Indigenous Athletes in North Region Receive Prestigious Award
Traditional Territory of the lək̓ʷəŋən peoples / Victoria B.C. (June 16, 2022) – The Indigenous Sport, Physical Activity and Recreation Council (I·SPARC) is pleased to announce the six outstanding athletes named as the North regional recipients of the 2021 Premier’s Awards for Indigenous Youth Excellence in Sport. Corina Mcclure, 17, Softball, Volleyball and Wrestling, Prince George, Liard First Nation James Reed, 14, Speed Skating, Swimming, XC Running and XC Skiing, Vanderhoof, Red Pheasant First Nation Jersey L’Heureux, 17, Softball, Quesnel, Métis Nation [...]
Fraser Valley Bandits and I∙SPARC reveal new logo inspired by Indigenous history
Fraser Valley Bandits and I∙SPARC Reveal Indigenous Basketball Collective and Alternate Team Logos as Part of Inaugural BC Basketball Festival LANGLEY, B.C., June 15, 2022 – The Fraser Valley Bandits announced in partnership with the Indigenous Sport, Physical Activity & Recreation Council (I∙SPARC) the reveal of two new logos designed in partnership with Kwantlen First Nation as part of this week’s BC Basketball Festival, which culminates this weekend (June 18-19) at Langley Events Centre (LEC). The logo was designed by [...]
We’re Hiring! Manager, Community Engagement – Food Systems Program
EMPLOYMENT NOTICE Manager, Community Engagement - Food Systems Program 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 [...]
I·SPARC to deliver grant program to help children and youth in and out of care participate in activities
Grants for as much as $1,000 annually will help children and youth in and out of care cover costs for registration, equipment and travel for sport, physical and cultural activities (May 30, 2022) - The Province is creating a new grant program to help children and youth during and after government care participate in sport, physical and cultural activities. Young people in and from care face barriers that limit their participation in sport and other activities. Financial barriers such as [...]
I·SPARC to Deliver Community-Based Food Systems Program
Enhancing First Nations Food Security and Sovereignty in BC The First Nations Health Authority (FNHA) has chosen the Indigenous Sport, Physical Activity & Recreation Council (I·SPARC) to deliver the Food Systems Program (FSP) – the community-based program that was previously delivered through Heart & Stroke. Food security and food sovereignty are important determinants of health for Indigenous peoples and this transition to an Indigenous-led organization will bring a community and culture-based lens to the program. The FSP has expanded in [...]
NAHC bronze medals for Team BC
TEAM BC BRINGS HOME BRONZE MEDALS FROM 2022 NATIONAL ABORIGINAL HOCKEY CHAMPIONSHIPS Duncan, B.C. (May 19, 2022) The Indigenous Sport, Physical Activity & Recreation Council (I∙SPARC) is pleased to announce that Team BC’s male and female teams each earned bronze medals at the 2022 National Aboriginal Hockey Championships (NAHC). The two teams were comprised of the province’s top Indigenous U18 players and faced a highly competitive field at the 2022 NAHC in Membertou, Nova Scotia, from May 7 to May [...]
Employment Notice – Program Manager, Food Systems Program
EMPLOYMENT NOTICE Program Manager, Food Systems Program Introduction to the Food Systems Program: The Program started in 2009 under the name First Nations Food Systems as part of B.C.’s Access to Produce in Rural and Remote Communities initiative, previously funded by the Ministry of Health and supported by the Ministry of Agriculture. In 2014, the First Nations Health Authority (FNHA) took over funding of the Program and it has been administered by the Heart & Stroke Foundation to date. The [...]
Team BC rosters announced for 2022 National Aboriginal Hockey Championships
Top Indigenous hockey players set to represent British Columbia at Elite Competition Victoria, B.C. (May 8, 2022) - The Indigenous Sport, Physical Activity & Recreation Council (I∙SPARC) is pleased to announce the players and volunteer staff who will represent British Columbia in the 2022 National Aboriginal Hockey Championships (NAHC). The 2022 NAHC takes place in Membertou First Nation, Nova Scotia, from May 7 to May 14, 2022. I·SPARC hosted its Team BC Player Selection Camp from April 8-10, 2022 in Chilliwack, [...]
I·SPARC partners with BC Basketball Festival
The Fraser Valley Bandits announced a partnership with the Indigenous Sport, Physical Activity & Recreation Council (I·SPARC). They have also partnered with Canada Basketball and Basketball BC to launch the inaugural BC Basketball Festival, a youth and adult basketball event that will take place this summer between June 13 to June 19 at Langley Events Centre (LEC). The festival will feature a variety of activities for athletes, fans and teams to enjoy, including multiple divisions of boys and girls, as [...]
Goodluck to All Competing at the Upcoming Junior All Native Basketball Tournament!
From March 20-25, 2022, Syilx Basketball will be hosting the Junior All Native Basketball Tournament (JANT) in Kelowna, BC. There are an estimated 870 athletes between the ages of 9 - 17 from 65 teams competing this year. This is the first Junior All Native Basketball Tournament held in over two years as the 2020 and 2021 tournaments were cancelled due to COVID-19. I·SPARC extends its best wishes to all the teams competing at the Junior All Native Basketball Tournament [...]
Employment Notice – Senior Manager, Food Systems Program
NEW EMPLOYMENT NOTICE — Senior Manager, Food Systems Program 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 [...]
Employment Notice – Grant Manager
EMPLOYMENT NOTICE — Grant Manager 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 The [...]