of training camps and programs to the Canada Basketball Saville Community Sports Centre in Edmonton. Initiative – 2013 Canada Basketball is the National Operating Service Sporting Organization for the sport of basketball in Canada. Canada Package Basketball is respected throughout the world and is recognized by the International Amateur Basketball Recommendation: Federation and the Government of That Executive Committee recommend Canada as the sole governing body of to City Council: the sport of amateur basketball in Canada. That the January 14, 2013, Office of the City Manager report Canada Basketball represents all 2013CMI002, be received for basketball interests, provides information. leadership, coordination and direction in Report Summary all areas of the sport. Canada Basketball is a not-for-profit organization This report provides information operated by a volunteer board of regarding a partnership with Canada directors and 10 full-time professional Basketball, The University of Alberta, staff members. Government of Alberta and the City of Edmonton for a four year term Project Proposal (2013 - 2016) to locate Canada's Canada Basketball has proposed an national basketball programs to initial four-year term that would run from Edmonton at the Saville Community 2013 through 2016, with an option of Sports Centre. first right for renewal going to the City of Previous Council/Committee Action Edmonton. This term would allow the establishment of consistency and At the November 27, 2012, City Council stability in the entire program as Canada Budget meeting, the following motion Basketball moves towards its ultimate was passed: goal of reaching the podium in both men’s and women’s basketball at the That Administration provide a report 2016 Olympic Games in Rio de Janeiro. to Council through Committee outlining further information The foundation of Canada Basketball’s regarding the 2013 operating service potential success at the 2016 Summer package for Canada Basketball. Olympics will be forged within their 3-on- Report 3, Cadet, Junior and Development national teams. It is proposed that nine Overview of ten teams across both genders In July 2011, the City of Edmonton, establish Edmonton and the Saville Edmonton Tourism and Canada Community Sports Centre (the “Centre”) Basketball started discussions regarding as their full-time training home. The a possible partnership that would see senior men’s national team will be part- Canada Basketball locating the majority ROUTING – Executive Committee, City Council | DELEGATION – W. Parish/P. Sir/C. Stasynec WRITTEN BY – C. Stasynec | January 14, 2013 – Office of the City Manager 2013CMI002 Page 1 of 4 Canada Basketball Initiative – 2013 Operating Service Package time initially. Based on the proposed This is a rare opportunity to match a training schedules, this would amount to new world class training centre, a city a combined total of more than 200 with a unique basketball history and an annual training days. Currently organization desiring to elevate the Canadian Basketball has approximately quality of its program and performance. 100 training days. The Saville Community Sports Centre is unlike any facility in the country. Twelve The key components of this enhanced basketball courts with supporting program that are required for growth amenities position the Centre as a world and future success include greater class training centre. There is a critical training time for all teams; increased timeliness to advancing on this initiative emphasis on coaching, education and while the Centre is the premier facility of development; development of officials its kind in the nation. and increased marketing and communications capacity. Basketball is the second most popular sport in the world, only behind soccer. Synergies with the University of Alberta Played in 213 countries on five There is a tremendous opportunity to continents, there are over 50 million partner with the University of Alberta – registered participants worldwide and an the Faculty of Physical Education and estimated 200 million people playing Recreation. basketball around the world. Opportunity exists for sport sciences With national teams training in support to be extended to the hosted Edmonton, an enhanced opportunity national teams. Plans are almost exists for expanded community complete for the establishment of a high programs generally, and more specially performance training centre at the for at risk youth. Basketball Alberta has Saville Community Sports Centre on the identified 13 potential organizations with University of Alberta South Campus. which to work. Letters of support from 3 of the groups are available upon A connection to the Glen Sather Sports request. Medicine Clinic is a necessary adjunct to high performance. In addition, access This is a unique partnership opportunity to the University residences is a between Canada Basketball, Basketball valuable element to overall quality of the Alberta, the University of Alberta and the program. City of Edmonton, that will enhance Edmonton’s national and international The new Masters of Coaching degree reputation. Further, Edmonton and the program, the only one in Canada, could University of Alberta will be seen as a lead to a basketball specialization. This centre for sport development, which will would mean systematic development of provide more opportunities for coaches to the highest professional community programs for at risk standing. populations. Benefits to Edmonton In summary, the benefits of this initiative include: Page 2 of 4 Canada Basketball Initiative – 2013 Operating Service Package 1. Increased profile of Edmonton Corporate participation through nationally and internationally. sponsorship and revenue generation by 2. Increased community opportunities the hosting of major events will be and programs particularly for at risk required to supplement the revenue youth. requirements of the initiative and for the 3. Enhanced economic impact of development of the Canada Basketball having teams training in Edmonton Hall of Fame. Approximately $1 million and by hosting international events per year will need to be secured. and competitions. Approaches are underway within the 4. Added opportunity for the University business sector. of Alberta Faculty of Physical Corporate Outcomes Education to enhance its reputation The recommendation supports the as a centre of excellence for sport following outcomes identified in The and sport science. Way We Live : • 1.1 The City of Edmonton provides Financial Requirements opportunities in neighbourhood, Canada Basketball’s current community and public spaces to expenditure is $3.56 million per year. connect people and build vibrant This includes funding for tryouts and communities. training camps; pre event competitions; • 1.2 The City of Edmonton uses its competitions; coaching education and social and physical infrastructure at development; officials’ development; the neighbourhood, city, regional and marketing/communications and global level to create connections. administration. • 1.1.3 The City of Edmonton partners Canada Basketball requires $7.1 million and provides opportunities for local per year to achieve their Olympic goals and citywide social, recreational, or $3.55 million in additional funding. cultural and spiritual interaction. • Canada Basketball’s proposed funding 2.1 The City of Edmonton celebrates requirements are depicted in and promotes healthy living • Attachment 1. 2.4 The City of Edmonton has a vibrant, diverse sports sector for all The national teams training time, Edmontonians • coaching education and development 2.6.4 The City of Edmonton engages and officials’ development are the and partners with stakeholders and primary areas of emphasis. other orders of government to host national and international events. If this initiative is to proceed, the City of Edmonton would need to contribute The recommendation also supports the $500,000 per year for the four year corporate outcomes identified to support period from 2013 – 2016 which would The Way We Prosper: be subject to an annual contribution of • The City is an effective facilitator and $1,900,000 from the Government of strong partner in diversifying the Alberta and $150,000 (value in kind) economy, retaining and developing annually from the University of Alberta. talent, and supporting the Page 3 of 4 Canada Basketball Initiative – 2013 Operating Service Package competitiveness of Edmonton business. • The City has a positive and attractive reputation making it competitive nationally and internationally. Budget/Financial Implications If Council directs Administration to fund this in the 2013 Budget it will be brought forward for a funding decision during the spring operating budget adjustment before the millrate and final tax rate increase is established in early April. If there have been no further revenue or expenditure changes in the 2013 budget that could fund this expenditure, it would require a .05% increase at the time the 2013 millrate is set. Legal Implications Agreements with Canada Basketball, the Government of Alberta and the University of Alberta will be required. Attachment 1. Canada Basketball Programming – Financial Funding Options Background Information Available Upon Request 1. Canada Basketball Proposal Others Reviewing this Report • L. Rosen, Chief Financial Officer and Treasurer • L. Cochrane, General Manager, Community Services • D. H. Edey, General Manager, Corporate Services Page 4 of 4 Attachment 1 Canada Basketball