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Calgary (AB) – Today, during Sport Tourism Canada (STC) Prestige Awards, Calgary National Bank Challenger (Challenger) was named the 2023 Sponsorship Initiative Award Winner at the STC Prestige Awards in Winnipeg, Manitoba. The Prestige Awards recognize exceptional sport tourism initiatives, multi-sport games and Canada’s best national and international events. The Awards are Canada’s largest annual gathering of sport and tourism professionals, event managers and industry suppliers.
MONTREAL/OTTAWA – It is the end of a storied career for Erica Wiebe, as she has decided to retire from competition. The 2016 Olympic gold medalist has accomplished a lot in the sport of wrestling and while she is stepping away from the competition side, Wiebe has already laid the groundwork to continue working in wrestling and sport to help inspire the next generation and contribute to building a safe, inclusive, welcoming sport system in Canada.
An outstanding 100 organizations from across the country will host Canada Soccer’s Free Kicks – Try It Events to help welcome new-to-Canada participants and celebrate inclusion in organized soccer. The events will run from March to May with the support of Canada Soccer’s grassroots development grants and the Government of Canada’s Community Sport for All initiative through the Ministry of Sport and Physical Activity.
In an effort to prevent abuse by parents and some coaches, a minor soccer association in Quebec’s Eastern Townships plans to equip referees with body cameras next season.
Edmonton, AB –In an exciting development for the local sports community, the Edmonton Sport Council is proud to announce its rebranding to “Sport Edmonton”, marking a new chapter for the organization’s commitment to enhancing sport and recreation in the city.
The leader of the second-year club’s braintrust returns as general manager of the Canadian Elite Basketball League’s runner-up squad from last summer.
The Canadian Olympic Committee and Canadian Paralympic Committee requested an additional $104 million in federal funding on Monday. The money would go directly to national sport organizations, whom COC president David Shoemaker described in a press release as being "on the brink of a crisis."
Some fun-loving Calgarians are getting together for a pretty unique golf tournament this weekend
Members of the Calgary Disc Golf Club (CDGC) are holding an indoor event called “Putt-a-palooza.”
Thank you so much CTV Calgary for coming out and chatting with our players, Bryce and zeke about their experience being a part of Lacrossing Barriers!
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While most of the news coverage about maltreatment in sport is focused on sexual abuse, a lesser-discussed, but still prevalent and damaging aspect, is bullying.
Legend Catroina Le May Doan cheers on host-nation athletes in bid to follow in her boots from 1998.
More than 1,500 volunteers will fuel the Special Olympics Canada Winter Games in Calgary from Feb. 27 to March 2, and they’re ready for an action-packed event.
Volunteers crowded the Telus Convention Centre on Sunday, receiving final details on roles and responsibilities for the games. Over the five days, the games will welcome more than 4,000 athletes, coaches, team support staff, families and friends.
Sport has the power to help build stronger and healthier communities. To provide more Canadians with opportunities to experience the transformative power of sport, the Honourable Carla Qualtrough, Minister of Sport and Physical Activity, announced more than $16.7 million in funding through the Community Sport for All Initiative. Through this investment, 39 National Sport Organizations (NSO) will be able to give Canadians access to and stay involved in sport in communities from coast to coast to coast.
For the past three months, Brock McGillis’ schedule has been meticulously planned.
So when he finally gets a chance to exhale next week, McGillis plans on pivoting to a more relaxed agenda.
Today, the organizers of the Calgary National Bank Challenger (The Challenger) announced that the Calgary National Bank Challenger will return for its 5th year. The event takes place at the OSTEN & VICTOR Alberta Tennis Centre. The Challenger is currently the largest international tennis tournament in Canada outside of the National Bank Open (ATP Masters 1000 and WTA 1000 event). The Challenger features many of the best up-and-coming and established stars on the ATP & WTA World Tour.
As the Opening Ceremony of the Special Olympics Canada Winter Games Calgary 2024 approaches, city businesses are embracing the event and lending their support. Safeway, Sobeys and IGA grocery stores throughout Alberta are now carrying a flavourful, non-alcoholic mocktail created by Calgary-based Burwood whose sales will directly support the Special Olympics Canada Winter Games Calgary 2024.
WinSport will finally break ground on its $40-million-plus day lodge overhaul this spring as the aging facilities from the 1988 Olympics begin a long-awaited modernization, the organization’s CEO says.
The Canadian Paralympic Committee (CPC) today announced a new program that will recognize Canadian Paralympians for podium performances, providing a financial reward for medals won at the Paralympic Games.
Chinook Blast 2024 returns to Calgary for its fourth year with lots of “winterful” festivities and high expectations.
In just over one month’s time, more than 4,000 athletes, coaches, officials, and mission staff members, along with their families and friends, will gather in Calgary for the 2024 Special Olympics Canada Winter Games.
Calgary Minor Soccer Association (CMSA) is proud to announce an open market call for naming rights to the Calgary West Soccer Centre (CWSC).
After three years in Montréal, the Judo Canada Open National Championships will return to Alberta next year! The tournament—one of the largest annual judo competitions in Canada, with some 1,000 participants—will be held in Calgary in 2025, 2026, and 2027.
The three-sheet Strait Area Community Curling Club has come to grips with the challenges that face other curling clubs across the country.
Instead of waiting for warmer months to enjoy your favourite outdoor sport, visit these indoor facilities to play golf, baseball, beach volleyball and more all winter long.
Tickets now on sale for ISU World Speed Skating Championships in Calgary
Olympic Oval set to host World Championships for first time in 25 years, February 15-18; Early Bird ticket rate available until December 31
After a debut season that ended in the league championship game, the Calgary Surge announced this week that they are bringing back head coach Nelson Terroba for another season.
Chinook Blast, Calgary’s annual celebration of all things winter, is returning in 2024 with an extra emphasis on sporting events throughout the month of February.
