2023 Regional Engagement Meetings – Register Today
I·SPARC is pleased to announce the dates for our annual series of Regional Engagement Sessions held across BC this fall! These annual sessions bring together individuals, community leaders, organizations and others working in the areas of sport, recreation, physical activity, health, wellness, youth, and education over to learn, share and engage. Tentative themes for this year include: Safe Participation - exploring concept of quality, safe, and healthy participation from Indigenous lens I·SPARC Updates - 2022-23 activities/highlights, 2023 NAIG recap, upcoming [...]
Honouring National Day for Truth and Reconciliation
On National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, the Indigenous Sport, Physical Activity and Recreation Council (I·SPARC) and our sector partners encourage athletes/participants, coaches, community leaders, volunteers, and organizations across the province to utilize their platforms to amplify stories of how sport and physical activity can be a bridge towards reconciliation. I·SPARC stands at the intersection of holistic health, culture, and unity and recognizes the profound impact that we all can have in the journey towards reconciliation. Breaking Down Barriers, Building [...]
Apply for the FitNation 2023 Winter Forum
Join the Indigenous Sport, Physical Activity and Recreation Council (I·SPARC) the ever-growing network of FitNation leaders delivering programs across BC by joining us at the FitNation 2023 Winter Forum from Dec. 5-7 at the Marriott Vancouver Airport Hotel. Applications are now being accepted now by following the link https://isparchl.ca/form/login?session and creating an account to get started on your FitNation journey! All selected leaders will get to join us for an all-expenses paid three-day, in-person workshop. Leaders will learn up to 100 new exercises and receive expert [...]
Application Process Open for I·SPARC Board Positions
Regional Action Team Representatives September 18, 2023 - I·SPARC is seeking applications for three new Director positions. As a volunteer directed Society, the Indigenous Sport, Physical Activity & Recreation Council (I·SPARC) is seeking individuals who are currently serving as a Core Member of a Regional Action Team and possess an assortment of business skill sets to serve on its board. The three new Directors will fill the following positions: One individual who is a citizen or member of a British [...]
Employment Notice – Regional Sport and Physical Activity Coordinator – Vancouver Island
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 Regional Coordinator is a [...]
I·SPARC’s second intake for the RISE Organizational Grants
Traditional Territory of the Cowichan peoples / Duncan, B.C. (August 31, 2023) – In collaboration with the Province of British Columbia, the Indigenous Sport, Physical Activity and Recreation Council (I·SPARC) is pleased to announce the second intake 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 [...]
Register for Healthy Living Regional Leader Training
The Indigenous Sport, Physical Activity and Recreation Council (I·SPARC) is pleased to announce that registration is open for the 2023 Healthy Living Leader Training Sessions. Join us, in-person, for two fun-filled days with learning, movement, and laughter. These sessions are open to all community members who want to deliver an Indigenous RunWalkWheel or Honour Your Health Challenge program. Our sessions are regionally focused and we encourage you to sign up for your region’s training dates. This year is PACKED with [...]
Team BC Shines with 159 Medal Winning Performance at the 2023 NAIG
Cowichan, BC – After a week of competitions at the Kjipuktuk (Halifax), 2023 North American Indigenous Games (NAIG), Team BC delivered an exceptional performance securing an impressive total of 159 medals (53 gold, 62 silver, 44 bronze) across 14 sports. Throughout the NAIG, Team BC showcased the exceptional talent of Indigenous athletes from across BC. The outstanding performances earned Team BC second place in the overall team standings – just 17 medals behind Team Saskatchewan, and 31 medals ahead of [...]
Final day of the 2023 NAIG
BUSY DAY FOR BASKETBALL The 14U male basketball team won bronze against Team Minnesota, finishing off strong 43-31. Competition aside, what really made us proud was watching the two teams doing a spirit circle together at the end of the game to cheer each other on. It was another big win for 16U female basketball today! Taking home a bronze medal after dominating their final game 75-49 against Team Minnesota. The girls showed their Team BC spirit as they all stayed [...]
Team BC 19U Male Soccer wins GOLD!
We are thrilled to announce that the 19U male soccer team has won the gold medal in their match against Manitoba! We congratulate Max Joe, Billy August, Dallas Nelson and Kamryn Pierre for scoring the four winning goals. Coach Chris Daniels said the “1st half was a good back and forth battle, then the 2nd half started with Team BC taking the momentum at the start, but 4.5 minutes in we got delayed with thunder. Once the game started back [...]
First Beach Volleyball medal ever for Team BC!
SWIMMING MEDAL HAUL The swim team created an electric atmosphere as they raked in an incredible number of medals, with an unofficial count of 30+ medals. Coach Leanne Sirup said, "It was a lot of fun being on deck with the team, and we are really proud!" We’re so excited to see our swimmers' futures; we sure do have a lot of talented Team BC swimming athletes. Ooh ah! West coast, best coast! ATHLETICS BRINGS IN 6 MEDALS TODAY Wrapping up [...]
BC Bringing in the Medals
GREAT DAY ON THE COURTS The 16U and 19U beach volleyball teams played remarkably hard but couldn’t score the win against Team Saskatchewan. The 19U girls play for bronze tomorrow with the 16U girls playing in their semifinal match against Team Yukon! What a great day with Team BC Beach Volleyball! NATHANIEL STUIT OF ATHLETICS BREAKS 52 SECONDS IN THE 400M Today we wanted to highlight a story of Nathaniel Stuit (Nahanni Butte Dene Band) from Victoria shared by Athletics Assistant [...]