July 9, 2008
The Edmonton Sport Council is a non-profit society that advocates on behalf of sport to facilitate a better sport experience in Edmonton. Members of the ESC include individuals, sport and other community organizations, business, and government who believe in, and wish to publicly support, the vision of quality sport experiences for all Edmontonians.
 

Everyone for Edmonton
The Shaw Conference Centre is inviting all non-profit organizations in Greater Edmonton to an unprecedented community development event on August 23. Everyone for Edmonton will be a no-charge, high-profile opportunity for registered non-profit organizations to promote their mission, connect with donors and recruit volunteers. For more information and registration forms, click here. Registration deadline: July 18.

Canadian Amateur Sports Network
The Canadian Olympic Committee has applied for an Amateur Sports Network broadcast license. In order to persuade the CRTC to grant the license, they need a strong show of support from the Canadian sport community. Click here for more information.

New Job Postings
Two Assistant Director positions - Alberta Schools Athletic Association
Business Manager & Program Director - Champion Gymnastics
Fundraising & Marketing Coordinator - Alberta Fencing Association
Click here.

 

2009 Canada Summer Games - Mission Staff Needed
Team Alberta is seeking individuals to participate as Mission Staff for the Games being held August 15-29 in Prince Edward Island.

City of Edmonton Sports Travel Grant
For more information, click here.

City of Edmonton Hosting Grants
The application and guide is available on the City's website.

 

Social Media News Releases Workshop
Wednesday, July 16 from 1-4 p.m. in Edmonton.

Electronic Newsletters Workshop
Wednesday, July 30 from 1-4 p.m. in Edmonton.

Ethical Fundraising Workshop - August 11
Association of Fundraising Professionals (Edmonton Chapter) is offering a breakfast-length overview of ethics in fundraising followed by a two hour interactive workshop. For more information, click here.

Western Sponsorship Congress
October 29-30 in Calgary.

Gaming Information for Charitable Groups
The next GAIN session is scheduled for Thursday, August 14 from 1-3:30 p.m. The next Use of Proceeds session is scheduled for Thursday, September 11 from 7-9 p.m. The next Combined session is scheduled for Wednesday, August 6 from 1-4:30 p.m. The next Casino session is scheduled for Thursday, August 14 from 7-8:30 p.m. For more information, click here.

 

Strengthening Sport in Edmonton
The Royal Glenora distributes the entire ESC Enews to all Directors and sport staff given the highly relevant information it contains. Does your organization?

ESC Strategic Plan Report and Survey
The Strategic Plan report, from the 2008 AGM, is available here.

ESC Resources for Members
ESC has pens, lanyards and fridge magnets available to Group and Associate Members for championship events hosted in Edmonton. First come, first served; limited quantities available. Please contact George at 497-7678 or by email.

 

Canadian Journal of Women in Coaching
The July issue is now available here.

Alberta High Performance Athlete Assistance Program
Eligible athletes are those nominated and accepted for carding status under Sport Canada's Athlete Assistance Program. For more information, click here.

Request your Gymnasium Space now
Rental applications are being accepted for Gymnasium rentals from Sept. 1, 2008 to Aug. 31, 2009. More information is available
here.

 

Summer Archery Program
The Capital Region Archery Club is offering a discount on their summer archery drop-in on Saturdays. More information is available
here.

Volunteers Needed - Paralympic Sports Association
PSA is a non profit, volunteer run organization that offers recreation & sport programs to persons with disabilities. Volunteers are needed for soccer, roller sledge floor hockey and a teen group. Please phone 439-8687 or send an email.

Canadian Athletic Hockey School - August 11-29
An information brochure is now available for the 2008 summer hockey school.


Physical activity and recreation programs also provide important leadership opportunities and contribute to building a sense of community and belonging. (Kerr, 1996)
 

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Edmonton, AB

Mailing Address:
P.O. Box 637 Station Main
Edmonton, AB T5J 2K8

Phone: 780-497-7678 Fax: 780-426-3634

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