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In support of one of the Ottawa Sport Council’s (OSC) mandates to provide education to Ottawa community sport organizations, we are very pleased to be launching a concussion education program for parents, volunteers, administrators, coaches and officials of Ottawa sport clubs.

The City of Ottawa wants to hear from you on the future of municipal recreation facilities!

A new aspect of Rowan’s Law has increased the requirements for community sport organizations regarding concussions effective July 1, 2019.

The Ottawa Sport Council (OSC) has successfully completed the pilot year of the Rideau-Vanier Multi-Sport After School Program!

People choose to volunteer for a variety of reasons. Sometimes it’s to gain valuable work experience while other times it’s to help further a cause they are passionate about.

There is no doubt that sports — when played or watched — provide an entertaining distraction to the everyday stresses of life, and sporting events can rally fans from all walks of life to share their passion for their favourite team or athlete. But did you know that sports can positively impact their communities in ways that go far beyond wins and losses?

Join us at our seventh Ottawa Sport Summit on April 13 2019. This year the focus will be on strategic planning and “future proofing” your organization. Developing a Strategic Plan is key to the success of your organization. Often times, participating in a strategic planning retreat can be a great way to get started and engage staff and board members in the strategic planning process.

The 2019 Canada Winter Games, held in Red Deer from February 15 to March 3, has just wrapped up and huge kudos goes out to all the athletes who participated and gave it their all. With 19 sports and over 150 events, Red Deer welcomed up to 3600 athletes, managers and coaches and over 20,000 visitors, making it the largest event ever hosted in the city.

February is a difficult month to stay active and on track. It’s cold, usually dark with overcast, grey skies and generally tough for people to stay motivated. One thing we look forward to in Ottawa every year is Winterlude! The festival is a great way to get outdoors and moving, even if you’re currently in a slump! This year marks the 41st anniversary of Winterlude, Ottawa’s iconic winter festival. From February 1 to 18, 2019, Winterlude celebrates Canada’s Capital Region’s cultural, artistic and culinary diversity.

When it comes to New Year’s resolutions, people usually fall into one of two camps. You either love them and make a resolution every year, or you think it’s a waste of time and don’t bother. The people who do make goals for the New Year usually create a plan to achieve them. One of the most popular resolutions or goals that is often set is about health. The new year brings in a certain freshness that encourages people to hit the reset button and try to obtain a better overall lifestyle, by eating better, being more mindful, and becoming more active.