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This document offers a comprehensive understanding of Saskatchewan Sport Inc. (SSI) and its various programs aimed at developing sports across Saskatchewan. SSI serves as a unified voice for sport, advocating for over 70 member organizations and representing more than 340,000 registered individuals. It operates the unique Saskatchewan Lotteries program in partnership with the provincial government, allocating funds to numerous sports initiatives. Key programs include community grants, membership assistance, and youth camps, all focused on enhancing physical literacy and fostering lifelong participation in sport.
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OBJECTIVE To provide a general understanding of Sask Sport and the programs available for developing sport in Saskatchewan.
OUTLINE • SSI Background • Programs Available • CS4L/LTAD Partnerships
Federation of non-profit provincial sport and service organizations • Sask Sport Inc. was founded to present a unified voice for sport, to establish a fundraising program and to develop collective programs and services beneficial to sport. • Advocates to the public and government on behalf of 70 active & affiliate members. • More than 340,000 people are registered members in sport today
Partnership with Gov’t of Saskatchewan • SSI operates Saskatchewan Lotteries as the fundraiser for sport, culture, and recreation on behalf of The Provincial Government – this is unique to Canada • Agreement allows Sask Sport to conduct, manage and market lotteries and allocate funds. • Net lottery proceeds are placed in the Saskatchewan Lotteries Trust Fund.
PROGRAMS & SERVICESAvailable • Community Grant Program • Provincial Sport Organization Grants (to SVA) • Membership Assistance Program (MAP Grants) • Club Teams (Arima, Age Class) • Volleyball Camps • Atomic Programs • Beach Volleyball
Canadian Sport for Life • A coordinated strategy to increase Physical Literacy levels of Saskatchewan people. • Saskatchewan children will have the opportunity to acquire fundamental movement and sport skills so as to enhance growth and physical development and become life-long participants in sport and physical activity.
Strategic Priorities • Education and Awareness • Strategic Partnerships • Sport System Coordination • Research, Evaluation and Building Successes
WEB SITE ADDRESS www.sasksport.sk.ca