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The Sport for Social Development in Indigenous Communities (SSDIC) component of the Sport Support Program funds eligible organizations to deliver sport for social development projects in Indigenous communities in Canada.

The SSDIC component will offer a flexible program that can be tailored to address the self-identified social objectives of individual Indigenous communities.

Sport for social development

Sport for social development is defined as the use of sport for social development for the purpose of achieving targeted social outcomes. The SSDIC component is a response to the Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada's Calls to Action, which identified 4 key social development needs of Indigenous communities.

Those needs form the specific targeted social outcomes of the SSDIC component:

improved health, education, and employability; and

the reduction of at-risk behaviour.

The SSDIC component is divided into 2 streams.

Stream One

This stream is reserved for established provincial/territorial Aboriginal sport bodies.

Read more about who can apply for funding under Stream One of the SSDIC component.

Stream Two

This stream is open to Indigenous governments, Indigenous communities and other not-for-profit Indigenous and non‑Indigenous delivery organizations collaborating with an Indigenous organization(s).

Read more about who can apply for funding under Stream Two of the SSDIC component.

Submission suspension

Due to the significant degree of oversubscription for Stream 2 of the SSDIC program component for both the 2019-2020 and 2020-2021 fiscal years, please be advised that the call for any further Stream 2 SSDIC applications for the 2020-2021 fiscal year is suspended. Should this situation change, we will post any such update here. The next call for applications for Streams 1 and 2 of the SSDIC is anticipated for the Fall/Winter of 2020 for the 2021-2023 fiscal years. Stream 1 applicants, as targeted recipients of the SSDIC funding, will be addressed and communicated with separately by Canadian Heritage (Sport Canada).

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Sport for Social Development in Indigenous Communities - Canada.ca

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The Sport for Social Development in Indigenous Communities (SSDIC) component of the Sport Support Program funds eligible organizations to deliver sport for social development projects in Indigenous communities in Canada. The SSDIC component will offer a flexible program that can be tailored to address the self-identified social objectives of individual Indigenous communities.

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Canadian Tire's Charity- Jumpstart has a variety of programs focusing on youth involvement in sport. "

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a community.

100% of the funds donated to your local Jumpstart chapter stay in your community, giving kids aged 4-18 equal access to sports and physical activity". What is so interesting is that they have a list of 70+ sporting/activity related activities and growing. Many more sports on the roster than I was originally aware of!
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Support a kid, support a community

100% of your donation goes directly to helping kids access sport and play.
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Play Resources

Check out our Resources for Parents page to access our Play From Home curriculum-based programming, activity videos and ideas, and a collection of play resources offered by our partners.
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If you want to play, we can help! Our Individual Child Grants help families in financial need cover the costs of participating in sport and recreation.
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SUPPORT A KID, SUPPORT A COMMUNITY

100% of your donation goes directly to helping kids access sport and play.
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PLAY RESOURCES

Check out our Resources for Parents page to access our Play From Home curriculum-based programming, activity videos and ideas, and a collection of play resources offered by our partners.
Access Resources for Parents

HELPING KIDS PLAY

If you want to play, we can help! Our Individual Child Grants help families in financial need cover the costs of participating in sport and recreation.
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The Canadian Sport Helpline's goal is to ensure that Canadian sport participants of all levels compete in a safe and welcoming environment, providing advice, guidance and resources.

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At Canadian Tire Jumpstart Charities, we're committed to ensuring kids in need have equal access to sports and physical activity-and an equal chance to be their best.

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Kumudu Weerakkodige

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It's hard to imagine Finland without sports and exercise - keeping fit and active is second nature to the Finns.

According to a survey by the European Commission (2010), Finland tops the podium in physical activity in Europe, and it also places among the most active countries in the world. But we won't rest on our laurels. We're out to become the most active nation of all!

There are many reasons to exercise. You may have a competitive spirit or want to test your limits. You may be aiming to keep fit and look good, or you might simply want to relax and have fun with a group of like-minded people. Most Finns are active because it promotes health and wellbeing.

By Katriina Sahala and Soile Koskela, Finnish Sports Federation (FSF)

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Finland: The frontrunner in sports and fitness - thisisFINLAND

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It's hard to imagine Finland without sports and exercise - keeping fit and active is second nature to the Finns. According to a survey by the European Commission (2010), Finland tops the podium in physical activity in Europe, and it also places among the most active countries in the world.

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Rio de Janeiro - State of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

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An organization that enables you to go and experience another nation while volunteering in a youth sports program

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Description

Location: Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

Duration: Minimum 3 weeks, maximum 6 months commitment

Start Dates: Project is on-going, and you can join at any time, depending upon availability. Arrival dates on the 1st and 3rd Sunday of each month.

Cost: from $645 USD, price staggered for longer stays. See Costs tab for further details

Includes: all accommodation, breakfast, donation to project, orientation, airport pickup, intensive Portuguese lessons course (for stays of 4 weeks+) and integration into the project

Does not Include: lunch & dinner, criminal background check, flights, insurance, visas and vaccinations

Hands-on experience working with child development in vibrant Rio de Janeiro.

Ideal for those studying sports education, community development or anyone with an interest in sports as a form of social empowerment.

Costs Explained

Introduction

This project places you in one of the most iconic cities in the world - Rio de Janeiro. Perhaps best known for the annual Carnaval, the city is also famed for its laid-back attitude, gorgeous beaches including Copacabana and Ipanema and for the simply stunning landscape as pictured on millions of postcard featuring the world-famous 'Christ the Redeemer' statue.

And yet, there is also a dark side to Rio, with the infamous favelas and their drug lords taking centre stage of the widespread social issues connected with the city.

You will be working together with an NGO that was set up as a way to provide help for those at the margins of Brazilian society. The core belief of this organisation centres on the idea of cultural exchange between you as a volunteer and the local community and the long-term benefits this can bring for both sides. These projects are community-run by local people who know the city intimately and understand its needs. This program provides an excellent opportunity for you to gain valuable knowledge and experience while at the same time helping to generate income and employment opportunities in the community. And of course, the benefits of living in one of the most exciting cities in the world!

Daily Life

Not surprisingly, sports - and especially football is a vital part of everyday Brazilian life and the national game is played on nearly every street corner. Brazil is not just famous for its football prowess however; other sports such as capoeira, basketball and many others are also hugely popular. For the children in the favelas, there are few other entertainment options, a factor that unfortunately leads many youth into illegal and dangerous activities in order to pass the time.

Your daily schedule will be worked out together with the in-country coordinator upon arrival in Rio de Janeiro and you may work part- or full time, at least 10 hours a week.

As a volunteer on the sports program, you can help provide a much-needed outlet for these kids and adolescents to play and compete in a safe and friendly environment. You don't have to be an athlete to join the program, however any athletic skills you do have will be greatly appreciated!

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Travel & Accommodation

Upon arrival you will be met at the airport by a project representative and taken to the project HQ.

As a volunteer in Brazil you will be staying in a happy and charming Hostel located on the lower part of Santa Teresa neighbourhood.

The hostel has many leisure areas, free Wi-Fi everywhere, and laundry service. Breakfast is provided and there is a fully equipped kitchen that volunteers can use to prepare other meals. All rooms have lockers (just bring your own lock).

The house has 3 floors. On the first floor there is the reception where you can always find a friendly face, a large living/TV room, a veranda with a bar and tables to chill out, a big kitchen with a dinning area next to it, a big dinning table, and even a music room.

On the second floor there are the shared dorms where our volunteers and other guests stay, and bathrooms. And on the third floor there are private rooms available at an extra fee. The hostel tries to book one room exclusively for the volunteers. However, when this room is full, we accommodate volunteers in other rooms.

All services, such as supermarkets, drugstores, banks (ATMs), bars & restaurants, delis, fruit store, bus stops, and others are literally 5 minutes walking distance. The metro station to get to Ipanema, Copacabana and other areas is only 15 minutes walking distance. Volunteers stay in a peaceful oasis right "next door" to the most vibrant and picturesque area of Rio de Janeiro.

Lapa is Rio's buzzing nightlife spot with lively bars, pumping nightclubs and street parties that last all night. Lapa attracts foreigners and locals every weekend to drink caipirinhas and dance out some moves with many varieties of music playing. Whilst at night it comes alive, during the day it is a quiet neighbourhood where you can wander the winding streets and visit the tourist sites and small bars.

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Requirements

Minimum age 18.

Passion and enthusiasm for working with children, lots of energy and creativity.

No previous skills are necessary, however you will need to speak English at a native or near-native level.

Minimum high school education

CRB (Criminal Background Check) to provide upon arrival.

Necessary vaccinations.

Necessary flightс & visas.

Full travel & medical insurance.

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Extra Activities

This is your key to the top 5 most amazing things you need to see in Brazil. Rio de Janeiro is a cultural hub, and has so much to offer for those who wish to experience the flavor of Latin America. From dancing the Samba to tanning on the beach, this short guide has you covered.

Go to Carnival in Rio

Carnival in Rio is a spectacle that every person should attend. You will have to plan your trip to fall on February 24th-28th, but it is well worth the effort. This four day celebration is a gloriously colorful affair, with Samba music, dancing, parades and food in the streets of Brazil. It falls right before lent, so the point is to get all worldly pleasures out before the abstinence. The festival takes over the entire city, and is a great way to see the true spirit of Brazil. No one knows how to throw a festival like the Brazilians do.

Do an Eco-Tour

A great way to hit all the landmarks in Rio is to take an Eco-Jeep tour of the city. You will have a wonderful guide that will give you a brief introduction to all things Brazilian. The best part: You'll get to see the most iconic landmark in Brazil- the Christ the Redeemer on Carioca Hill.

Visit Ipanema Beach

Take some time to relax at Ipanema Beach during your Brazilian vacation. It is not quite as touristy as Copa and still has all the amenities. Ipanema is close to beautiful neighborhoods and shopping, and has a view of Sugar Loaf mountain in some areas. You can relax on the beach with drinks, swim in the cool and clean water, and sunbathe to your heart's delight.

Rio Antigo

Rio Antigo: the real Brazil. This is a local market that happens in the center of downtown on the first Saturday of every month. You'll find food, vintage booths, music and dancing. Here is Brazilian culture at a local level. The Rio Antigo market is the birthplace of the Samba, and the heart of Brazilian culture. This market is often the highlight of a trip to Rio.

Take a Samba Dancing Lesson

The famous Carnival celebration in Rio de Janeiro centers around this energetic and sexy dance. A vibrant combination of African and Latin America flair, this dance is a giant part of Brazilian culture and heritage. You can either go solo, or with a partner.There are lots of dance schools in Rio de Janeiro that you can choose from. We recommend a combo: dance lessons, and then a dancing tour in the Samba clubs around town!

Costs

* Check the latest currency conversions with xe.com
** Payment of the balance to Brazil incurs a $40 bank transfer fee
*** Places are confirmed with a $150 deposit.

What's Included:

Includes all accommodation, breakfast, donation to project, orientation, airport pickup, in-country support and integration into the project.
Our coordinators will make sure you have everything you need.

What's not included:

Lunch and dinner, flights, insurance, criminal background check, visas (if applicable) and vaccinations. Full assistance will be provided in getting all these arranged if you choose our Premium Support.

You should budget around $100 per week for basic expenses.

Portuguese lessons can be arranged for an additional cost

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We understand there's a great deal to plan and organise for your trip. When booking a Placement, many of our participants choose to purchase our Premium Support Upgrade to benefit from the expertise, knowledge and experience of our Project Coordinators.

We can provide the personal advice you need to ensure your trip is organised with excellence and planned with efficiency; ensuring the very best experience possible. Read more about how we can help you.

FAQ's

Are the vegetarian meal options available?
A: because most volunteers have different eating habits (vegans, kosher, white meat only, etc.) and we cannot cook a whole buffet every day, our programs are self-catered. The house has a fully equipped kitchen that volunteers can use to prepare their meals. Upon arrival volunteers receive guides and maps that include supermarkets and tips of good restaurants.
Brazil is a relatively inexpensive country for foreigners, but it all depends on your lifestyle. A meal at a restaurant may be as cheap as R$ 15.00 in healthy popular restaurants or up to R$ 100.00 in nicer places.
Breakfast is included and consists of: bread/ cake/ cheese/ ham/ jelly/ fruit/ coffee/ milk/ tea.

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Brazil: Youth Sports Program | Global Nomadic

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Location: Rio de Janeiro, Brazil Duration: Minimum 3 weeks, maximum 6 months commitment Start Dates: Project is on-going, and you can join at any time, depending upon availability. Arrival dates on the 1st and 3rd Sunday of each month. Cost: from $645 USD, price staggered for longer stays.

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I love the philanthropic aspect of this organization, that seeks to normalize life through providing sport to marginalized children and youth across the world. Letting kids be kids, no matter where they are born!

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Right To Play protects, educates and empowers children to rise

Every dollar helps them rise

Children are amongst the most vulnerable people in the world. For many, their futures are limited by violence, child labour, early marriage, illiteracy and inequality. They fight to attend and stay in school, to be treated with dignity and respect and to be safe.

Right To Play empowers children to rise above these challenges and find their way back to hope.

Children are amongst the most vulnerable people in the world. For many, their futures are limited by violence, child labour, early marriage, illiteracy and inequality. They fight to attend and stay in school, to be treated with dignity and respect and to be safe.

Right To Play empowers children to rise above these challenges and find their way back to hope.

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Learn more about our partnerships with Canadian communities to support children through the power of play.

Learn more about our partnerships with Canadian communities to support children through the power of play.

Play is powerful

We are transforming the lives of 2.3 million children each week. Using all forms of play - games, sport, poetry, performance, dance, art and music - we create lasting impact and empower children with the knowledge and skills to drive change in their lives, their families and their communities.

We are transforming the lives of 2.3 million children each week. Using all forms of play - games, sport, poetry, performance, dance, art and music - we create lasting impact and empower children with the knowledge and skills to drive change in their lives, their families and their communities.

Meet the Uprisers

Every day the children in our programs rise above challenges that rob them of their dignity, their promise and put them at risk. We honour these Uprisers.

Children like Rhobi, an advocate campaigning to end Female Genital Mutilation in her own family and in her community.

Every day the children in our programs rise above challenges that rob them of their dignity, their promise and put them at risk. We honour these Uprisers.

Children like Julienne, a strident advocate for every girl's right to education.

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You can transform a child's life.

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Right To Play is empowering 1.9 million children every day. Every day millions of children face poverty, war, disease and poor education. For many of them, the future is limited by barriers like child labor, early marriage, illiteracy and inequality. Right To Play empowers children to rise above these challenges, discover possibilities, and find their way back to hope.

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澳大利亚維多利亞省墨尔本

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Melbourne - the Sporting Capital of Australia

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Melbourne - the Sporting Capital of Australia

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Even before coming to Australia, I know there are "Aussie Rules" in many sports. For instance, Australia rules football, it has a large base of followers. The games will be held in different venues across the whole country.

There are so many popular sports here. Personally, my favorite game is Formula 1 Grand Prix. Spectators don't need so much background information, everyone on-site can easily feel the enthusiasm in the course of the game. Each year,  many world-class athletes coming to Melbourne for international sporting events. They have already been part of the city.
-------Xuanqi Li

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I am intrigued by how Denmark prioritizes physical activity in schools by providing educators the training and time needed to facilitate mindful physical education. Children learn at a very young age how important being physically active is for their longterm health.

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A colleague of mine from Australia talked about the incredible sporting environment they had and support for their athletes.  I myself have not been involved but from previous research I have come to understand their commitment to sports and the work they did for the Olympics when held there. Julie Harrington

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GHC Junior Development: The Greensborough Hockey Club is a club with a long tradition of providing young players with a pathway where they can sequentially develop their skills through activities, games, match rules and conditions fitting their stage...

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Sport is at the heart of every community which is why we have helped thousands of sporting clubs, organisations and athletes across Australia with funding.

In the last 30 years we have distributed hundreds of millions of dollars to Aussie sports clubs to help develop an inclusive and active sporting nation, strengthening local communities.

We are committed to an inclusive Australia where everyone can play.

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COVID-19 HAS DEVASTATED AUSSIE SPORTS

Community sports clubs across Australia are closed. Many will find it hard to survive.

Community sports clubs across Australia are closed. Many will find it hard to survive.

The financial impact of COVID-19 is devastating Australian sport-particularly community and club sports that rely on membership fees and local sponsorships to keep the lights on. The Australian Sports Foundation's role is to raise money for sport, and we are launching a national campaign to help community clubs and organisations access funds to recover, but to do this we need your help.

We've created a survey to understand the impact on your club, and the funding needed to help it recover. Currently, over 500 clubs have completed the survey, but there are tens-of-thousands more out there who we haven't heard from and who may miss out on the funding and support we are able to generate. To those involved in community sport across Australia, we want to know who you are, hear your story, and go into bat for community sport.

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Sign up now to begin tax-deductible fundraising to fulfil your sporting needs Sign up now! Sign up now to begin tax-deductible fundraising to fulfil your sporting dreams Sign me up! Watch the video to learn more FOR A SPORTING FUTURE Sport is at the heart of every community which is why we have helped thousands of sporting clubs, organisations and athletes across Australia with funding.

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Salisbury Rovers FC's foundation is built on the right's of children.

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Following our efforts to engage with the FA in relation to the protection of children in our national game (read more ), we have this week released the attached document entitled 'We are asking for an urgent investigation in to our youth game which has been commercialised and commodified. Children's football is now too often confused with the expectations of the adult, or even the professional game, with training from toddler ages, adult objectives and agendas, and the trialling and selection at ever younger ages based on no evidence of benefit.the process.​We think that action should be taken to protect children and their right to play. We believe there is no justification for delay. here the protection of children in football'.

Children are talked at, or talked about as players in an adult game, but they have generally lost any genuine sense of ownership of their own game. Instead, play has been replaced by adult structure. Add to this commercialisation which inevitably introduces economic inequality into

Without clear protections for the rights of children, and their right to be treated as children, this leaves them exposed to potential harm or even exploitation.

We have spoken to leading figures who agree and some have put their name to this document. It has already been shared with some senior political figures.

We invite you to read our statement and approach your own MP with a copy of it.

Why not email them, ask them to read the document and commit to undertaking their own investigations or raising their own questions? ​

You can identify your MP using this link.

You could simply say:

"Dear Mr/Ms XXXX,

We would like to make you aware of the attached document entitled ' the protection of children in football'.

We support its request for an urgent investigation in to our youth game.

​We think that action should be taken to protect children and their right to play.

We invite you to read this document and consider providing us with an undertaking to investigate these matters further.

Kind regards,

XXXX

Please let us know of any responses you receive! We will post the names of supportive MPs here.

Please also share widely within your club, amongst colleagues and on social media.

​It is clearly down to us all to act to create real change for kids!

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I have visited SportScotland headquarters: values based, progressive initiatives, collaborative networks, informative resources

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sportscotland the national agency for sport in Scotland

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sportscotland the national agency for sport. We see a Scotland where sport is a way of life, where sport is at the heart of society.