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Government of Yukon celebrates recipients of the 2024 sport awards
February 18, 2025 This is a joint news release between the Government of Yukon, Yukon Aboriginal Sport Circle, Sport Yukon and Special Olympics Yukon. The Government of Yukon, Sport Yukon, Yukon Aboriginal Sport Circle and Special Olympics Yukon celebrated the territory’s top athletes, coaches and volunteers with an award ceremony on February 17, 2025. The […]
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Minister Dempster Announces Enhancements for Labrador Sport Travel Subsidy
February 17, 2025 In recognition of the Year of Sport in Newfoundland and Labrador, the Honourable Lisa Dempster, Minister of Labrador Affairs, today announced further enhancements to the Labrador Sport Travel Subsidy Program. The Labrador Sport Travel Subsidy Program provides air travel support to Labrador athletes aged 18 and under, Special Olympians and sport organizations […]
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NFN Community Engagement Session – LNHL
Wednesday, February 12, 2025 – NFN members are invited to attend the NFN Community Engagement Session hosted during LNHL. Date: Monday, March 10, 2025 Time: 5 – 7 p.m. Location: Hilton Toronto Markham Suites (8500 Warden Ave., Markham ON L6A 1A5) Parking Pass is Available (click the link to download/print it) Dinner will be provided, members have […]
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Kerry Galusha says she’ll retire after 2025 Scotties- Cabin Radio
February 12, 2025 Kerry Galusha says she will retire from competitive curling this year after more than 20 Scotties Tournament of Hearts appearances for the NWT. Galusha plans to compete at this year’s event before bowing out, her team announced on social media late on Tuesday. “This sport has given me so much over the […]
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Wiikwemkoong teen starring for Windsor Spitfires and impressing NHL scouts – Anishinabek News
February 12, 2025 WINDSOR – Jack Nesbitt’s sophomore season in the Ontario Hockey League is going considerably better than his rookie campaign. As a result, it’s not surprising that Nesbitt, a member of Wiikwemkoong Unceded Territory, is generating plenty of buzz and is considered to be an early-round pick in this year’s National Hockey League […]
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The Invictus Games Vancouver Whistler 2025 Kick Off with Patriotic ‘Paddle Together’ Ceremony Celebrating the Invictus Spirit
February 9, 2025 Vancouver, BC, Let the Invictus Games Vancouver Whistler 2025 begin! A spectacular Opening Ceremony at Vancouver’s sold-out BC Place Stadium – with 500+ enthusiastic competitors from 23 Nations, an unprecedented talent lineup, inspiring guest speaker remarks including Presenting Partners ATCO and Boeing, and unbridled excitement – has kicked off nine days of […]
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Full steam ahead for new Nunavut girls’ hockey association – Nunatsiaq News
Feb 10, 2025 Nunavut Fury to host training camp in Rankin Inlet at same time territorial tournament is on The newly formed Nunavut Fury Hockey Association is set to launch in Rankin Inlet this week with its first under-19 women’s hockey camp. It starts one day before the under-19 women’s territorial hockey tournament, which goes […]
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Government of Canada investing $24.2 million in Indigenous sport programs to empower First Nations, Inuit and Métis communities
From: Canadian Heritage The Government of Canada is committed to supporting First Nations, Inuit and Métis communities in building strong and healthy communities across the country. The transformative power of sport is key to achieving this goal. Today, the Honourable Terry Duguid, Minister of Sport and Minister responsible for Prairies Economic Development Canada, announced the […]
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‘A symbol of honour and respect’: Here’s a look at the Regina Pats’ Indigenous themed jerseys – CTV News
February 07, 2025 The Regina Pats recently unveiled special themed jerseys for their Indigenous celebration night on Friday when they host the Wenatchee Wild. Conceptual designer Rodger Ross says when he first heard the Pats were in need of the special sweaters, the inspiration was instant. “I thought of the morning star right away,” he […]
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Ontario First Nation artist designs Super Bowl football – NorfolkToday.ca
Feb 7, 2025 Quentin Commanda, an artist from Nipissing First Nation, has created a special football for Super Bowl LIX. The 44-year-old, also known as Que Rock, was chosen by NFL Canada to design an official football as part of the lead-up to Sunday’s big game in New Orleans. Commanda’s design is inspired by Anishinaabe […]
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