The OSC Board of Directors has approved a new, 3-year strategic plan. It lays out an ambitious collection of services and programs to meet the needs of the local amateur sport community through three delivery streams- Champion, Educate, Connect.
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The Ottawa Sport Council believes that there should only be positive experiences in sport. Understanding the importance of an inclusive sport environment can help sport organizations reduce barriers to participation, which can increase the number of people who experience sport in a positive way.
Under the leadership of the Ottawa Sport Council, The Belonging Playbook has been developed to help community sport organizations remove barriers to access to foster more welcoming and inclusive environments. This free resource hub focussing on equity, diversity, and inclusion is based on best practices with the goal of ensuring that all feel welcome in community sport. The resource hub is a living document. Content will be added as new information and resources become available.
In 2023, the Sport Information Research Council (SIRC) published an article about a culture that has contributed to a diminishing supply of officials. This includes issues surrounding abuse, a lack of organizational support, and a lack of compensation.
Getting more exercise is likely on New Year’s Resolutions lists of many people all over the world. Part of that resolution might involve getting active and getting outside more often. It is certainly a great way to keep that resolution and improve your overall physical and mental health. But for those of us that live […]
2023 marked the 10th anniversary of the Ottawa Sport Council and offered the opportunity to reflect on
the OSC’s work over the last decade, and look forward to the future.
The Ottawa Sport Council is pleased to announce the hiring of its new project manager, Luke McGrath.
The Ottawa Sport Council is hosting its ninth annual Ottawa Sport Summit, “The Past, Present, and Future of Community Sport in Ottawa,” on Saturday, November 18, at the RA Centre (Clark Hall). As the event approaches, it’s a great time to reflect on the role of artificial intelligence (AI) in sport, both presently and in the future. AI is already playing a pivotal role in changing the way we experience and consume sports. It has been making inroads into various industries and sectors, including sports, for several decades. To learn more about this topic and similar factors that can influence the future of sport, register for the Ottawa Sport Summit before November 16.
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Peter Nor – President, Rideau Winter Trail of Ottawa
"Peter has taught me - and many others - about the importance of urban winter trails in our communities and the value that they bring to local residents. And I now know a heck of a lot about the science involved in grooming a trail (and there is a lot of science involved!) - too warm, too cold, too much snow, not enough snow - that's all important when it comes to deciding when to groom and how to groom. And Peter knows his stuff!" – Martha Jeacle, Rideau Winter Trail Volunteer
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