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Save The Date – 2025 Healthy Living Leader Training

By |July 11th, 2025|Categories: Home News|

The planning for I∙SPARC's Regional Training sessions has begun! I·SPARC is excited to announce the 2025 Regional Healthy Living Leader Training sessions will be open for registration Friday, August 15th 2025! 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 - [...]

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Indigenous Communities: Active for Life Workshop -July 25

By |July 8th, 2025|Categories: Home News|

  The Indigenous Communities: Active for Life resource and accompanying full-day workshop were created through a national process involving Indigenous sport and physical activity leaders throughout Canada, with the purpose of establishing culturally tailored resources that inspires community leaders to deliver programs that promote the holistic development of their participants. The resource and workshop support community leaders in the development of sustainable, quality sport and physical activity programs that build collaborative relationships and re-engage their community members in active and [...]

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2025 Youth Lifeguard Leadership Camp

By |June 24th, 2025|Categories: Home News|

I∙SPARC (Indigenous Sport, Physical Activity & Recreation Council) is pleased to present the Provincial Lifeguarding Leadership Camp, hosted in partnership with the Aboriginal Youth F.I.R.S.T. Program (Futures in Recreation & Sport Training). This weeklong camp is open to self-identified Indigenous youth (First Nation, Métis, Inuit) of all ages and will introduce the sport of Lifesaving & Lifeguarding for both beginners and advanced athletes. The camp will be delivered by certified Lifesaving Society and PADI instructors. Dates: August 24 – September [...]

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Summer Kicks-off with Golf and Soccer Athlete Development Camps

By |June 20th, 2025|Categories: Home News|

I∙SPARC is pleased to announce its upcoming BC Indigenous Provincial Athlete Development Camps for golf and soccer. 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 athletes interested in [...]

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National Indigenous Coaching Awards

By |June 2nd, 2025|Categories: Home News|

Each year the Aboriginal Sport Circle presents the "National Coaching Award for Indigenous Excellence in Sport" to one woman and one man identifying Indigenous coach who demonstrates exemplary integrity in their approach to coaching. The awards will be presented at the 2025 National Indigenous Sports Gala, hosted by the Aboriginal Sport Circle. National Coaching Awards for Indigenous Excellence in Sport Principles The Aboriginal Sport Circle is committed to developing sport that fosters the development of the whole individual. In addition [...]

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I·SPARC’s Commitment to Safe Participation

By |May 28th, 2025|Categories: Home News|

Creating a Culture of Safety The Indigenous Sport, Physical Activity and Recreation Council (I·SPARC) is dedicated to advancing the health and well-being of Indigenous peoples across British Columbia. Central to this commitment is the creation of environments that are safe, inclusive, and respectful—where all individuals can participate in sport, physical activity, recreation, and wellness without fear of harm or discrimination. Understanding Safe Participation Safe participation is a comprehensive concept that goes beyond preventing harm. It ensures that everyone involved in [...]

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Team BC Women Capture Silver Medal at 2025 National Aboriginal Hockey Championships

By |May 27th, 2025|Categories: Home Event Highlights|

Photo Credit: Mary Putnam Team BC Women Capture Silver Medal  Kamloops, BC – Team BC Women had a historic performance at the 2025 National Aboriginal Hockey Championships (NAHC), capturing the Silver Medal—the best finish in the history of the women’s program since the tournament began in 2002. The championship final was a tightly contested match between BC and Manitoba, with Manitoba ultimately claiming the Turtle Island Cup in a 2–0 victory. Both goaltenders delivered outstanding performances in this low-scoring game, [...]

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Provincial Recipients Announced for 2024 Premier’s Awards for Indigenous Youth Excellence in Sport

By |May 20th, 2025|Categories: Home Event Highlights|Tags: |

NEWS RELEASE   Provincial Recipients Announced for 2024 Premier’s Awards for Indigenous Youth Excellence in Sport Ten Outstanding Indigenous Athletes Receive Prestigious Award Traditional Territory of the Quw’utsun (Cowichan) Tribes / Duncan, B.C. (May 20, 2025) – The Indigenous Sport, Physical Activity and Recreation Council (I·SPARC) is pleased to announce the 10 outstanding athletes named as provincial recipients of the 2024 Premier’s Awards for Indigenous Youth Excellence in Sport. Adelle Larden, Lacrosse & Volleyball, Hwlitsum First Nations Austin Krahn, Golf, [...]

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I·SPARC Launches 2025-26 Food Systems Program Grant 

By |May 16th, 2025|Categories: Home News|

  NEWS RELEASE   Traditional Territory of the Quw’utsun (Cowichan) Tribes / Duncan, B.C. (May 16, 2025) – The Indigenous Sport, Physical Activity & Recreation Council (I∙SPARC) is excited to announce that the Food Systems Program (FSP) grant for the 2025-26 program year will launch on May 16, 2025.   The FSP provides grants for Indigenous communities in BC to enhance food security and food sovereignty initiatives. Since 2009, the Food Systems Program has provided grants, capacity building support, and valuable [...]

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2025 British Columbia Indigenous Golf Championships

By |May 16th, 2025|Categories: Home News|

Calling all Golfers! The 2025 British Columbia Indigenous Championship will be held at the St. Eugene Golf Resort in Cranbrook from July 21st to 23rd. This course is nestled in the spectacular Rocky Mountains and located within the traditional territory of the Ktunaxa Nation. St. Eugene Resort is proudly owned by the Ktunaxa Nation & Shuswap Indian Band. The event is organized by British Columbia Golf, which includes a women's and men's tournament. In addition, spots may be reserved for [...]

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Team BC Announces Partnership with The Reach Group for 2025 National Aboriginal Hockey Championships

By |May 5th, 2025|Categories: Home News|

NEWS RELEASE Team BC Announces Partnership with The Reach Group for 2025 National Aboriginal Hockey Championships Traditional Territory of the Quw’utsun (Cowichan) Tribes / Duncan, B.C. (May 5, 2025) – The Indigenous Sport, Physical Activity & Recreation Council (I∙SPARC) is proud to announce a new sponsor partnership with The Reach Group, a leading Indigenous consulting firm, based in Kamloops, BC. This exciting collaboration supports Team BC’s participation in the 2025 National Aboriginal Hockey Championships (NAHC) and reflects a shared commitment [...]

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Call for Provincial Sport Committee Members

By |April 29th, 2025|Categories: Home News|

Join a Provincial Sport Committee and Help Shape Indigenous Sport in BC! I·SPARC is now accepting applications for volunteers to serve on its Provincial Sport Committees—a unique opportunity to support Indigenous athlete and coach development across British Columbia. These committees play a vital role in planning and delivering Provincial Athlete Development Camps, Championships, and the selection processes for Team BC heading to the 2027 North American Indigenous Games (NAIG). I·SPARC is seeking passionate leaders with experience in: Competitive sport (as [...]

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