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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.

The Capital Pride Festival is an annual celebration of the diversity and inclusion of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community in Ottawa. The festival features various events, activities, and performances that showcase the pride and culture of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community. This year, the festival will take place from August 19th to 27th, and there are many ways you can get involved and support the festival.

Racism is a serious and pervasive problem that affects many aspects of society, including sport. Racism can manifest in various forms, such as discrimination, harassment, exclusion, stereotyping, and violence. Racism can negatively impact the physical, mental, and emotional well-being of athletes, coaches, officials, staff, and fans.

Sport participation plays a crucial role in fostering physical and mental well-being, building communities, and promoting inclusivity and diversity. As the Ottawa Sport Council continues to prioritize safe sport and the values of Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, and Belonging (EDIB), it is essential to explore new ways to increase sport participation through positive and engaging ways.

The Ottawa Sport Council Foundation is thrilled to announce that Gay Ottawa Volleyball and Nepean Nighthawks Field Hockey have been selected as the recipients of the 2023 Community Opportunity Grant. These organizations have been awarded $2,000 by Their Opportunity to support children and youth who face socio-economic barriers to participation in sport and underrepresented and marginalized populations.

June is an important month for the 2SLGBTQIA+ community as it is widely recognized as Pride Month. It is a time to celebrate diversity, promote inclusivity, and advocate for the rights of lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer individuals. In the realm of sport, Pride Month serves as an opportunity to reflect on the progress made towards 2SLGBTQIA+ inclusion and to acknowledge the ongoing work needed to create safe and welcoming environments for all sport participants and volunteers. In this blog post, we will explore the significance of Pride Month in sport and highlight initiatives promoting 2SLGBTQIA+ inclusivity.

The Ottawa Sport Council (OSC) is pleased to welcome two new Board members and a new President, following its Annual General Meeting in May. Newly elected members include Jennifer Dumoulin, (Director), and Muhamad Adatia, (Treasurer). Micheline Turnau, Mike Patterson, and John Cunningham were all re-elected as Directors.

A pressing issue for many community sport organizations is the ongoing challenge of securing sustainable funding. Funding is crucial for maintaining and expanding programs, purchasing necessary equipment, maintaining facilities, and supporting staff and volunteers.