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Play Leadership Poster – December 2024
NSCRD will be hosting an SPRA Play Leadership & Principles of Healthy Child Development (PHCD) training course on Wednesday, December 4th (1:00pm-5:00pm) & Thursday, December 5th (8:30am-4:30pm) in La Ronge. NSCRD will cover the registration fees for all communities within the Northern Sport, Culture & Recreation District boundaries. This course is intended for Sport, Culture & Recreation Program Leaders. Registration deadline is November 29th, to register, follow this link – https://forms.office.com/r/hUbFwmpkTp Please help us spread the word and share within your community. Tiniki!
PLAY LEADERSHIP – What is it?
This training provides Play Leaders with the knowledge and skills they need to plan and coordinate safe, accessible, and fun play opportunities for children. It focuses on the benefits of play for children and youth, communities, and society as a whole. The training is supplemental to the HIGH FIVE® Principles of Healthy Child Development (PHCD) workshop. All participants must have previously been trained in PHCD. (see below)
Principles of Healthy Child Development – What is it?
Front-line leaders will gain the skills to make certain each child’s social, emotional, and cognitive needs are met. The session focuses on incorporating the HIGH FIVE® Principles into everyday programming. Leaders learn activities, gain knowledge, tips and resources to enhance their programs and their relationships with the participants and staff.
Who is it for?
Front line workers and anyone working with children aged 6 to 12 in a sport and recreation environment.
Why does it matter?
Leaders have a major impact on a child’s sport and recreation experience. This training is based on research and has been designed to equip leaders with activities, knowledge, tips, and resources to enhance their programs as well as their relationships with children and other staff members.
Learning Objectives
After completing Play Leadership, you will:
- Understand what’s needed to support the goals of their community recreation program
- Know how to coordinate safe and accessible play opportunities
- Develop strategies to address the cultural, behavioural, physical, and personal needs of children
- Have the skills and knowledge to plan and coordinate free, creative, and active play opportunities
- Recognize and model the characteristics of a successful Play Leader
Buffalo Narrows Future Stars Camp!
Who is it for? Anyone ages 9-13 who might one day want to go to NAIG.
What is it? It is a one-day camp for kids to discover their athletic potential through games, activities, physical fitness, and inspiration!
How much does it cost? Only $20, lunch and all materials provided!
When is it? Friday, November 1st, 2024, 9am – 2pm
Where is it? Lakeview Complex
Pre-registration only.
Registration Link:
https://docs.google.com/…/1FAIpQLSeUXhB24kt…/viewform…
$20 payment due by Oct 25th 2024
EMT payment to: ssireceivables@sasksport.ca
Please put your athletes name in the notes!
Celebrating 15 years. Join the celebration.
Culture Days will be held from September 20 to October 13. Three northern communities will be hosting Culture Days events:
Flin Flon Arts Council and Creighton (18+ events)
Meadow Lake (3 events)
Northern Town of La Ronge (3 events)
Celebrating diversity, embracing unity!
The National Day for Truth and Reconciliation occurs on September 30, 2024. Culture Days is committed to marking and honouring this important day.
Virtual Certificate Training Opportunity!!
Forever…in motion is an initiative that helps older adults become physically active through volunteer led physical activity groups. If you are an Older Adult who believes in the benefits of physical activity, are active and enjoy helping others, why not volunteer as a leader? We can help you enhance and develop your skills in leading a physical activity class for your peers. For more information visit spra.sk.ca/foreverinmotion
NSCRD will reimburse the registration cost of $42 for participants that complete the course. Upon completion, please submit the receipt to NSCRD Program Manager, Tonia Logan tlogan@nscrd.com or call 306-425-6442.
Registration deadline for this Virtual Event is September 24, 2024.
September 29, 2024. Time: 8:30am – 5:00pm.
To Learn more and register for the Ice curling Technichian Workshop in La Ronge.
Participants can expect to learn: Safety, Opening Procedures, Scraping, Pebbling, Nipping, Cleaning, Temperature Monitoring, Closing Procedures, Draw Change Procedures.
Eligible community members may receive travel expenses and registration fees from NSCRD. Contact Tonia Logan at tlogan@nscrd.com.
Registration and more information here: https://forms.office.com/r/jPTn0u6E00
Join us in the Battlefords on September 9-13, 2024 for 6 different courses offered in-person throughout the week to enhance the skills of front-line facility operators, volunteers and supervisors.
Group luncheons will be offered Monday to Thursday to provide networking opportunities.
Registration
Cost of registration depends on the courses selected for your custom conference experience. Download agenda
Courses Offered (see agenda above).
- Arena Operator Level 1 (Sept. 9-10) in North Battleford
- Arena Operator Level 2 (Sept. 9-13) in Town of Battleford (TSASK exam not included)
- Building Maintenance Level 1 (Sept. 11-12) in Town of Battleford
- Facilities Management Module 1: Health & Safety (Sept. 10) in North Battleford
- Facilities Management Module 2: HR & Leadership (Sept.12) in North Battleford
- Facilities Management Module 3: Asset Management (Sept. 11) in North Battleford
For More Information
For more information about the 2024 Fall Facility Leaders Forum, contact:
Tim Hanna
SPRA Facilities and Training Consultant
Phone: (639) 638-4083
Email: thanna@spra.sk.ca.
PLAY LEADERSHIP & Principles of Healthy Child Development (PHCD)
When is it?
July 3 (1:00pm – 5:00pm) &
July 4 (8:30am-4:30pm) in La Ronge at the
Kikinahk Friendship Centre.
To register: https://forms.office.com/r/sJs1rrvQK0
PLAY LEADERSHIP – What is it?
This training provides Play Leaders with the knowledge and skills they need to plan and coordinate safe, accessible, and fun play opportunities for children. It focuses on the benefits of play for children and youth, communities, and society as a whole. The training is supplemental to the HIGH FIVE® Principles of Healthy Child Development (PHCD) workshop. All participants must have previously been trained in PHCD. (see below)
Principles of Healthy Child Development – What is it?
Front-line leaders will gain the skills to make certain each child’s social, emotional, and cognitive needs are met. The session focuses on incorporating the HIGH FIVE® Principles into everyday programming. Leaders learn activities, gain knowledge, tips and resources to enhance their programs and their relationships with the participants and staff.
Who is it for?
Front line workers and anyone working with children aged 6 to 12 in a sport and recreation environment.
Why does it matter?
Leaders have a major impact on a child’s sport and recreation experience. This training is based on research and has been designed to equip leaders with activities, knowledge, tips, and resources to enhance their programs as well as their relationships with children and other staff members.
Learning Objectives
After completing Play Leadership, you will:
• Understand what’s needed to support the goals of their community recreation program
• Know how to coordinate safe and accessible play opportunities
• Develop strategies to address the cultural, behavioural, physical, and personal needs of children
• Have the skills and knowledge to plan and coordinate free, creative, and active play opportunities
• Recognize and model the characteristics of a successful Play Leader
Calling all Athletes! Looking to join team North? Connect below for more information on all try-outs and registration links.
Athlete Try-Outs: See list here
Looking for Tri-Athlon?
Team North athletes will be selected at the Lakeland qualifier.
Registration here: Lakeland District Qualifier | CCN (ccnbikes.com)
2024 Waterfront Instructor Course
Last year CKS hosted a Paddle Canada Waterfront Instructor Course in Prince Albert. This was super successful and the feedback was positive…so we are doing another one!
COURSE ANNOUNCEMENT:
Course: Paddle Canada – Waterfront Instructor
Date: Saturday, June 8 – Sunday, June 9, 2024
Time: 8:30am – 5:30pm each day
Location: Bell’s Beach, Christopher Lake, Prince Albert
Directions: 36 km N of Prince Albert, W 6 km via Hwy 263 and N 4 km via Anglin Lake Rd
Instructor: Jim MacDonald
Available Spots: 10 total
Cost: $350/participant
If another organization is paying for your registration, please make sure to indicate that in the registration process. You can either pay for the course (and submit a receipt to your organization) or during the registration process – click the package that indicates you want them to be invoiced directly, then provide us with the information on who we should invoice.
KPC club members, please use promo code: KPCHOST
Course Description:
The Waterfront Instructor is an entry-level instructor program designed for individuals that would like to teach in a small designated area such as a pond or lake beachfront in calm waters.
This certification is ideal for camp counsellors, canoe club leaders, teachers, scout and guide leaders and others that want to teach fundamental canoe skills.
A Waterfront Instructor is certified to conduct the Paddle Canada Waterfront Program.
Registration is through RAMP: http://CKS.rampregistrations.com
Registration Steps: https://docs.google.com/document/d/17UTyEHvS9BmQwlcm9I4ckCG3Zdn-zXISWA71RiRnwHg/edit?usp=sharing
Who should take this course?
This is a great course for new club hires or those who may want to volunteer with your club. They learn important safety tips and basic canoeing skills.
NASP Certification
March 7th 10:00am to 3:00pm
SMVS School in Air Ronge
To register please use the link below:
NASP® – National Archery In The Schools Program – BAI Manager (naspbai.org)
Registration Link Community Coaching Course – La Ronge | Zone4 Online Registration
RACE NOTICE
Sask. Cup #8 & School Ski Championships
DON ALLEN TRAILS, LA RONGE
FRIDAY, MARCH 8, 2023
REGISTRATION MUST BE DONE ONLINE BY 7pm ON TUESDAY, MARCH 5, 2024 AT https://zone4.ca/register.asp?id=34912
Join the hundreds of skiers who will ski through the scenic hills and beautiful forests of Lac La Ronge Provincial Park on March 1 and 2, 2024. With over 50 kilometres of ski trails groomed for both classic and skate technique and 8 different route distance options ranging from 2km to 55km, as well as an overnight winter camping event, there is truly something for everyone!
Go to the Website for More details and registration! Don Allen Saskaloppet – La Ronge, SK
To read more information on the four different webinars: Rec Cafe_4 Webinar Series Write ups
Registration Link: https://forms.office.com/r/TsD112X3Wk
Registration Link: https://forms.office.com/r/9QH4xrh5YT
Jan. 16 – Strategic Planning Basics – Strategic Planning Basics_Part 1_Webinar Write up
Jan. 18 – Strategic Planning Basics – Strategic Planning Basics_Part 2_Webinar Write up
Times will be 1:15pm – 2:45pm
To register, follow this link: https://forms.office.com/r/UjcxGVrZCB
Basketball Saskatchewan will be hosting a FREE Basketball Officials Clinic in Cumberland House (Ministik Community School) on Saturday, January 13th, 2024 (9:00am-12:00pm)
Pre-Register by Sunday, Jan. 7th. Register by following this link: https://forms.office.com/r/7PdevwuWKS
Proper footwear (runners) and a whistle would be a benefit to bring with you to the clinic.
This Coaching opportunity is open to all residents in the Northern Sport, Culture & Recreation District at no cost!
This course is geared towards coaching players 11-14 years old but is also the required course for coaching in the upcoming Saskatchewan Summer Games and the Tony Cote Games.
How to Register for the Clinic
- Visit gameplanbasketball.ca and either login or signup (if signing up, please choose the free version)
- Once logged in go to the area that says Workshops.
- Change the year to 2024.
- Scroll to the Learn to Train Clinic for Cumberland House and click the register button.
- A pop-up window will appear saying that this is a private clinic. In that pop-up, please enter code L2TCUMBERLAND and click continue (this allows them to register for free and BSI will be invoicing the NSCRD after the clinic for)
- You will receive an email closer to the Clinic date with the logistics.
Registration Deadline is January 7, 2024
For more information, please contact:
Megan Penno, Executive Director (SK Basketball)
306-780-9264
www.basketballsask.com
executivedirector@basketballsask.com
Aboriginal Coaching Module
NSCRD and Sask Sport is hosting the Aboriginal Coaching Module Course in La Ronge at the Churchill Community High School, Saturday, December 2, 2023, at 9:00am-4:00pm.
There is no cost to this course however registration is required. Registration deadline is Friday, Nov. 24th at 3:00pm. Space is also limited so please register asap. (Registration Link below)
Course Description:
ABORIGINAL COACHING MODULES
The ACM is a professional development training tool for all coaches, whether Indigenous or non-Indigenous, who coach Indigenous athletes. Offered as a workshop through the National Coaching Certification Program (NCCP), its content reflects the uniqueness of Indigenous cultures, values, and lifestyles and is rolled out in three modules:
Aboriginal Coaching Module 1: Holistic Approach to Coaching
This module encompasses topics such as:
- Creating a positive coaching environment
• The Medicine Wheel: a holistic approach to coaching that embraces the physical, mental, emotional, intellectual, cultural and spiritual.
• The Four Pillars value system.
• How to create constructive coach-to-community relationships.
Aboriginal Coaching Module 2: Dealing with Racism In Sport
This module addresses issues of racism in sport including:
- Defining racism; a lexicon for use in the discussion of racism.
• Risk monitoring, assessment analysis and mitigation.
• Situational learning and application.
Aboriginal Coaching Module 3: Individual and Community Health and Wellness
This module focuses on the unique lifestyle, health situations and challenges that Aboriginal people may face. Topics include:
- Understanding the community where you coach.
• Mental health and sport.
• Personal and community health practices.
• Diet and nutrition.
• Health conditions and diseases.
• Influencing change.
Course Information: Course starts at 9:00am to 4:00pm. Lunch is not provided.
To register, follow this link: https://thelocker.coach.ca/event/registration/9870 If a participant does not have an NCCP number, they can create an account through the locker and then they can register once they have an NCCP number. The NCCP number is required so that they receive credit for the course.
Registration form for the November SMSCS webinar – Sport Supplements!
Lunch & Learn Webinar (Free of charge) Wednesday, Nov. 22nd 12:00pm – 1:30pm
Register by Wednesday, Nov. 15th by clicking here: https://events.r20.constantcontact.com/register/eventReg?oeidk=a07ejyhdc6a82689ba2&oseq=&c=&ch=
JRMCC on Nov. 20 & 21, 2023.
Course Description:
This course builds upon the Level 1 course. This 2-day advanced course provides a further review of facility maintenance practices. This course is designed to help Facility Operators and supervisors have a deeper understanding of the workings of their facilities. Knowing how systems function will help the Facility Operator and supervisor better understand when repairs are required and how to perform preventative maintenance. This course is designed to manage any type of municipal facilities including private facilities.
It allows practitioners to have a better level of communication with contractors and tradespeople for troubleshooting and coordinating repairs. This advanced course will help Facility Operators and supervisors understand how to troubleshoot, perform repairs, train staff, and implement lifecycle planning to get the most useful life from their assets.
Topics:
Advanced topics covered along with class participation include:
- HVAC
- Boilers
- Electrical and Plumbing
- Building Envelop (Foundation, Cladding, Windows and Roofing)
- Control Systems
- Fire Suppression and Safety
Registration Link: https://forms.office.com/r/byTqkyQbce
Please register by November 14 (3:00p.m.)
Pre-Requisites
- Be a current Skate Canada registrant with a Skate Canada Club.
- Be minimum 15 years of age.
- Has passed at least one complete Star 5 Assessment. If you do not meet this pre-requisite, please contact Danielle Shaw (execdirector@skatesask.com).
Has completed the following Skate Canada eLearning training:
- Part A – Coaching Foundations eLearning course
- Part B – CanSkate Foundations eLearning course
Registration link: https://naspbai.org/default.aspx.(closes Oct. 16 at 9:00pm.)
Registration fee is $385; Northern District residents will be 100% reimbursed.
If you need financial assistance with travel and accommodation expenses, reach out to NSCRD Program Manager, Tonia Logan at tlogan@nscrd.com or 306-425-6442
To register, text or call Kevin Roberts at 306-420-7539.
Kiskahikan School, Weyakwin, Cross Country Running Race
To register and more information: weyakwin cross country running race 2023
Contact Med Thomas 306-960-1896 and Matthew Macdonald 306-663-5672
SPRA – Fall Forum
SPRA is thrilled to announce a new event for facility managers and operators that offers you practical, hands-on training and the opportunity to enhance your supervisory skills.
Join us in the City of Moose Jaw for the Fall Facility Leaders Forum on Sept. 11-15, 2023 and get all the education you need in one week!
Courses offered include:
- Arena Operator Level #1 and Level #2
- Building Maintenance Level #1
- Ball Diamond and Sportfields Maintenance Course
- Facility Management Module 1 (Health and Safety)
- Module 2 (HR and Leadership)
- Module 3 (Asset Management)
Check out our events calendar on Eventbrite for registration and course details!
PA #2 – PC Coaching Course June 24
INSTRUCTOR COURSE ANNOUNCEMENT!!
Kistahpinanihk Paddling Club (Prince Albert) will be hosting a Paddle Canada – Waterfront Instructor Course on June 24-25, 2023
Cost is $350/participants. Discounts available with multiple registrations.
Course is perfect for: Camp counsellors, canoe club leaders, teachers, scout and guide leaders and others who that want to teach fundamental paddling skills through games!
Click the link & follow the steps to register: https://docs.google.com/document/d/17UTyEHvS9BmQwlcm9I4ckCG3Zdn-zXISWA71RiRnwHg/edit?usp=sharing
Only 8 Community spots available to register now!
Here is the registration link: https://form.jotform.com/231505279553256
Poster and registration form: Play Leadership Poster 2023
The deadline to register for the Symposium is April 17, 2023, except for the Arena Operator Level 2 Course, which must be registered for by April 12, 2023.
NSCRD will work with our Northern communities to send volunteers or employees to obtain their Arena Operator Level 2 training at the course being offered at the SPRA Spring Symposium.
If you are interested in obtaining Arena Operator Level 2 training, please contact:
Tonia Logan at 306-425-6442 or by email tlogan@nscrd.com.
Correct Link Registration Link: https://zone4.ca/event/2023/g3JVRG/
Race Notice details: 1 Sask Cup 8 and School Ski Champs 2023
Winter 2023 Webinar Series – “Professional Training Tuesdays”
Synopsis for each Workshop: (each session running from 1:15 – 2:45pm SK time)
- Tuesday, February 28, 2023
Making the most of your schedule: Fundamentals of Time Management
Schedule management helps individuals and organizations focus on activities that contribute most to objectives that support making best use of time resources! Simply stated, priority management provides strategies and techniques to better manage ever-changing, competing and last-minute priorities! In addition, much time is often consumed in meetings. Attendees will gain extensive knowledge on successful meeting facilitation for small boards and groups, including tips, tricks and tools to reduce meeting times and to stay focused on the agenda! This workshop will focus on both individual time management as well as making meetings more productive, efficient and organized; providing a valuable professional development opportunity for board/committee volunteer members, directors, workers, coordinators, event planners and other staff as well as any others involved in groups, clubs and organizations!
- Tuesday, March 14, 2023
Financial Management Basics: Best practices for groups, boards and non-profits
This workshop is an immersive session providing key financial elements every grassroots board member and staff should understand. This session will cover board financial responsibilities, financial planning/budgeting, roles of finance committee and treasurer and typical management staff responsibilities. Attendees will gain a solid understanding of financial risk, controls, policy, accounting concepts and how to read and interpret financial reports. This is a ‘must attend’ for anyone interested in increasing their non-profit financial literacy and taking away tools to support transparent and accountable financial management, which in turn contribute to the success, stability and sustainability of non-profit organizations!
- Tuesday, March 21, 2023 Grant Writing: 101 for non-profits
For many non-profits, grants are very appealing! When considered among the variety of funding sources that are available, developing strong grant writing skills can result in additional resources for to support the important work of your organization. Grants provide the opportunity for an organization to make a significant impact within community that otherwise it would be unable to fund. The flip side is that grant writing can seem to be overwhelming or even confusing! This workshop session will focus on the basic and best practices of grant writing – how to get started and how to write strong and effective grant proposals!
Facilitator – Shari Hildred Bio.
Registration Link: https://forms.office.com/r/WRFNpm91ig
National Archery in Schools Clinic
February 8th 10am start time
Senator Myles Venne School
To register here is the link:
NASP® – National Archery In The Schools Program – BAI Manager (naspbai.org)
Basketball Officials Clinic
January 22nd 12:30 start time
Creighton Community School
Cost-Free
To register please e-mail Rebecca Athmer at rathmer@creightonschool.com
Team North Table Tennis Try-out
will be hosting the qualifying event for the team to represent
TEAM NORTH
at the
Saskatchewan Winter Games to be held in Regina February 19 – 25, 2023.
The final team will consist of a maximum of four girls and four boys, one coach and one manager,
(gender of the manager not the same gender as the coach).
Age categories are:
Juniors: Born after January 01, 2004
and
Cadets: Born after January 01, 2008.
Two girls and two boys from each age category will make up the team.
The Qualifying event will be held Saturday January 21, 2023, at Kistapiskaw Elementary School in Deschambault Lake begin at 10:00 a.m. Entry deadline is January 14.
The participants will be evaluated and selected based on their performance in singles, doubles, and mixed doubles.
The coach and manager will be selected based upon qualifications, experience, and the make up of the team.
Please contact Bruce Coomber for further information and/or to register your team (bacoomber@live.com).
