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Media advisory – Minister Duguid to announce funding for Indigenous-led sport initiatives across Canada
From: Canadian Heritage VANCOUVER – The Honourable Terry Duguid, Minister of Sport and Minister responsible for Prairies Economic Development Canada, will announce the 2024–2026 funding recipients of the Sport for Social Development in Indigenous Communities initiative on Friday. Please note that all details are subject to change. All times are local. Media representatives wishing to […]
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Toronto Rock take on the San Diego Seals for Indigenous Heritage Night – CHCH
February 6, 2025 After a tough start to the season the Toronto Rock have found their groove and are on a nice three-game winning streak heading into Saturday’s Indigenous Heritage Night game at home against San Diego. To discuss that and the team’s recent hot streak, Justin Martin and Chris Corbeil joined Louie Butko. Read […]
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Pats unveil Indigenous-designed jersey for Indigenous Celebration Night on Feb. 7
February 5, 2025 Regina, Sask. – The Regina Pats Hockey Club has partnered with Rodger Ross and Quentin Karmark of 4 Claws Inc. to design Indigenous-themed jerseys that the Pats will wear during their Indigenous Celebration Night on February 7 against the Wenatchee Wild at the Brandt Centre. The Indigenous Night jerseys feature a unique […]
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M’Chigeeng teen enjoying Ontario Hockey League rookie season in nation’s capital – Anishinabek News
February 5, 2025 OTTAWA – Though he only turned 16 in November, M’Chigeeng First Nation member Kohyn Eshkawkogan is proving he can hold his own in one of the National Hockey League’s top feeder systems. Eshkawkogan, a defenceman, is a rookie with the Ottawa 67’s, members of the Ontario Hockey League (OHL). The 20-team Major […]
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Lexéy’em: Indigenous Blazers Night
February 4, 2025 January 29, 2025 marks Indigenous Blazers night. This event brought our people together to enjoy the hockey game with everyone to cheer, laugh, and connect. Garrett G. Gottfriedson designed the jerseys that the Blazers wore. He is an incredibly talented artist that created the design which reflects Secwépemc culture and ways. Sc.wén̓wen […]
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‘Everything we hoped it would be’: Rankin Inlet students learn basketball with Sea Bears – Nunatsiaq News
Feb 4, 2025 Coach, player from Winnipeg pro team spend day working with young players More than 100 Rankin Inlet students spent a day last week running, dribbling and shooting hoops with Winnipeg’s elite basketball team. “I think it was just everything we hoped it would be,” said Mike Taylor, head coach for the Winnipeg […]
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Media Advisory — Governor General to cheer on Canadian competitors at the Invictus Games in British Columbia
February 3, 2025 Ottawa, Ontario — Her Excellency the Right Honourable Mary Simon, Governor General of Canada and Mr. Whit Fraser will undertake a visit to British Columbia, from February 5 to 9, 2025. As commander-in-chief of Canada and on behalf of all Canadians, the Governor General will cheer on competitors participating in the 2025 Invictus Games, celebrating the […]
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Greater Victoria Sports Awards Athlete Nominations – ‘Ok’wilagame’ Indigenous Athletes of the Year
The Greater Victoria Sports Awards (GVSA) are looking for nominations for the Alex Nelson ‘Ok’wilagame’ Indigenous Female & Male Athlete of the Year. This award is for athletes from Greater Victoria or with a connection to this region. In 2023, the award was given out to Shalaya Valenzuela (Rugby) and Blake Swan (Lacrosse). The ‘Ok’ilagame’ […]
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Longtime friends bringing ringette to Kuujjuaq this spring – Nunatsiaq News
Feb 3, 2025 Registration opens for March training camp and exhibition game Ringette is coming to Kuujjuaq this spring, thanks to an initiative launched by a couple of former teammates. Linda Guitard, who has lived in the North for nine years including the past three in Kuujjuaq, and Montrealer Louise Duguay are inviting girls and […]
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NFL Canada unveils Indigenous-inspired game ball ahead of Super Bowl LIX – CTV News
February 02, 2025 In a celebration of Indigenous culture and sport, NFL Canada has unveiled a uniquely designed game ball created by Nipissing First Nation artist Quentin Commanda, also known as ‘Que Rock,’ as part of its lead-up to Super Bowl LIX. The initiative is part of a broader partnership with Football Canada and the […]
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