Attendance soars at Scona Pool
But report says millions still needed for upgrades Read the entire news story here.
Concussions in young athletes 'disturbing': doc
Emergency department visits for school-age athletes in the U.S. with concussions have skyrocketed in recent years, suggesting the intensity of children's sports has increased along with awareness of head injuries. Read the entire news story here
What are you doing?
Sports Day in Canada, on September 18, 2010, is a national celebration of sport, from grassroots to high-performance levels, in communities across Canada. Click here for more information.
Community Give-Back Challenge
in Celebration of Sports Day in Canada
Unleash the power of True Sport in your community and you could earn an award of $5,000 or $10,000 to help your group or sport organization continue to live the True Sport Principles. Click here for more information.
Edmonton to host the 2011 AthletesCAN Forum featuring KidsCAN School Day
The AthletesCAN Forum featuring KidsCAN School Day will be held in Edmonton in September 2011. The Forum is the largest and most inclusive gathering of Canada’s national team athlete representatives outside of competition. It brings together Canada’s high performance athletes and sport leaders to learn about the sport system, develop leadership skills, share ideas and network through interactive workshops, seminars and presentations. Click here for more information.
Fitness credit benefits affluent kids: study
When Canada's fitness tax credit (CFTC) was first introduced in 2007, its intent was to provide families with a tax break to encourage young people to register in fitness programs. Read the story here or the entire study.
Salute to Excellence Citation and Performance Awards
Do you know someone who has gained national or international recognition in sport over the past year? Do you know someone who has given more than 5 years of distinguished service as a volunteer and has been an inspiring leader in sport within the city of Edmonton? Nominate them for a Salute to Excellence Performance or Citation Award! Deadline for all nominations is Friday, September 24th. Click here for more information.
New Dean on the Job
Dean Kerry Mummery has now on the job at the Faculty of Physical Education and Recreation at the University of Alberta. Follow Dean Mummery in his first 100 days. To read the blog and follow along, offer comments and ask questions, visit here.
Alberta Sport Hall of Fame - Nominations for 2011
Do you know someone that you would like to nominate for Induction into the Alberta Sports Hall of Fame? Nominations for deserving athletes, builders, teams and media is available here.
