Building Bridges THROUGH SPORT The 2004 Aboriginal Sport Development Conference

SEPTEMBER 28 - 30, 2004 INN

We are proud to host this conference in partnership and cooperation: SHARING — LEADERSHIP — UNDERSTANDING — COMMUNITY FUN SHARING — LEADERSHIP UNDERSTANDING A G E N D A Tuesday, September 28

6:00 – 10:00 pm Registration

7:00 – 10:00 pm Connections through Sport Welcoming Reception

Wednesday, September 29

7:30 am Pipe Ceremony

8:00 am Continental Breakfast

8:00 am – 5:00 pm Registration/Information

9:00 – 11:30 am Opening Session

10:15 - 10:30 am SaskEnergy Refreshment Break

11:30 – 12:45 pm Celebrating the Spirit of Sport Luncheon

1:00 – 2:30 pm Workshops: 1.a) Putting Awareness into Action 2.a) Trends and Connections 3.a) Adapted Sport Participation 4.a) Athlete “Pathways” 5.a) Accessing Recreation Programming

2:30 – 2:45 pm Northern Lights Casino Refreshment Break

2:45 – 4:15 pm 1.b) Putting Awareness into Action 2.b) Partnerships 3.b) Kids: Try it and you may like it! 4.b) Building Future Champions – The Aboriginal Excellence Program 5.b) Celebrating Culture through Sport

6:00 – 10:00 pm Cultural Showcase Banquet

Thursday, September 30

8:00 – 8:45 am Continental Breakfast

8:00 am – 3:00 pm Registration/Information

8:45 – 10:15 am 1.c) Learning from Each Other 2.c) Grant Writing Tips 3.c) Helping Young Aboriginal Athletes Find Their Way 4.c) How Coaches Can Prepare Successful Teams at Multi-Sport Games 5.c) In motion Community Mobilization

10:15 – 10:30 am SGI Refreshment Break

10:30 – 12:00 1.d) Learning from Each Other 2.d) Sport Canada Policy on Aboriginal People’s Participation in Sport 3.d) Community Coaching 4.d) Sport Leaders 5.d) Economic Benefits of Community Recreation and Sport

12:00 – 1:30 pm Leadership through Sport Luncheon

1:30 – 3:00 pm Connecting Ideas and Opportunities Wrap-up Session UNDERSTANDING W O R K S H O P S STREAM ONE: Interaction STREAM THREE: Participation Putting Awareness into Action Adapted Sport Participation This presentation will provide an update on the Working, This panel discussion will provide information on programs Living and Playing Together Project (WLPT) and discuss offered by the Saskatchewan Wheelchair Sports Association, how sport and community professionals can put awareness Saskatchewan Blind Sports Association, and Special into action. The outcomes from this presentation and discus- Olympics Saskatchewan. The interactive format will allow sion will be included in the WLPT’s upcoming Resource you to engage with panelists to determine how their organi- Booklet. This session will be co-delivered by Reggie zations may assist in establishing sport opportunities for spe- Newkirk of Parrity Consulting and David Mark of WLPT. cial needs people in your community. Learning from Each Other Kids: Try it and you may like it! Take the opportunity to listen and ask questions of sport pro- The first step in getting a child involved in a sport is to give fessionals and community developers that are building rela- them a chance to try it. This session will involve a panel pres- tionships between communities that are different from their entation from organizations that have had success in provid- own. Find out how professionals in the field are responding ing sample sport participation opportunities for Aboriginal to barriers and challenges and discover what you can do to youth living in Saskatchewan urban centres or First Nation contribute your skills to building a better future for our youth communities. and communities. Helping Young Aboriginal Athletes Find Their Way Saskatchewan Sport Match is a new program to assist STREAM TWO: Capacity Building Aboriginal youth to explore and identify sports they may be Trends and Connections interested in. Focussing on kids aged 12 years and older, it This panel session will look at current trends, what they mean introduces them to sports that catch their interest and are suit- to our work, and to our connections with each other. Changes ed to their athletic abilities. This program may lead to greater taking place in communities will be explored in an interac- participation in the North American Indigenous Games, the tive discussion along with research of what people have to Saskatchewan First Nations Games and other sporting com- say about current and future trends. petitions. Partnerships Community Coaching Panel members will present a case study on partnerships. Volunteer coaches are an important part of any successful This workshop will allow participants to ask questions, dis- sport program. The sustainability of sport programs within cuss and hear about what makes or breaks partnerships. the Aboriginal community will be enhanced when volunteer Session facilitator Flo Frank has an extensive background in coaches can access training that is appropriate to the level of partnerships and has written several community self-help athletes they are leading, matches their areas of coaching books on this topic. interest and relates to their own culture and traditions. Participants will receive the Aboriginal Coaching Reference Grant Writing Tips Manual, developed by the Aboriginal Sport Circle of Canada. It’s a necessary part of our work and one that takes plenty of time if you are not sure how to approach it. Learn how to STREAM FOUR: Excellence write grants in a way that is concise, clear and successful. Athlete “Pathways” Sport Canada Policy on Aboriginal Peoples’ Participation This session will look at the steps aspiring athletes follow on in Sport their pathway from the “Playground to the Podium”. It will This session will feature David McCrindle, Sport Canada’s explain how athletes can get involved with multi-sport games Manager of National Sport Policy, who oversees the devel- including First Nation Games, North American Indigenous opment of federal sport policy initiatives and the provision of Games, Saskatchewan Games, Western Canada and Canada sport policy advice to Ministers and senior government offi- Games. Individuals from key organizations involved with cials. Delegates will emerge with a better understanding of each event will provide details involving tryouts and ways to Canada’s first major government policy on sport for increase Aboriginal participation. Aboriginal Peoples, the challenges encountered in its devel- opment, and the important role of policy on programs and Building Future Champions – The Aboriginal Excellence services. Program Opportunities are being created through the Aboriginal Excellence component of the Building Future Champions Program. This program is creating increased opportunities P R O G R A M S for Aboriginal youth at all major multi-sport games. It seeks Some highlights of this year’s conference include: to increase the quality and quantity of Aboriginal athletes, coaches and officials; ensure Aboriginal people are involved Connections through Sport Welcoming Reception in the Saskatchewan, Western Canada and A welcoming reception on Tuesday evening to kick off the programs; and enhance Team Saskatchewan’s preparation for conference. A chance to interact with other participants and the North American Indigenous Games. have fun. Preparing Successful Teams Celebrating the Spirit of Sport Luncheon This panel of coaches will share successes from various Sport provides numerous benefits and Saskatchewan has games including the Saskatchewan Games, North American many athletes that have achieved tremendous success. Indigenous Games, and First Nations Games. Best practices Wednesday’s luncheon is an opportunity to celebrate all that will be shared on how to prepare teams for success at major sport has to offer. competitions, and those attending will have an opportunity to share success stories and learn how to achieve results. Cultural Showcase Banquet Sport Leaders Culture is an important component of any community and Accomplished Aboriginal athletes, coaches and sport leaders sport event. Join us on Wednesday evening as we present from the community will share their “stories”. They will some of the amazing Saskatchewan talent from the discuss their keys to success, illustrate who had a positive Aboriginal cultural community. influence in their development, and the barriers and chal- lenges they met along their path. They will also talk about Leadership through Sport Luncheon what additional supports are needed to achieve success. Sport teaches participants the value of hard work, dedication and responsibility. These are all values that help make truly STREAM FIVE: Recreation and Culture great leaders. We’ll celebrate leadership through sport at Thursday’s luncheon. Accessing Recreation Programming You will learn the “nitty gritty” on how to develop commu- nity programming with First Nations communities. It will KidSport™ Silent Auction provide links to recreation and how they may be able to pro- A silent auction will be held throughout the conference to vide assistance in your efforts. benefit KidSport™ Saskatchewan. You’ll have a chance to bid on some great items and to help kids have the opportu- Celebrating Culture through Sport nity to participate in sport. KidSport™ is a charity which Sport events often include a cultural component – featured provides financial support to children from families facing entertainment during opening ceremonies, arts and craft dis- economical obstacles to participate in sport. plays, children’s activities or performances by local musi- cians. Arts and culture activities can provide opportunities to enhance your sport event and involve a larger audience. This session will help you explore new opportunities and connect FUN with cultural resources and organizations in Saskatchewan. In motion Community Mobilization Learn the step-by-step process in how to identify barriers to physical activity and form local committees to develop solu- tions. A community workbook will guide delegates through the exciting process of community mobilization. Delegates responsible for community programming for sport and recre- ation initiatives should attend this session led by Saskatchewan in motion Aboriginal Consultant Don Racette. Economic Benefits of Community Recreation & Sport Humboldt Parks and Recreation Manager Ross Milnthorp

will review his sport and research project, which calculates LEADERSHIP the financial benefits from sport and recreation events as well as leagues and facilities. All those who attend will receive a free CD, which will allow you to calculate the benefits in your community. B U I L D I N G B R I D G E S T H R O U G H S P O R T

The Aboriginal Sport Development Conference is back in 2004 at the Saskatoon Inn. This is an opportunity for representatives from mainstream and Aboriginal sport organizations and community developers to share information and discuss key areas of sport leadership and development. The conference streams are once again designed along the themes within the Canadian Sport Policy: enhancing participation, promoting excellence, and building capacity with a special focus on strengthening interaction. The focus on interaction is about having fun while learning, connecting with others who can help build bridges, sharing and dis- cussing, providing input and receiving feedback, listening and being heard, and

COMMUNITY strengthening relationships.

Coaches, officials, administrators, community leaders, volunteers and other stakeholders who are passionate about sport shouldn’t miss this opportunity to work together. By joining together, we can build bridges through sport to create a better future for our youth and communities.

O P E N I N G S E S S I O N

Join us at the Opening Session as two very special women share their inspiring stories.

Guest speaker Waneek Horn-Miller presents “Empowerment through Sport”. Waneek Horn-Miller will share her journey of achieving her dream of competing in the and her belief that sport is an arena in which we can come together through shared commonalities and opportunities to learn and grow. Waneek Horn-Miller is a five-time par- ticipant of the North American Indigenous Games, 1999 Pan American Champion, Co- Captain of Canada’s Water Polo Team at the 2000 Sydney Olympic Games and is a guest television commentator for the upcoming Games in Athens.

Conference facilitator, Monica Goulet, will present “Seeking Balance” and lead us through- out the conference. Monica is the Cultural Diversity and Race Relations Coordinator with the City of Saskatoon. She has been involved in the education and consulting sectors with expertise in facilitating. She is a graduate of SUNTEP and the U of S, a published writer, co-host of “Sweetness in Life” television series, and mother of two. Monica’s presentations are an infusion of story telling, humour, theory, struggles and successes. She believes that when people work together, many positive changes can occur. SHARING I N F O R M A T I O N Hotel Information Please book your own hotel accommodations prior to September 7 by contacting the Saskatoon Inn toll-free at 1-800-667-8789 or 242-1440 or by e-mail at [email protected]. The Aboriginal Sport Development Conference room rate is $84 plus taxes. The Saskatoon Inn is located at 2002 Airport Drive.

Registration Registration will be confirmed only when accompanied by payment. No refunds will be issued after September 13. Please complete the registration form and mail it, along with your cheque payable to Sask Sport Inc.

The conference registration fees are $100 prior to August 27 and $125 thereafter. This year, there is an early bird prize of a Hot Tub Suite at the Saskatoon Inn for your stay during the conference.

Early bird registrations must be postmarked or received on or before August 27.

The Conference Registration deadline is September 13.

Send registrations to: Sask Sport Inc. 1870 Lorne Street, Regina, Saskatchewan S4P 2L7 Attention: Tammy Hager

Conference Contacts Joe Daniels Shirley Greyeyes MacDonald Laura Ruby-Stade Sask Sport Inc. Federation of Saskatchewan Metis Nation-Saskatchewan (p) 780-9310 Indian Nations (p) 445-6802 (f) 781-6021 (p) 956-1034 (f) 244-4413 (f) 445-9830 (e) [email protected] (e) [email protected] (e) [email protected]

Thanks to our Conference Sponsors

Refreshment Breaks: Northern Lights Casino SaskEnergy SGI