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APRIL 3

 

 


This is the Non-Members version of the e-news from the Edmonton Sport Council. This version contains only a small sample of the information presented in the Members edition of the e-news. To provide more effective representation, we need everyone's input and involvement through your membership in the ESC. This will ensure that we bring your concerns to the table. Please click here for details.


April 3, 2008

Paralympic Sports Association - Board members needed
The PSA is a non-profit organization that has been providing sport and recreation program to children, youths and adults with a physical disability for the past 42 years. For more information, click here.

KidSport Edmonton - Board members needed
KidSport Edmonton identifies needs in the Edmonton community, raises funds, and supports programs that create new opportunities for young people to participate in sport. For more information, click here.

Servus Credit Union Bowl for Special Olympics - April 19
Funds raised through pledges will be used to continue the 35 sport programs for Special Olympics Edmonton. For more information, click here.

Volunteers Needed - Special Olympics Track & Field Meet
Special Olympics Edmonton is hosting this Meet on June 7-8. This event is the qualifier for Canada Games for Athletics. Volunteer training is provided. Volunteers can phone 448-1886 or email.

Job Opportunities
FunTeam Alberta - Special Projects Assistant.
MacEwan College - Coaches.
Rhythmic Gymnastics Alberta - Program Administrator.
Alberta Lifesaving Society - Education Coordinator.

For more information, click here.

Sports Travel Grant
Sport travel grants assist Edmonton residents with the cost of travel to western Canadian, national or international sports championships in which they compete. For more information, click here.

City of Edmonton Hosting Grants
The 2007 application and guide for the Hosting Grant program is available on the City's website.

The Members version of this e-news also provided information on:

  • gaming workshops
  • officiating conference
  • volunteer boards workshop
  • fund raising workshop
  • finance & accounting workshop
  • sponsorship forum & workshop
  • facility funding program

ESC Annual General Meeting - April 29
The ESC AGM will take place on Tuesday, April 29 at 7:00 p.m. in the Green and Gold Room at Commonwealth Stadium. Please contact the office at 497-7678 or by email to confirm your attendance.

Sport Leaders Sought
The ESC is seeking expressions of interest from individuals willing to allow their name to stand as a candidate for election to the Board of Directors.
For more information, click here.

Daily Sport News
The ESC News Releases page links to current reports and articles of interest to the Edmonton sport community. For more information, click here.

Public Speaking Workshop in Edmonton- April 19
This workshop is primarily designed for National team athletes. For more information, click here.

2008 Celebrate Mental Health Awards
One of the categories is "participants & organizers of sports, leisure & the arts." For more information, click here.

Nominate a Woman of Distinction
Nominate an exceptional woman in sport (athletics, recreation & fitness) for the YWCA's Women of Distinction awards.

Summer Sport and Activity Camps
The 2008 Guide to Summer Camps at the University of Alberta is now available. Information about NAIT Hockey and Summer Camps can be found here. Grant MacEwan Griffins Summer Sport Camps are now accepting registrations.

2008 ATAA Indoor Target Provincial Competitions
The Capital Region Archery Club is hosting the 2008 Indoor provincial archery competitions on April 12-13 at the Meridian Banquet and Conference Centre, 4829 - 76 Avenue. For more information, click here.

Little League Baseball Registration - Late Registration
Little League registrations are over but some late registrations will be accepted. Click here for more information.

Subway Coronation Triathlon - May 25
Participate in or volunteer at this community event. Registration started February 1. For more information, click here.

Canadian Athletic Hockey School - August 11-29
An information brochure is now available for the 2008 summer hockey school.




The vast majority of students indicated that physical activity greatly improved their self-confidence and view of self.
(Taub and Greer, 2000)

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Mailing Address:
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Edmonton, AB T5J 2K8

Phone: 780-497-7678 Fax: 780-426-3634

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