ISPARC (Indigenous Sport, Physical Activity and Recreation Council)
ISPARC is a provincial organization in British Columbia that supports Indigenous youth and communities through sport and physical activity. It creates opportunities for participation in a wide range of sports and recreation programs that are designed to be inclusive and accessible. The organization also focuses on supporting Indigenous athletes as they grow in their skills and confidence. Through its work, ISPARC helps to promote healthy living while also encouraging connection, leadership, and pride among Indigenous youth across the province.
To learn more, visit their website below:
Coastal Wave Basketball
Coastal Wave Basketball empowers Indigenous youth, with a special focus on girls, through culturally safe and inclusive basketball programming. By combining sport with cultural pride and strong community connections, the program supports confidence, well-being, and a sense of belonging, grounded in the belief that community supports community both on and off the court.
Did You Know? This past June (2026), Coastal Wave Basketball hosted its first-ever Indigenous youth tournament at the University of Victoria. Over 650 Indigenous athletes came together for this historic event, marking the first time UVic has hosted an all-Indigenous sporting tournament.
Read more about this Indigenous basketball tournament through the website linked below:
To learn more, visit their website below:
Fusion West’s Lacrosse
