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In Support of Local Sport
The OSC Board of Directors has approved a new, 3-year strategic plan. It lays out an ambitious collection of services and programs to meet the needs of the local amateur sport community through three delivery streams- Champion, Educate, Connect.

The Belonging Playbook
The Ottawa Sport Council believes that there should only be positive experiences in sport. Understanding the importance of an inclusive sport environment can help sport organizations reduce barriers to participation, which can increase the number of people who experience sport in a positive way.

Improving Referee Experiences in Community Sport
In 2023, the Sport Information Research Council (SIRC) published an article about a culture that has contributed to a diminishing supply of officials. This includes issues surrounding abuse, a lack of organizational support, and a lack of compensation.

2023 Year in Review
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.

Luke McGrath joins the Ottawa Sport Council in role of Project Manager
The Ottawa Sport Council is pleased to announce the hiring of its new project manager, Luke McGrath.

Creating Safe Spaces for Mental Health in Sport
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.

Job Posting – Project Manager
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.
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