beyond parks and recreation pro conference 2006. presentation sportalliance: a community resource
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Beyond Parks and Recreation
PRO Conference 2006
Presentation
Sportalliance: a community resource
Agenda What we will cover Introduction SAO Overview Games KidSport Community Sport Councils Questions
Introductions
Jim Bradley – CEO Sport Alliance Blair McIntosh Lyle Abbott Paul Charbonneau
Today’s Reality
SAO- Current Position
Sport Alliance of Ontario
The Sport Alliance
Advocacy for all members Deals with global issues of sport recreation and physical activity Engages in strategic thinking for the sector Lobbying force on specific issues e.g. school access Ensures consistency with National Sport Policy & provincial Active 2010
objectives
Community Councils
Education Alliance
PRO
PSOC/ED Council
CAO
Sport Allianceof Ontario
Current Role- CEO
Volunteer Board Our Businesses Building Operations Services Program delivery Challenges?
Ontario Games
Games Program and Bidding
Over to Blair for Games
Sport Development Centreontariogames
Since 1970, the Ontario Games Program has brought Ontarians together, while providing the opportunity for athletes to pursue their dreams, and for communities to create a significant sport legacy.
As title sponsor, the Ministry of Tourism and Recreation fulfills the Government of Ontario’s commitment to amateur sport, physical activity and community development. The Sport Alliance of Ontario [sportalliance] oversees the delivery of the Games Program.
The Ontario Games Program includes: Ontario Summer Games Ontario Winter Games Ontario Senior Summer Games- Actifest Ontario Senior Winter Games- Winterfest Ontario Summer Paralympic Championships Ontario Winter Paralympic Championships Team Ontario – Canada Games
Hosting an Ontario Games enhances community development while continuing the province’s proud tradition of participation and excellence in sport.
Objectives of the Ontario Games
Provide a showcase for amateur sport Provide a community legacy of
volunteer and sport development Contribute to the economic impact on a
community Serve as a stepping stone for athletic
advancement to National and International competition
Success Factors for Hosting Ontario Games Solid Community support Strong volunteer base and leadership Facilities that meet the provincial
standards Strong ability in the area of
fundraising and sponsorship Past experience in hosting large
events
Ontario Summer Games Held every 2 years on even numbered
years 22-26 sports involved 4 days of competition Over 3,000 participants Over 800 volunteers Typical budget is between $800,000 and
$1.1M. Provincial contribution is $400,000
Ontario Winter Games Held every 2 years in even numbered
years Between 22-26 sports participate Over 3,000 participants Over 800 volunteers Games are traditionally held over 4 day
period Typical budget is between $800,000 and
$1.1M Provincial contribution is $400,000
Ontario Senior Winter GamesWinterfest
Began as a pilot project in 2000 in Collingwood.
Held every 2 years on odd numbered years Between 10-12 participating sports Approximately 800-1,000 participants Held over a 3 day period Typical budget between $350,000-
$450,000 Provincial contribution is $200,000
Ontario Senior Summer GamesActifest
Began in 1984 as a pilot project Held every 2 years on even numbered
years Between 14-16 events Approximately 1,200-1,500 participants Held over a 3 day period Typical budget between $350,000-$450,000 Provincial contribution is $150,000
Ontario Paralympic Summer Championship
Held annually 6 events 150-200 participants Held over a 2 day period 200-300 volunteers Typical budget $120,000 Provincial contribution $45,000
Ontario Paralympic Winter Championship
Piloted in 2006 in Huntsville 4-6 events 100-150 participants Will become an annual set of
Games Typical budget $100,000 Provincial contribution $45,000
KIDSPORTKIDSPORTTMTM ONTARIO: ONTARIO:A CHILDREN’S CHARITABLE PROGRAM…..
….Empowering local communities
….Activating local community leaders
….Creating access, participation, and
opportunity in sport for children and
youth
……FOR A HEALTHY AND
ACTIVE ONTARI0
A GRASSROOTS NATIONAL CHILDREN’S PROGRAM
PROFILES:
KIDSPORT CANADA
KIDSPORT ONTARIO
KIDSPORT ONTARIO NETWORK
KIDSPORTKIDSPORTTMTM ONTARIO: ONTARIO:
LOCAL COMMUNITY CHAPTER PROFILE:
ADVOCACY AND AWARENESS
FUND AND PROGRAM DEVELOPMENT
LOCAL CHAPTER DEVELOPMENT AND SERVICING
OFFICIAL SPORT GRANTS
KIDSPORTKIDSPORTTMTM ONTARIO: ONTARIO:
THANK YOU FOR YOUR THANK YOU FOR YOUR SUPPORT!SUPPORT!
Community Sport Councils
Community Sport includes:
Club Sport School Sport Municipal Parks & Recreation
programs
Community Sport Councils
Challenges Community Sport groups face:
Organizational Development: fundraising, program quality, and organizational effectiveness
Volunteer Development: recruitment, development, retention, recognition
Facilities: building new, refitting old Access: ensuring that everyone can
participate
Community Sport Councils
Services Sport Councils can offer: Coordinate facilities, registration, services,
and standards for coaches, volunteers and administrative staff;
Share information and learn best practices from each other;
Apply for capital improvement grants and funds;
Receive charitable donations, hold fund raising campaigns and approach sponsors as a united group;
Community Sport Councils
Services Sport Councils can offer: Develop sport tourism, youth-at-risk
prevention programs, volunteer development programs, coaching programs, focus on community health issues etc;
Work together to develop sport-related special events in the region, e.g. Ontario Summer Games, championships and Games;
Be part of the Ontario-wide Community Sport Network, to share information and best practices.
Community Sport Councils
Resources to assist Sport Councils: www.communitysportnetwork.com
Planning guide to “Getting Started” Event planning resources Contact list to other Sport Councils
17 established and operating sport councils
Soon to be established Provincial body
Community Sport Councils
The Future of Sport Councils Sport tourism – event bidding, hosting
and management Focus on community health
development Service provider contracts with
municipal government Provision/coordination of volunteer
development services, eg coach training Revenue supports local development