To mark this year’s RBC Sports Day in Canada — a national celebration of sport — the Sunshine Coast Regional District (SCRD) is hosting “Sports Week” from Nov. 21 to 29.
“We are thrilled to be part of RBC Sports Day in Canada,” said SCRD recreation coordinator Adrianne Gadd. “The Sunshine Coast Regional District has a long tradition of supporting its local sports teams and clubs. Sport and recreation is great for our community and is something we can all get behind.”
With funding from the RBC Sports day in Canada grant, the SCRD is hosting a series of free “try it” sports activities for youth and all ages which include, ultimate frisbee, water polo, pickleball, field lacrosse, ringette, and Dance Pl3y.
This Saturday, Nov. 22, a sport fair will take place at the Sunshine Coast Arena in Sechelt from 1 to 4 p.m. where local sports clubs will be presenting and providing information about their programs. Schedules and additional information are available at www.scrd.ca/SCRD-Recreation.
“Sport participation is on the decline in Canada, particularly among youth aged 15 to 18. Celebrations such as RBC Sports Day in Canada are a great way for individuals to get moving and they act as a great reminder to participate in sport on a daily basis.” Added Gadd.
According to Canada’s Physical Activity Guidelines, only five per cent of Canadian children and youth exercise 60 minutes per day and only 15 per cent of adults get the recommended 150 minutes per week of activity.
A cheque presentation will take place on Nov. 22 at the Sunshine Coast Arena at 3:30 p.m. for the RBC Learn to Play Project Grant. Grant funds will help the SCRD develop a school Learn to Skate program in 2015.
“At the centre of the RBC Learn to Play Project is a charitable commitment to support organizations, such as the SCRD that are working hard to deliver quality sport and recreation programs for all ages,” added SCRD board chair Garry Nohr. “The RBC grant will help us build a better and stronger community, while also encouraging our residents to become healthier and more physically active.”
