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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.

Every year, we like to take a moment and reflect on the impact that sport has had in our community. Working closely with our local sport organizations, we are able to see the direct benefit that children, teens and adults, in our own backyard, have from participating in sport on a community level. Whether they play, coach, or volunteer in some capacity, each individual is making a positive difference.

The Ottawa Sport Council Foundation is thrilled to announce the recipients of the 2018 True Sport Community Grant- City of Ottawa Ringette Association and Christie Lake Kids. Both the City of Ottawa Ringette Association (CORA) and Christie Lake Kids  have been awarded $1500 by the True Sport Foundation to support development of their initiatives: CORA’s program, Ringette for All , will offer a weekly all-inclusive learn to  play ringette program for children 8-16 years of age; and Christie Lake Kids- The Strathcona Heights Multi-sport program, will purchase program materials for a no-cost sport program specifically designed for low-income girls focusing on physical, character and social skill sets. 

It’s no secret that Canada is frigid during the long winter months. Our neighbours to the south (and other countries) have come to know us for our maple syrup, impeccable manners and of course our snow. All joking aside, our harsh weather sometimes makes it near impossible to stay active in cold Canadian winters, but here are some ways to continue to live a healthy and active lifestyle

At the Ottawa Sport Council, we believe that every child deserves the opportunity to participate in sport. Can you imagine your childhood without sport? Not being able to look forward to learning a new skill that you can practice and perfect?? With the help of an Ontario Trillium Foundation grant, we are delighted to provide the opportunity to participate in a multi-sport after school program in Rideau-Vanier and help to develop and foster activity in the children in our own community.

Sport - for many, is a way of everyday life. We encourage our children to stay active and enroll ourselves in various activities in the community both to be active and to set a good example.  It isn’t often that we stop to think about how for some, sport is inaccessible.

In support of one of the Ottawa Sport Council’s (OSC) mandates to help make local sport more accessible, we are pleased to be launching  the Rideau-Vanier ward’s first ever multi-sport after school program. In partnership with the Ottawa Carleton Ultimate Association (OCUA) and Ottawa Internationals Soccer Club (OISC), this program will enable youth ages 10-11 to enjoy sports’ benefits in this underserved area.

The Ottawa Sport Council is pleased to announce the launch of the Ottawa Sport Council Foundation: 2018 True Sport Community Grant. The Ottawa Sport Council Foundation is a Charitable Endowment fund established in partnership with Ottawa Community Foundation and the True Sport Foundation with the goal of providing support to Ottawa Community Sporting Organizations.

The Sport Information Resource Centre (SIRC) has developed a national awareness campaign regarding concussions in sport. With increased awareness surrounding the topic since the passing of Rowan’s Law and, with sport leaders and athletes speaking out about the dangers, signs and long-term effects – Canadians are just hitting the tip of the knowledge iceberg.

If you’re an avid runner, or maybe just starting out – one thing is very clear – Ottawa is the place to be! With various clubs, meetups and even stores dedicated to the sport, there is no shortage of resources, support or even places to run in the Nation’s Capital. Where does one get started when looking for the latest races, news or general information in running? We’ve compiled some useful information to help.