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“Julien’s support of the Ottawa community sport sector since the inception of the Ottawa Sport Council has been unparalleled. From facilitation of multiple sport summits and strategic planning workshops to sharing his expertise on leadership, organizational management and coaching, Julien has given so generously of his time and expertise over the last ten years.” – Mathieu Fleury, President, Ottawa Sport Council Board of Directors

2023 marked the 10th anniversary of the Ottawa Sport Council and offered the opportunity to reflect on the OSC’s work over the last decade, and look forward to the future.

The Ottawa Sport Council is pleased to announce the hiring of its new project manager, Luke McGrath.

Prezdential Basketball offers free basketball and life skills programming strengthened by partnerships with the Boys and Girls Club, Ottawa Community Foundation and local community associations and resource centres. Coach Manock, as many know him, is a retired professional basketball player who founded Prezdential Basketball with the mission to “demonstrate the power of transformation through the three pillars of sports, arts, and mentorship with the ultimate goal of helping youth reach their full potential.”

Mental health is a state of well-being in which a person can cope with the normal stresses of life, work productively, and contribute to their community. Mental health is influenced by various factors, such as biological, psychological, social, environmental, and cultural ones. Mental health is not a fixed or static condition, but rather a dynamic and fluctuating one that can change over time and across different situations.

The OSC is seeking a dynamic, highly organized Project Manager to join our team in a full-time role. The Project Manager will work closely with the OSC’s Executive Director, partner organizations and members to successfully fulfill our mandate. Work will be conducted from your home office and the Ottawa Sport Council office at the House of Sport.

Social media is an essential tool for community sport organizations to reach and engage with their audience. With the right strategies and tactics, social media can help organizations maximize their reach and impact by connecting with their audience and promoting their activities and events online. However, it is important to keep in mind that social media is not a one-size-fits-all solution.

The Ottawa Sport Council is pleased to announce its ninth annual Ottawa Sport Summit, The Past, Present, and Future of Community Sport in Ottawa, on Saturday, November 18, 2023, at the RA Centre (Clark Hall). In 2023, the Ottawa Sport Council is celebrating its 10th anniversary. In reflecting on the 10 years, we recognize that community sport in Ottawa has experienced a significant amount of change, yet some challenges are ever-present.