Edmonton claims four of 2011's Most Influential Women in Sport
The Alberta Youth Olympic Symposium (AYOS) is a leadership and sport development program for Alberta high school students. AYOS is recruiting students to attend the workshop: May 3 - 6, 2012 Ambrose University College, Calgary Applications are due Friday March 30, 2012. For further information click here.
Edmonton claims four of 2011's Most Influential Women in Sport
DR JODI ABBOTT:Figure Skating official and volunteer; DR. VICKI HARBER: Professor in the University of Alberta's Faculty of Physical Education and Recreation,Canadian Sport for Life Expert, and a Director of the Edmonton Sport Council; KAREN RACKEL: President of the Royal Canadian Golf Association (Golf Canada); and Erin McLeod: A member of the 2011 Canadian Women’s Soccer Team (which as a whole has been selected to the CAAWS Most Influential Women in Sport List because of their team effort for pay equity). Read more about these women here!
Prevention gets left out of health-care debate
Instead of investing in the provision of programs, services and facilities that would encourage Canadians to become more individually responsible for lifestyle changes, heath promotion, better nutrition and recreational pursuits, we continue to pour dollars into a status quo that feeds established bureaucracies and organized pharmaceutical interests, while exonerating the marketing strategies of the fast food industry. Read the entire article!
Edmonton Sport Council Director Recruitment
In preparation for the 2012 Annual General Meeting, the Edmonton Sport Council's Nominations Committee is seeking "Expressions of Interest" from individuals who are interested in serving as a Director of the Edmonton Sport Council. As a Director of the Edmonton Sport Council, your role is not to serve the interests of your sport or sports, but of all sport in Edmonton. It is desired that the Board of Directors represents a broad spectrum of interests and Stakeholders and that they will be elected based on their participation and involvement in sport, and most importantly their support of the mandate of the Edmonton Sport Council. Find out more!
Ottawa pledges $1.5-million to help curb head injuries in youth sports
The money goes to ThinkFirst Canada, Hockey Canada, the Coaching Association of Canada and the Canadian Centre for Ethics in Sport to support efforts to reduce the rate and severity of sports-related head injuries. The groups will work on increasing awareness of the problem among coaches, players and parents. Read the entire article.
2012 Alberta Winter Games
The 2012 Alberta Winter Games are coming to Stony Plain, Spruce Grove and Parkland County February 9-12, 2012. The 2012 Alberta Winter Games celebrate the achievements of youth in sport and culture. More than 2,800 athletes, coaches, officials, and performers will participate in the Games, competing in a variety of sports in and around the tri municipal region. These Games provide the opportunity for many of Canada's future elite athletes to enjoy their first taste of competition at a provincial level. Find out more!
The Grads Are Playing Tonight!
The Story of the Edmonton Commercial Graduates Basketball Club
The Edmonton Grads were the best sports team. Ever. Between 1915 and 1940, the amazing Edmonton Grads dominated women’s basketball in Canada. Coached by J. Percy Page, they played over 400 official games, losing only 20. A book celebrating their success is now available.
Opinion: School sports are more than just a game
Research suggests physical activity and sports should be acknowledged as crucial components in the learning process. Read the entire article.
Amateur Sport makes a Strong Community
Ever wonder how amateur sport impacts a local community and the benefits it might bring. The Sport Matters Group has released its latest Sport & Physical Activity Fact Sheet, where you'll find the latest statistics about the positive impact of sport & physical activity on the Canadian economy, our communities, and the health of Canadians, as well as information about Canadian achievements in high performance sport. Be informed and practice (Canadian) Sport for Life!
Physical literacy for confident, creative, healthy children
What could be worse than being an overweight or obese child? Or a child that doesn’t know how to fail? Or how to stick with a difficult task? Or a child who grows up in a fishbowl, cushioned in bubble-wrap and terrified of failure while expecting everything to be delivered on a silver platter? Read the entire article and then take personal responsibility and action for your own kids, or those you might happen to teach or coach.
Issues and Initiatives in Sport
Stay informed of various issues and initatives in sport as they develop! The ESC continues to identify municipal, provincial and national sport issues and initiatives, or issues and initiatives which may impact sport for your benefit. Check out these pages on a regular basis. Items requiring your attention at this time include the Alberta 2012 Budget Dialogue and a Discussion Paper for the renewal of the Canadian Sport Policy.
