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Indigenous Peoples

"Physical literacy is the motivation, confidence, physical competence, knowledge, and understanding to value and take responsibility for engagement in physical activities for life." - The International Physical Literacy Association, May 2014

Indigenous Long–Term Participant Development Pathway

The Indigenous Long-Term Participant Development Pathway is a reference for those who work with Indigenous participants in sport and recreation.

Indigenous Communities: Active for Life

This resource was created for community leaders looking for culturally-tailored resources to create quality experiences in sport and activity.

Help for Healthcare Providers

This resource, presented by the Canadian Paralympic Committee, offers simple and straightforward talking points for healthcare providers.

Indigenous Long-Term Participant Development Pathway - Sport Organization Guide

This resource was created to give sport organizations an appreciation for, and the knowledge to, maximize collaboration with the Indigenous sport system.

Standing Bear

A youth leadership program developed by Indigenous Sport & Wellness Ontario, that is designed to strengthen individual and community wellness.

Rowan’s Law: Concussion Awareness Resources

As awareness about the outcomes of concussions has increased, the Canadian sport sector has stepped up to proactively manage and prevent concussions in sport.

Policy on Aboriginal Peoples’ Participation in Sport

Sport Canada’s Policy on Aboriginal Peoples’ Participation in Sport aims to ensure that the vision of the Canadian Sport Policy is inclusive.

Indigenous Sport & Wellness Ontario (ISWO)

The designated Provincial/Territorial Aboriginal Sporting Body for Ontario serving all Indigenous Peoples, ISWO is a provincial body with regional delivery systems.

The Aboriginal Sport Circle (ASC)

ASC is Canada's national voice for Aboriginal sport, physical activity, and recreation bringing together the interests of First Nations, Inuit and Métis people.

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Fostering Quality Participation for Children and Youth With Intellectual Disabilities

Fostering Quality Participation for Children and Youth With Autism

Fostering Quality Participation for Athletes with a Disability

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