letters of intent and bid fees are due by October 10th, 2025. For any questions or submissions, please reach out to nahc@aboriginalsportcircle.ca To view the bid manual please visit: https://www.aboriginalsportcircle.ca/news/the-bid-process-is-now-open-for-the-national-aboriginal-hockey-championships-nahc-2027

By |2025-09-03T12:08:24-07:00September 3rd, 2025|Comments Off on Host Bid Process Now Open – 2027 National Aboriginal Hockey Championships

Registration Open – 2025 Healthy Living Leader Training

I·SPARC is excited to announce that the registration for the 2025 Regional Healthy Living Leader Training sessions is now open! These sessions are complimentary for those working within Indigenous communities who want to deliver an Honour Your Health Challenge or Indigenous RunWalkWheel program. Region Location Hotel Dates Northwest Smithers* Prestige Hudson Bay Lodge & Conference Centre Sept. 24 - 25 Northeast Prince George Coast Prince George Oct. 7 - 8 Interior Kamloops Sandman Signature Kamloops Hotel Oct. 20 - 21 [...]

By |2025-08-28T10:46:25-07:00August 28th, 2025|Comments Off on Registration Open – 2025 Healthy Living Leader Training

2025 Pathways: Indigenous Sport Leadership Gatherings – Prince George Event Registration

I·SPARC, in partnership with the BC Regional Sport Alliance, is pleased to present these in-person gatherings that will bring together Indigenous community champions, coaches, leaders, recreation managers, youth workers, and other advocates in the fields of sport, recreation, physical activity, health, and education to LEARN, SHARE, EXPLORE and ENGAGE. Workshops will be delivered by both I·SPARC and our BC Regional Sport Alliance partners and will include valuable education and training and/or certification opportunities. We invite you to attend, participate and [...]

By |2025-08-13T08:23:41-07:00August 13th, 2025|Comments Off on 2025 Pathways: Indigenous Sport Leadership Gatherings – Prince George Event Registration

The North American Indigenous Games Council Retracts Calgary Hosting Rights

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE August 7, 2025   The North American Indigenous Games Council Retracts Calgary Hosting Rights After extensive efforts, and with a heavy heart, the North American Indigenous Games (NAIG) Council shares the news that the 2027 NAIG, will no longer be taking place in Calgary, Alberta in 2027. Following a period of deep reflection and careful consideration, NAIG Council has made the difficult decision to withdraw the hosting rights previously granted to the Calgary Host Society. This decision [...]

By |2025-08-07T14:28:45-07:00August 7th, 2025|Comments Off on The North American Indigenous Games Council Retracts Calgary Hosting Rights

Canoe-Kayak, Beach Volleyball and Softball Athlete Development Camps Announced

I∙SPARC is pleased to announce its upcoming BC Indigenous Provincial Athlete Development Camps for beach volleyball, softball, and canoe kayak. 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 while celebrating cultural unity and pride. These camps a great opportunity for any young [...]

By |2025-08-20T11:39:30-07:00August 6th, 2025|Comments Off on Canoe-Kayak, Beach Volleyball and Softball Athlete Development Camps Announced
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