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Ontario Coaches Summit Series

Ontario Coaches Summit Series

  January 21, 2023

  Virtual

Presented by the Coaches Association of Ontario (CAO), the next Ontario Coaches Summit is coming January 21, 2023 for $0 early bird! The new Ontario Coaches Summit Series will continue to feature professional development sessions from experts around the world, now spread across multiple dates in the calendar year to better accommodate our coaches’ seasons and schedules offering both subsidized in-person and virtual events. 

Our second installment of the series continues virtually on January 21. The event will see top experts from around the world including acclaimed authors, professional coaches, and sport science experts coming together to provide Ontario coaches with tangible takeaways for shaping the future of coaching and sport. The series continues with the third installment taking place in-person in Oakville, ON on March 25, 2023. 

Tickets are $0 for the January 21st event until January 3, 2023! (The Rowan’s Law session ONLY will remain FREE after January 3) 
Save up to 35% off by purchasing your March 25th event ticket by January 21st! 

Education is a journey, not a destination. Continue your journey at Ontario’s premier sport leadership event and register for #OCSS! 

Through the support of the Government of Ontario, the CAO’s Coaching Enhancement Funding Programs enable Ontario coaches to participate in these professional development opportunities at subsidized rates. Since 2007, the CAO’s leadership events have become signature dates on the provincial sport calendar, creating an opportunity for coaches, teachers, administrators and everyone with a passion for sport to gain valuable insight into shaping the future of coaching and sport.

Dates and Times in America/Toronto Time Zone

Saturday, January 21

09:30 AM – 10:45 AM

Image of The Voice of Change: Paving The Way for Others to Follow

The Voice of Change: Paving The Way for Others to Follow

Akim Aliu

11:15 AM – 12:30 PM

Image of Easing the Pain of Cutting Kids: Increasing Athlete Engagement & Participation

Easing the Pain of Cutting Kids: Increasing Athlete Engagement & Participation

  Lauren Sulz   Douglas Gleddie

Image of Learn to Thrive: What's Trust Got to Do With Building Thriving Athletes

Learn to Thrive: What’s Trust Got to Do With Building Thriving Athletes

  Dr. Luc Martin   Cailie McGuire

Image of You are the Designated Person under Rowan's Law - Now What? Ethical and Legal obligations for Coaches

You are the Designated Person under Rowan’s Law – Now What? Ethical and Legal obligations for Coaches

  Dr. Dan Cass   Stephanie Cowle   Rashan Edwards   Michelle Kropp

01:00 PM – 02:15 PM

Image of Creating a Sleep Hygiene Strategy to Awaken the Champion Within: Sleep In To Win

Creating a Sleep Hygiene Strategy to Awaken the Champion Within: Sleep In To Win

  Dr. Amy Bender

Image of You are the Designated Person under Rowan's Law - Now What? Ethical and Legal obligations for Coaches

You are the Designated Person under Rowan’s Law – Now What? Ethical and Legal obligations for Coaches

  Dr. Dan Cass   Stephanie Cowle   Rashan Edwards   Michelle Kropp

Image of Improving Range of Motion: Alternative Forms of Stretching to Enhance Flexibility

Improving Range of Motion: Alternative Forms of Stretching to Enhance Flexibility

  Dr. David Behm

02:30 PM – 03:45 PM

Image of Unlocking the Science of Team Chemistry

Unlocking the Science of Team Chemistry

  Jean François Ménard   André Lachance

OFSAA – Why I Coach?

OFSAA is excited to release our new video series –  “Why I Coach”.

Developed and produced by Ellum Media, the goal of the video series is to advocate for coaching at the high school level in Ontario.

“The opportunity to work with OFSAA and the three coaches we filmed with is one we won’t forget at Ellum,” said Liam Afonso, Co-Founder & CEO, Ellum Media. “Each video is a portrait and they are painted as heroes on the screen – because that is what they are to students. These are universal stories. Everyone can remember being in their formative years and the people they looked up to at school. Ellum is thankful to work with OFSAA to help represent these coaches as the heroes they are.”

OFSAA would like to extend our gratitude and thanks to the teacher-coaches who participated in the project:

  • Kwame Aidoo – Mother Teresa Catholic Secondary School in London (WOSSAA)
  • Katie Gilmor – Eastview Secondary School in Barrie (GBSSA)
  • Kyle-Patrick Dennis – St. David Catholic Secondary School in Waterloo (CWOSSA)

Please visit our YouTube Channel (/OFSAA) here to view the three :30 videos and the master cut video (:60).

Learn more about Ellum Media here.

Ellum Media On Site at Eastview SS

Ellum Media filming at Eastview Secondary School in Barrie, ON.

OFSAA – New Podcast! From The Sandlots To The Show!

You don’t have to be a baseball fan to enjoy the roundtable on this particular show – but – Toronto Blue Jays fans will most certainly enjoy it.

Blue Jays Sportsnet Central analyst Joe Siddall checks in and delivers messages for all coaches drawn from his years as a high school coach in his hometown of Windsor after a career in the big leagues.

Joe started in the Southwestern Ontario baseball sandlots as a kid and his hard work and talent took him all the way to “The Show” with Montreal, Florida and Detroit in the 1990s.

His career path of seizing opportunities and stories of readiness will undoubtedly have an impact on listeners.

Long-time OFSAA Baseball builder, Brian Riddell, is alongside on the conversation. Brian has a passion for school sport and his encyclopedic baseball knowledge shines through here. We hope that you enjoy this Siddall and Riddell episode.

Listen here or simply go to the platform where you like to get your podcasts when you’re on the move!

Be sure to check out the bio of Joe Siddall HERE.

OFSAA Fall 2022 Newsletter

UPCOMING KEY DATES FOR 2022-23(click on links for more information)NOVEMBER 15:  Convenor Workshop (Zoom)
NOVEMBER 17:  National Jersey Day 
NOVEMBER 24-26:  Girls’ Basketball Championships NOVEMBER 24-26:  Boys’ Volleyball Championships 
NOVEMBER 28-30:  Football Bowls Series Festival (Guelph)
NOVEMBER 28:  Transfer Appeal Applications Due
DECEMBER 1 & 2:  Representatives’ Council Meeting (In Person)
DECEMBER 13:  Board of Reference Transfers
FEBRUARY 10:  Executive Council Meeting 
APRIL 19:  Executive Council Meeting 
APRIL 20 & 21:  Annual General Meeting (In Person)
JUNE 19:  Executive Council Meeting 
It’s back for another year – OFSAA Tryday!! Check it out and apply HERE!
NEW REGIONAL EVENTS OFF & RUNNING!Take advantage of an OFSAA Regional Event Honorarium today! We want to keep the momentum of students getting active and having fun again like we saw here in Toronto with Rugby 7s in late October. Apply now HERE.Upload your photo of the champions HERE.


CELEBRATING 75 YEARS IN 2023-24!Next year is a milestone year! Established in 1948, OFSAA is planning to commemorate its ‘Diamond Anniversary’ throughout the next school year. Help us get started! Take part in our Logo Design Contest where one winning student will be awarded a special Canuckstuff apparel prize pack. Learn more HERE.

This fall, OFSAA is looking forward to the release of a new video and poster series entitled, “Why I Coach”. The short videos will be available on our digital platforms and at ofsaa.on.ca.
Please keep in mind that the OFSAA Teacher-Coach Course Subsidy is available again in 2022-23. Learn more HERE.STUDENT-ATHLETE SPORTS SUBSIDYPlease visit our website HERE to gain more information about the OFSAA Student-Athlete Subsidy. Subsidies will be provided on a first-come, first-served basis due to defined funding. Don’t delay – take advantage now for this school year! The winter sports deadline is January 31st and the spring sports deadline is April 28th.

OFSAA WELCOMES NEW PARTNER!We are very excited about a new partnership agreement involving Hudl becoming the Exclusive Video Analysis Solution of OFSAA! The goal is to empower sports teams and athletes to achieve their goals with best-in-class software and hardware. Video sharing, game breakdowns and video products – it’s all here in the platform. Learn more about Hudl and the partnership HERE.




CIAAA COURSES COMING!

CIAAA COURSES COMING!OFSAA, in cooperation with the CIAAA, will offer at least three online Leadership Training Program (LTP) courses early in 2023. Each course is $125 for CIAAA members and $175 for non-members. Learn more HERE.

LEGAL ISSUES 1 – The Basics of Negligence, Liability & Risk Management (504C), January 19
CREATING YOUR ATHLETIC HANDBOOK (602C) – Two nights in February (TBA)
LEGAL ISSUES 11 – Enhanced Legal Topics For The Athletic Administrator (506C), February 16
 
INTRODUCING THE HONOURABLE MAYOR RITSMA!OFSAA extends sincere congratulations to the new mayor of Stratford, MARTIN RITSMA. Martin served as president of OFSAA from 2008 to 2010. We know that he will tackle the new duties with his customary passion, high-energy and enthusiasm.
Best of luck, Martin!SCHOOL SPORTS ARE BACK IN FULL SWING!
Look sharp in colourful OFSAA-branded hoodies & tees this fall & winter! 
The OFSAA SHOP is your destination!
Visit HERE.


OFSAA on TikTok is gaining momentum!
Join the crowd and give us a follow at @ofsaaofficial
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NBIAA-ASINB Job Opportunities

NEW BRUNSWICK INTERSCHOLASTIC ATHLETIC ASSOCIATION
ASSOCIATION SPORTIVE INTERSCOLAIRE DU NOUVEAU-BRUNSWICK

JOB POSTING
Assistant Executive Director

About the New Brunswick Interscholastic Athletic Association (NBIAA)
The NBIAA is the governing body of high school sports, where we create, promote and facilitate positive sporting experiences in an educational environment in the province of New Brunswick. We are a non-profit association made up of 76 public and private member schools and offer 16 sporting activities to approximately 16,000 student athletes. The NBIAA office is located in Fredericton, New Brunswick.

Job Objective
The Assistant reports to the Executive Director and to the Executive Committee and is responsible for a variety of duties that will assist in the overall efficiency of the association.

Responsibilities
• Supports and assists the Executive Director in sports administration tasks and projects.
• Monitors and updates the online registration system with respective deadlines.
• Assists in keeping the Association’s website up to date with information and events.
• Coordinate the purchasing and distribution of awards and publications.
• Assists in the coordination of the association’s Athlete of the Month and Annual Awards Banquet.
• Assist in coordinating and attending Executive Committee meetings and report on areas required.
• Responds to incoming requests, inquiries and correspondence from our members in an appropriate and
professional manner.
• Ability to communicate effectively with the Executive Director and to keep them informed of information
that impacts the association, its members and its programs.
• Types, proofreads and translates correspondence, forms and other documents.
• Other related duties as assigned.

Essential Qualifications
• A degree, diploma or equivalent experience in the field of Sport Management, Physical Education or
Recreation.
• Minimum of two (2) years’ experience working in business administration, non-profit organization or within
the sports and education system.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in both English and French (Advanced +).
• Excellent communication, organization and interpersonal skills.
• Computer literacy and strong keyboarding skills.

Preferred Assets
• Technological competent in Microsoft Office and social media platforms.
• Detail oriented and works with a high degree of accuracy.
• Ability to multitask and prioritize in an environment with multiple deadlines and concurrent activities.
• Must be able to take initiative and to complete projects with limited supervision.
• Ability to work some evenings and weekends, as well as travel within the province during NBIAA sporting events.

This is a full-time position with a work schedule of 40 hours per week. Salary range of $50,000 to $55,000 based on qualifications and experience, along with RRSP contributions and medical & dental benefits. NBIAA employees are not participants in the NB Government Pension System.

Qualified individuals are invited to submit a concise cover letter and a resume outlining salary expectations, employment experiences, educational qualifications and names of three work related references with telephone numbers to the NBIAA – ASINB Executive Director by email: allyson.ouellette@gnb.ca no later than November 18, 2022. Only candidates who have been selected for an interview will be contacted.

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JOB POSTING
Administrative Assistant

About the New Brunswick Interscholastic Athletic Association (NBIAA)
The NBIAA is the governing body of high school sports, where we create, promote and facilitate positive sporting experiences in an educational environment in the province of New Brunswick. We are an association made up of 76 public and private member schools and offer 16 sporting activities to approximately 16,000 student-athletes. The NBIAA office is located in Fredericton, New Brunswick.

Job Objective
The Administrative Assistant reports to the Executive Director and to the Executive Committee and is responsible for the coordination and management of a variety of administrative functions for the association.
Responsibilities
• Maintains the financial records of the Association, which includes all account debits and credits, financial
budget and year-end review.
• Coordinate meeting logistics and keeps accurate minutes to be circulated to all members.
• Types, proofreads and translates correspondence, forms and other documents.
• Responds to incoming requests, inquiries and correspondence from our members in an appropriate and professional manner.
• Handle telephone reception and perform several general office duties including, but not limited to;
postage/shipping, filing and data entry.
• Assists in the distribution of regional to provincial packages and awards.
• Ability to communicate effectively with the Executive Director and to keep them informed of information that impacts the association, its members and its programs.
• Assists in the maintenance of the Association’s website.
• Supports and assists the Executive Director in sports administration tasks and projects.
• Other administrative related duties as assigned.

Essential Qualifications
• Graduate of a recognized Business / Office Administration Program or equivalent.
• Minimum of two (2) years’ experience in office administration.
• Excellent administrative, organizational and time management skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills required in both English and French (Advanced +).
• Computer literacy and strong keyboarding skills.

Preferred Assets
• Technological competent in Microsoft Office and Sage Accounting Software.
• Detail oriented and works with a high degree of accuracy.
• Ability to multitask and prioritize in an environment with multiple deadlines and concurrent activities.
• Must be able to take initiative and to complete projects with limited supervision.

This position could be full-time or part-time starting as soon as possible, with a flexible work schedule. The salary range is between $22 – $28 per hour based on qualifications and experience. There is the opportunity for a 6-8 weeks’ vacation, plus medical & dental benefits. NBIAA employees are not participants in the NB Government Pension System.

Qualified individuals must submit a concise cover letter and resume outlining salary expectations, employment experiences, educational qualifications and names of three work related references with telephone numbers to the NBIAA – ASINB Executive Director by email: allyson.ouellette@gnb.ca as soon as possible. Only candidates who have been selected for an interview will be contacted.

BCSS Job Postings – Apply NOW!

BC School Sports Job Postings

BC School Sports is excited to offer the below job opportunites.  Please review the job postings for job descriptions and application instructions.

PDF icon Job posting- Asst Director Sport (2022).pdf

PDF icon Job Posting – Sport & Events Coordinator (2022).pdf

PDF icon Job Posting- Communications and Content Coordinator (2022).pdf

PDF icon General Manager BC School Sports Properties.pdf

BC SCHOOL SPORTS AND PLAYFLY SPORTS ANNOUNCE 10-YEAR MULTIMEDIA RIGHTS AGREEMENT

BC SCHOOL SPORTS AND PLAYFLY SPORTS ANNOUNCE 10-YEAR MULTIMEDIA RIGHTS AGREEMENT

Burnaby, BC – BC School Sports (BCSS) and Playfly Sports, the emerging leader in
sports marketing, media, and technology, announced today a ground-breaking tenyear multimedia rights agreement, the first of its kind for any amateur sport body in Canada. The deal makes Playfly BCSS’ exclusive rights holder and sponsorship arm effective immediately.


“We are thrilled to announce this exciting partnership,” said Jordan Abney, Executive
Director for BC School Sports. “It’s a total game changer for school sport in BC. Playfly
is an incredibly innovative company, which shares our values in putting student athletes first and providing quality and memorable experiences. This is going to be transformational for our organization.”

Playfly will hold the media and sponsorship rights for BCSS. This will allow Playfly to leverage their diverse and notable sponsorship, marketing, and media solutions to grow the BCSS brand, and awareness about the significant role school sport plays in communities across the province while elevating the experience for student-athletes.

“Our team is honored to have the trust and confidence of Mr. Abney and the BCSS Board of Directors,” said Chuck Schmidt, Vice President, and Executive Director for Playfly Sports Properties. “Jordan and BCSS are focused on creating opportunities for the students and member schools they serve; we are thrilled to be a part of the BCSS Team and supporting its mission.”

BCSS joins an impressive and growing portfolio of over 35 major NCAA Division 1 postsecondary athletic programs and state high school associations that are managed by Playfly through integrated capabilities that expand beyond traditional multimedia rights including naming rights and valuation consulting, esports program development, digital technology offerings, and unique sponsorship innovations.

“BCSS underwent a significant organizational change in 2021, and one of the key elements of those then-proposed changes, was the ability to create this type of opportunity across our organization and all 19 of our sports” Abney explained. “To be able to deliver on this so quickly, and to do it with Playfly, the North American leader in this space, is a great step forward for BCSS, our member schools and most importantly, our student-athletes. We are so honoured that Playfly has chosen to enter the Canadian market with us as their partner. I have no doubt this will set the standard for interscholastic sport in Canada moving forward.”

About BC School Sports
BC School Sports is a voluntary organization of over 440 public and independent member schools in British Columbia. It is the governing body for school sport and with our member schools, coordinates and delivers opportunities for interschool competition in over 19 activities to over 76,000 student-athletes in Grades 8 to 12 each year. BCSS delivers 62 provincial championships annually to over 14,000 student athletes, the pinnacle of interscholastic competition each year.

About Playfly Sports
Playfly Sports is a full-service sports marketing company operating where sports marketing, media & technology converge. Playfly Sports drives outcome-based solutions for brands reaching approximately 83% of all US sports fans generating over 230bn impressions each year in pro, college, and high school sports. Utilizing the influence and durability of local sports fandom, Playfly Sports exclusive rights in the
NBA, NHL, MLB, NCAA, esports, and high school sectors drive value for our local, regional, and national brand partners. Playfly’s insights-infused multimedia and tech platforms drive innovation through scaled linear, digital, in-venue, and experiential marketing and engagement assets. Playfly Sports has the unique ability to partner, innovate, and advance the aspirations of athletes, brands, academic institutions, and sports fans across the U.S. Playfly Sports is Igniting Brands through the Love of Fans.
Visit Playfly Sports online at Playfly.com and follow Playfly Sports on LinkedIn, Twitter, and Facebook: @PlayflySports. www.Playfly.com.

Media Contacts:
BC School Sports
Jordan Abney
Executive Director
jabney@bcschoolsports.ca
604-477-1488

Playfly Sports
Charles Schmidt
Vice President, High School Division
Playfly Sports
Charles.schmidt@Playfly.com
480-276-6468

PHE Canada Launches $2M School Sport and Physical Activity Grant Program

PHE Canada Launches $2M School Sport and Physical Activity Grant Program

PHE Canada is proud to announce funding from Sport Canada to increase the physical activity of Kindergarten to Grade12/CEGÉP students across Canada through the Access to Action Grant Program.

Access to Action is a national grant program that will support equity-deserving children and youth (including Indigenous, Black, cultural or ethnic minority, 2SLGBTQ+, students with disabilities, and newcomers) across the country, in accessing high quality sport and physical activity programming before, during, and after school.

Access to Action grants will support projects related to any areas in school sport, physical activity, and physical education. Grants typically range from $500 – $5,000 per recipient. However, all requests will be considered based on the potential impact, and up to $20,000 may be awarded as one grant.

Application Period: October 6, 2022 – February 28, 2023
APPLY NOW
For the 2022-2023 school year, Access to Action will fund a minimum of 500 physical activity and/or sport programs. Grants will enable schools to create meaningful relationships with community sport organizations and opportunities to engage equity-deserving youth in physical activity and sport. 

Who is eligible to receive funding? 
As the only school-based program funded through the COVID recovery fund (Community Sport for All Initiative), Access to Action is uniquely positioned to reach schools across Canada. 

The primary applicant must be a registered school/board/division or community organizationin Canada, such as:
– Elementary, intermediate, or secondary publicly funded schools
– First Nations, Métis, and Inuit elementary, intermediate, secondary schools and educational programs
– Educational institutions in Canada (e.g., First Nations Education Departments, school boards/divisions, etc.)
– Supervised alternative learning schools/boards/divisions (e.g., special education; Care, Treatment, Custody and Corrections Programs (CTCC) programs; schools for the deaf or hard of hearing and blind; demonstration schools; etc.) 
– Private schools that serve higher proportions of equity-deserving populations, with a particular focus on those disengaged from sport and physical activity
Community organizations

For additional information regarding the Access to Action Grant Program, please visit phecanada.ca/accesstoaction.
Read the Full Announcement