Team BC Opens Official Online Merchandise Store for the 2023 NAHC and the 2023 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 National Aboriginal Hockey Championships (NAHC), and the 2023 North American Indigenous Games (NAIG)! The online store will close March 24, 2023 at 11:59PM (DST). No orders will be accepted after the [...]
Engagement & Education Series: Cultivating Safe Spaces
Join us in the continuation of the Engagement & Education Webinar Series with a two-hour workshop that will bring forth Indigenous Knowledge, teachings, and tangible steps on how to cultivate safe spaces for diversity and inclusion. "Cultivating Safe Spaces" with Elaine Alec takes place on March 7th, 2023 from 9AM-11AM (PST) Elaine Alec is from the Syilx and Secwépemc Nations. She is a political advisor, women's advocate, spiritual thought leader, and the author of Calling My Spirit Back, a memoir [...]
Employment Notice – Program Coordinator
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 I·SPARC is currently seeking a [...]
2023 Equipment Grant Intake Extended to March 1
I·SPARC (The Indigenous Sport, Physical Activity & Recreation Council) will be accepting applications for its 2022/23 Winter edition of the Equipment Grant Program until February 22, 2023 EXTENDED TO WEDNESDAY, MARCH 1, 2023 at midnight (PST). All First Nations, Métis Chartered Communities and Friendship Centres are eligible to apply for the Equipment Grant. In addition, community not-for-profit organizations that deliver Indigenous sport, recreation and/or physical activity programs are eligible to apply. Barriers to sport and physical activity participation have [...]
NAHC Team BC Selection Camp
Registration is now open for the 2023 National Aboriginal Hockey Championships Team BC selection camp. The Team BC Player Selection Camp will be held March 31 to April 2, 2023. in Kamloops, BC. Team BC's coaching staff will evaluate players over the three-day camp and select the top 20 male and top 20 female hockey players to represent BC at the NAHC in Winnipeg. The 2023 Registration Fee is $100 per player, which includes a Team BC Selection Camp jersey. Pre-registration [...]
Online Engagement & Education Webinar Series
Join us for four days (February 6-9, 2023) of learning through unique workshops led by special guest speakers and honorary Elder, Nella Nelson. All ages are welcome. Cost: FREE! Introducing important topics that focus on Reconciliation and strength for Indigenous women, girls and 2SLGBTQI+ people through sport, physical activity and recreation. Moderator Nella Nelson will facilitate an introduction of speakers and provide support with host Holly Harris to discuss topics of focus to be drawn from the MMIWG Calls for Justice and [...]
I·SPARC is pleased to announce the launch of the RISE Organizational Grants
Traditional Territory of the Cowichan peoples / Duncan, B.C. (January 16, 2023) – In collaboration with the Province of British Columbia, the Indigenous Sport, Physical Activity and Recreation Council (I·SPARC) is pleased to announce the launch of the RISE Organizational Grants. This Grant has been developed to provide support for communities and not-for-profit organizations delivering programming targeted to increase participation in sport, physical activity, recreation, and cultural activities for Indigenous and non-Indigenous Children and Youth in Care who often face [...]
Deadline extended: Call for Nominations 2022 Premier’s Awards for Indigenous Youth Excellence in Sport
Deadline extended: Call for Nominations – 2022 Premier’s Awards for Indigenous Youth Excellence in Sport NEW deadline for 2022 Premier’s Awards nominations is Friday, January 27, 2023 at 11:59 p.m. (PST). Traditional Territory of the lək̓ʷəŋən peoples / Victoria, B.C. (October 28, 2022) – In collaboration with the Province of British Columbia, the Indigenous Sport, Physical Activity & Recreation Council (I·SPARC) is launching the nomination process for the 2022 Premier’s Awards for Indigenous Youth Excellence in Sport. The Premier’s Awards honours [...]
Employment Notice – Sport and Physical Activity Coordinators
Sport and Physical Activity Coordinator Interior Region (one position), Northeast Region (one position), and Vancouver Island Region (one position) Do you love talking to people? Making connections in community? Working with a fantastic team? Are you passionate about sport and healthy living? Love organizing events? Want to give back to community and make a difference? Then this job is for you! About the Indigenous Sport, Physical Activity & Recreation CouncilThe Indigenous Sport, Physical Activity & Recreation Council (I·SPARC) is a [...]
Employment Notice – Coordinator, Team BC Programs
Employment Notice: Coordinator, Team BC NAIG 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 [...]
Bid Application for the 2027 North American Indigenous Games Approved to Compete for Western Canada
TK̓EMLÚPS TE SECWÉPEMC – KAMLOOPS, BC - Tk̓emlúps te Secwépemc and the City of Kamloops are pleased that Kamloops has been selected by the Indigenous Sport, Physical Activity & Recreation Council (I·SPARC) to serve as British Columbia’s official host candidate community for the 2027 North American Indigenous Games (2027 NAIG). As a result, Tk̓emlúps te Secwépemc and the City of Kamloops have submitted their Letter of Intent to bid on the 2027 Games to the North American Indigenous Games Council. [...]
Ten outstanding Indigenous athletes receive prestigious award
Provincial Recipients Announced for Premier’s Awards for Indigenous Youth Excellence in Sport Traditional Territory of the lək̓ʷəŋən peoples / Victoria B.C. (November 15, 2022) – The Indigenous Sport, Physical Activity and Recreation Council (I·SPARC) is pleased to announce the 10 outstanding athletes named as provincial recipients of the 2021 Premier’s Awards for Indigenous Youth Excellence in Sport. Kaelem Dumont (Métis Nation BC): Cross Country Running/Track and Field, South Surrey, BC Nevada Johnson (Northwest Territory Métis Nation): Softball, Delta, BC Felix [...]