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Sport Council Newsletter

The Grande Prairie Sport Council is a volunteer driven, non-profit organization representing and serving the Grande Prairie regional sport community.
 

We serve as a collective voice for sport in our region, striving for quality sport experiences for all and attracting, creating and retaining sport tourism opportunities for Grande Prairie region.


Our services are free. 

This e-newsletter goes out twice a month. If you would like to share your information with the community email info@gpsportcouncil.ca. 


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In this issue:

Upcoming Workshops/Seminars

Upcoming Workshops/Seminars (for more information click on links)



 

Sport Nutrition  

Hosted by the Alberta Sport Development Centre
June 9, 2015

Facilitated by Celeste Lavallee, Sport Dietitian, IOC Diploma Sports Nutrition, ISAK Level 1 Sport Dietician

6:00pm How to support your Athlete in Training. This seminar is directed to coaches and parents. 

7:45pm Nutrition Myths & Fads – this seminar is for parents, coaches and athletes. 

For more information or to register: www.highperformancesports.com



Board Development Program Open Workshop

Hosted by the GP Volunteer Services Bureau
September 19, 2015

Presented in partnership with the Board Development Program, this workshop is one every volunteer board member, whether new or experienced, should take.  You need to know what your legal responsibilities are and what, you, personally, could be held accountable for; and enhance your skills and work effectively as a team member.  

For more info or to register: www.gpvsb.com.  

 

Strategies & Skills for More Effective Grant Applications Workshop

Hosted by the GP Volunteer Services Bureau
September 29, 2015

Grant writing is hard, time consuming work with no guarantee of a positive result.  However, funders do have money and they want to give it to deserving organizations.  The workshop focuses on skills and strategies to develop effective grant applications.  Trainer is Cheryl King of Greenleaf Consulting. 

For more information or to register: www.gpvsb.com


Using Media & Social Media for Non-Profits

Hosted by the GP Volunteer Services Bureau
September 22, 2015

Find out what tools and resources you can use to get the word out about your organization and events. What is the best method to approach the media? How can you have an impact on social media? Come with your questions. 

For more information or to register: www.gpvsb.com

Summer Camps 




Looking for summer camps happening in the region? Check out the Grande Prairie Sport Council website 
www.gpsportcouncil.ca
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Upcoming Events & Programs 


Performance Training Groups  July and August 
Creating strong, powerful and durable athletes
SUMMER 2015

Philosophy/Approach ASDC provides developmentally appropriate performance training based on sport science. Sessions are led by experienced and university educated Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialists (CSCS). Training develops the right physical attributes at the right time with focus on technical proficiency and movement mechanics to take you to the next level of sport.

  • Training Outcomes
  • Develop attributes required for athletic success: strength, speed, power, agility, and quickness
  • Decrease likelihood of injury
  • Increase ability to train hard over a longer period of time
  • Program Highlights
  • Train in a College setting and build your recruitment appeal
  • Led and designed by Sport Performance Professionals
  • Weekly skill/strength based progress evaluations to adapt program for maximum results
  • 2 to 4 Integrated group Sport Psychology sessions with a certified Mental Performance Consultant
  • Motivating multi-sport environment

Click here for dates and online registration 


For more information or to register: www.asdc-nw.ca

Kickball League 

July 8th-September 24th 15 Years +

Kickball is a blast from the past! Lace up those old sneakers and get ready to relive your days of recess glory! Grab your friends and family, it is sure to be a good time!

Free Agent List available.

*Deadline to Register is July 3rd, 2015

Want more Info? http://ow.ly/NSUY6
Duathlon Series (Run 3KM, Bike 8KM, Run 3KM)June 18, July 16, August 20 – 2015

3 events, 3 different courses, 1 location – South Bear Creek

Beat the Bear will be a sprint series over the course of 3 months. 

Once a month on Thursday night, the registrants will meet, race and conquer the Bear.

For more information or to register: www.cityofgp.com

 

SAVE THE DATE: September 18 & 19.
Grande Prairie Canadian Sport For Life Summit (CS4L).


Canadian Sport for Life is a movement to improve the quality of sport and physical activity in Canada. 

CS4L Grande Prairie will integrate physical literacy concepts, increasing opportunities for participation in play, physical activity and sport. Strengthening the community and building capacity in all sectors related to physical activity.

Joining us at the CS4L Grande Prairie Summit will be Dr. Dean Kriellaars and Dr. Doug Gleddie. 
Dr. Dean Kriellaars is the Associate Professor in the Department of Physical Therapy, School of Medical Rehabilitation in the Faculty of Medicine at the University of Manitoba. Dr. Kriellaars has worked extensively in the field of physical literacy for well over a decade.

Dr. Doug Gleddie is the Assistant Professor of Elementary Physical Education at the University of Alberta.

Sport, Recreation, Education & Health Leaders - mark your calendars. This is a summit you won't want to miss. Building Physical Literacy - one piece at a time.
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Money, Money, Money
Makadiff Grassroots Community Sport Innovation Challenge



Makadiff Grassroots Community Sport Innovation Challenge offers $250,000 in 2015/2016 to fund innovative community sport initiatives that enhance access, active participation & positive experiences. Make a change that will make an impact for children & youth sport !
Application deadline has been extended to July 2.
For more information please visit www.makadiffsports.org.
 

Nominate your community for a chance to win $250 000 to help build places to play. 



WHAT IS KRAFT PROJECT PLAY?

Kraft Project Play is helping to build a better future by building better places to play: because stronger communities start with better places to play. The grand prize winner will receive $250,000 for their recreational facility upgrade and the three secondary prize winners will each receive $25,000 towards their recreational facility upgrade.

www.kraftprojectplay.com
 

Honorariums for volunteers:


GP Motocross: We have had a last minute cancellation of our volunteers that do our safety flagging at our local motocross race. Our race is on Sunday June 7 and is for one long day. We pay volunteers $100 each up $2000 as we need 18-20 people over age of 16. Training, lunch, refreshments, and some temporary relief throughout the day as day is long.
Without a volunteer group we cannot hold this race. We have great sponsors and donations and a great group of people that volunteer many hours to put on this race but can't do everything.

Steve Sendziak
Ph. 780-876-8839
Email. steves@anbersm.com


Pomeroy Guitars & Wagons 

Looking for healthy fit people that are 18 years or older that are available to work as porters (responsible for filling ice, re-stocking liquor etc), set up and tear down June 18-21. They would make $20/hr and they could distribute the money however they see best through their organization.  
 
To volunteer or for questions email jackiec@pomeroylodging.com

Volunteer opportunities for "Stompede parking shifts" 

Please click on the following web link (or copy it into your web browser if clicking doesn't work) to go to the signup sheet:
https://www.volunteersignup.org/4BFDE

To sign up, just follow the instructions on the page. It only takes a few seconds to do.   All the information about age requirements, shift lengths, tools supplied etc are on the form description but is as follows:
9 people are required on duty in the quieter times with an additional 6 to support busy times. Teams will work in pairs with one person per shift acting as captain who will co-ordinate shift changes, sending teams to new areas as required and handing out vests and volunteer wristbands. Volunteer wristbands are good for access to the Stompede grounds for the rest of the day if you want to go and enjoy!

You must be 14 and over to volunteer and I request you partner with an adult as you will have to be authorative in requesting people do not park dangerously and maintaining only rows two deep (tow trucks were brought last year to remove a third row blocking people in so you must pay attention.) Some shifts are longer so you are not trying to enter the park at the busiest times. The late shifts to 11pm may end earlier anytime from 9pm onwards at the discretion of the captain and must be adults only. Safety vests, radios and volunteer wristbands are supplied for each person, each shift, and must be passed on to replacements and all are working with All Peace Protection who will be manning the highest traffic intersections, we will be managing parking in rows and handicap access.

Please contact Ainsley Lamontagne for more information
ainsley@freshfeastconnections.ca
 
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Volunteer Opportunities


       

There are exciting volunteer opportunities fot two major curling events – The Canada Cup which is in Grande Prairie December 2-6, and the Scotties Tournament of Hearts which will be here in February 2016.  Canada Cup information is available here   www.curling.ca/2015canadacup/volunteer, and the Scotties here www.curling.ca/2016scotties/volunteer 


 
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Sports Calendar

Sport Calendar 
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Community Corner

2 Brothers Working Hard to Raise Money for Opportunity of a Lifetime


Chase, 18, and Dawson, 15,  will be travelling to the United Kingdom and Italy with NBC Camps this summer alongside players from the United States. 

The brothers were selected after attending a six-day elite NBC basketball camp last August in Olds. At the camp, the brothers were selected to play in an all-star game and were scouted to the travelling team. The y are both working hard to raise funds to help offset the costs of their great adventure. 

If you're interested in helping these two oustanding young men they have a few ways that you can do it: 
  • The have set up a bottle drive number is #1886. No time to drop your bottle off? They are willing to pick up! Call Lisa @7808769049 or email me @ lisann_mccarthy@hotmail.com
  • There is also a link called   Gofundme.com/travelingbrothers    where people can donate cash to...
  • Businesses can contact them if interested in sponsoring.  Larger donations can be made directly to NBC. These donations will receive an email receipt.
Read more about the McCarthy Boys Here
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Membership

 Sport Council Membership  
Purchase Membership

Sport advocates that become members of the Grande Prairie Sport Council have an opportunity to play a role in influencing the growth and enhancement of sport in our region.


Members include individuals, sport and other community organizations, and business. Only individual members may hold office.
 

To learn more about the benefits of becoming a member check out our website at www.gpsportcouncil.ca
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