Team BC Announces Flag Bearers for the 2023 NAIG
Halifax, NS – Jayden Broadfoot and Leah Parker carried the British Columbia and Team BC flags into the Opening Ceremony of the 2023 North American Indigenous Games (NAIG). “These two athletes were nominated to be flag bearers by their coaches, and we are so honoured to have them represent British Columbia by leading our contingent into the Opening Ceremony and throughout the entirety of the 2023 North American Indigenous Games,” said Team BC, Chef de Mission, Michelle Webster. “It's a great [...]
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 [...]
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, [...]
The bid process is now open for the 2025 National Aboriginal Hockey Championships!
The Aboriginal Sport Circle (ASC) is seeking bids from communities or organizations (Host Societies) interested in hosting the 2025 National Aboriginal Championships. The ASC established the National Aboriginal Hockey Championships (NAHC) in 2002 to serve as the premier competition for young Indigenous hockey players in Canada. The ASC owns the event and annual co-hosts with a Host Community. An exciting blend of sport and culture, the NAHC provides a forum for elite Bantam/Midget aged Indigenous youth to not only compete [...]
Team BC Opens Official Online Store for the 2023 North American Indigenous Games (NAIG)
The Indigenous Sport, Physical Activity and Recreation Council (I·SPARC) is pleased to announce the launch of Team BC's official online merchandise store! For a limited time, friends, families and fans can purchase official merchandise to show their support for Team BC's athletes who will represent the province at the upcoming 2023 North American Indigenous Games (NAIG)! The online store will close June 4th, 2023 at 11:59 pm (PT). No orders will be accepted after the closing date. All orders will [...]
Call for Nominations to I·SPARC’s Board of Directors
(May 25, 2023) I·SPARC is seeking applications for three Director positions, whose terms are expiring in 2023. As a volunteer directed Society, the Indigenous Sport, Physical Activity & Recreation Council (I·SPARC) is seeking individuals who possess an assortment of business skill sets to serve on its board, but who are also representing the following: One individual who is associated with a First Nation Community One individual who is associated with a Métis Chartered Community, One individual who is associated with a British Columbia Aboriginal Friendship Centre, and Applicants should also [...]
Male Team BC Wins Bronze at the 2023 NAHC
Victoria, B.C. (May 18, 2023) The Indigenous Sport, Physical Activity & Recreation Council (I·SPARC) is pleased to announce the Team BC male team won the bronze medal at the highly competitive 2023 National Aboriginal Hockey Championships (NAHC). Moreover, the hard-fought efforts of Team BC's female team have earned them a fourth place finish in the tournament. The province's top Indigenous U18 players formed the two Team BC teams at the 2023 NAHC held in Winnipeg, Manitoba, spanning from May [...]
Nominations Open for 2023 Tom Longboat Awards
The Aboriginal Sport Circle is excited to announce the launch of the 2023 Tom Longboat National Awards nomination period! As a program of the Aboriginal Sport Circle, the Tom Longboat Awards provide a forum for the acknowledging the growth and strength of the Aboriginal sport movement in Canada and its tremendous impact on the sport development from community level participation to elite level competition.Eligibility The Awards typically honour the accomplishments of an athlete within a given program year (September 1st [...]
Team BC Rosters Announced for 2023 National Aboriginal Hockey Championships
Victoria, B.C. (April 12, 2023) – The Indigenous Sport, Physical Activity & Recreation Council (I∙SPARC) is pleased to announce the players and volunteer personnel who will represent British Columbia in the 2023 National Aboriginal Hockey Championships (NAHC). The 2023 NAHC takes place in Winnipeg, Manitoba from May 7 to May 13, 2023. I·SPARC hosted its Team BC Player Selection Camp from March 31 to April 2, 2023 in Kamloops, B.C. where over 140 elite Indigenous male and female hockey [...]
Message from I·SPARC President to Participants in the Junior All Native Tournament
March 15, 2023 To: Players, Coaches, Volunteers and Fans Re: Junior All Native Tournament I provide this message of encouragement for all who are involved with supporting our young athletes to prepare for and play in the Junior All Native Tournament. To the players, you are to be commended for your dedication to your sport and your team. Remember you are an ambassador for your community, and keep in mind and practice Respect for your coaches, volunteers, officials, and your [...]
Indigenous Golf Championship of British Columbia
Get ready for the Indigenous Golf Championship of British Columbia! First Nations, Métis and Inuit athletes will have a chance to compete in the inaugural Indigenous Golf Championship of British Columbia this May at the Nk'Mip Canyon Desert Golf Course in the south Okanagan. ⛳ The tournament is a partnership between the Office of the Lieutenant-Governor of B.C. and the Osoyoos Indian Band, which owns the course. The championship will see 128 men, women and youth compete and play together from May 28 [...]
Call for Host Applications – Spring Camps/Clinics
We invite First Nations, Métis Chartered Communities, Friendship Centres and other not-for-profit Indigenous organizations to request to host Youth Sport Development Camps, Coaching Certification Courses, and/or Officials Training Sessions in their community/Centre. To apply for a program to be delivered in your community, please contact your Regional Coordinator, or fill out a host application using the links below. Request to Host a Sport Camp in your Community I·SPARC invites First Nations, Métis Chartered Communities, Friendship Centres and other not-for-profit organizations [...]