Book a FREE anti-racism in sport workshop with Action For Healthy Communities (AHC)

Book a FREE anti-racism in sport workshop today for your athletes age 14 and up, coaches, and teams. In this session, participants will learn about racism and anti-racism in a sport context, and develop knowledge on how racism and anti-racism can impact people and society. The workshop is 1.5 - 2 hours long and can be held in a facility or space that best suits your group, or at our office downtown. By the end of the workshop participants will be able to: Understand personal identity and how it plays into sports, identify current events/stories of racism in sport, define the dimensions of racism, identify teams or systems that are applying anti-racism initiatives and acting to combat racism, define anti-racism, and recognize anti-racism movements.

To book a workshop, or ask any questions, you can email sarah.smith@a4hc.ca.

2023-24 Same Game Challenge Cohort 4 and 5

The Canadian Women & Sport are dedicated to creating an equitable and inclusive Canadian sport and physical activity system that empowers girls and women – as active participants and leaders – within and through sport.
With a focus on systemic change, we partner with governments, organizations, and leaders to challenge the status quo and to advance solutions that result in measurable change.The Same Game Challenge is for sport leaders, who are inspired to reimagine how women and girls access their sport but have been frustrated in their ability to make efficient and effective change. Ends on Thu, Nov 30, 2023 9:00 PM

Action For Healthy Communities (AHC) PASS Project

AHC's Participating in Arts, Sports, and Society (PASS) project is a 18-month initiative aimed at addressing the barriers and challenges faced by racialized newcomer youth in accessing and participating in sports activities. The project seeks to create an inclusive and equitable sports environment where all youth, regardless of their background, have equal opportunities for personal growth, social integration, and well-being.

To learn more about the scope of this work and the path ahead in addressing these barriers download the digital version of this report

An important segment of AHC's PASS Project was the PASS research compiled in collaboration with the University of Alberta. The purpose of the PASS Research was to investigate and identify the barriers contributing to low participation of racialized youth in recreation and organized sports and ultimately develop recommendations to policy-makers to lower those barriers. To better understand these barriers and practical recommendations to overcome them, download the digital version of this report.

Impact of the CIOG Budget Cuts

In 2023, the Community Investment Operating Grant (CIOG) experienced a significant reduction, dropping from $3.65 million to $0.96 million. This budget cut led to 106 organizations losing all funding and 36 organizations losing at least 50% of their support. These organizations play a crucial role in providing essential services to Edmontonians, including inclusive sports, literacy programs, and community development. As we work towards recovery and transformation, it's vital that funders collaborate with the community to sustain these vital programs through flexible operational grants. Join us in advocating for their support by sending a letter to Edmonton City Council and Mayor via the form on this page. Your voice matters in preserving these essential services. For inquiries, contact Rhianna@ecvo.ca.