Scott McRoberts & Clay Melnikecommunitysportcouncils.com

OverviewWho is CSCO?History of Sport Councils in OntarioTrends in Community CouncilsChallenges in Community Sport & Recreation Benefits of Community Sport CouncilsCSCO & Municipalities – Best PracticesHow CSCO can assist you in your

community?

The History of the CSCO The Board & Staff The 2011 Trillium Grant How we Assist Communities Consultations The Website -

wwwcommunitysportcouncil.com

Strategic Planning and Governance Program Design Educational Events (workshops, training programs, and

certification)

Feasibility Studies and Market Analysis Grant Writing Assistance Research Long Term Community Sport Strategies

The purpose of the grant is to develop frameworks for community partnerships around CS4L and Physical Literacy programming. We are working with 5 municipalities

(Create a list with the participants)

Growing local sport tourism – US examples, Expanding emphasis on sport and

recreation as an antidote to obesity Link between, sport and community

partners – Municipality, Education, Health & Tourism

Endorsement of Canadian Sport for Life and recognition that sport has great potential to help build healthier communities… Physical Literacy

Recreation / Recreation / PhysicalPhysicalActivityActivity

Physical LiteracyPhysical Literacy

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eeEvery child should be physically literate (competent in fundamental movement and sport skills)

There is an optimal development pathway from playground/pond to podium

CS4L Movement Every Canadian should be physically active for life through participation in sport and recreation

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PHYSICAL LITERACY PHYSICAL LITERACY

IMPROVED PERFORMANCE

IMPROVED PERFORMANCE

LIFELONG PARTICIPATION

LIFELONG PARTICIPATION

Physical Literacy: What Exactly is it?

Physical literacy is the development of fundamentalmovement skills and fundamental sport skills

that permit a child to move confidently andwith control, in a wide range of physical activity, rhythmic(dance) and sport situations.

Physical literacy also includes the ability to “read” what is going on around them in an activity setting and react appropriately to those events.

Physical Literacy: Acquiring skills and confidence allowsindividuals to enjoy a variety of sports and physical activities

Where is Physical Literacy Developed?

• On the ground• In and on the water• On snow and ice• In the air

Developing physical literacy in a variety of indoor and outdoor environments is the basis for participating in a wide range of sports and physical activities.

When to Develop Physical Literacy

The most important step toward developing physical literacy is the mastering of fundamental movement skills, but mastery does not happen all at once.

For almost every skill, a developing child needs to go through a series of developmental stages

As suggested in a CS4L 2010 discussion paper:

1. Support the involvement of everyone2. Audit existing equipment and facilities3. Public active living opportunities for all ages4. Equal opportunity for recreation & competition5. Fair and equal access of all facilities6. Forefront of physical literacy programming7. Facilitate partnerships

Alignment in the CommunityAlignment in the Community

Parks & RecClub Sport

Schools

Facility Access

Public Health

Physical Activity & Wellness

Public “reach” Coaches, volunteers

1. CS4L 6 Canadian Cities across Canada – Vancouver, Edmonton, Red Deer, Winnipeg, Cochrane & Chelsea

2. Ontario CSCO & the Province of Ontario 5 communities – Orillia, Aurora, Northumberland, Sudbury & Niagara Region

• Simple: we can do more together• Sharing information, best practices• Liaison, advocacy, point of contact• Education and sport development• Partnering to host events, generate

funding • Support and assist sport volunteers

A solid community sport club…

GOOD GOVERNANCE:Well run, responsive, sustainable

GOOD PEOPLE & ENVIRONMENT:Safe, welcoming, accessible;

Volunteers, coaches, officials

GOOD PROGRAM:Athlete centered, coach driven,

follows CS4L principles

A solid community sport club…

LONG TERM SYSTEM DEVELOPMENT:Governance, planning, finance,

operations

LONG TERM COACH DEVELOPMENT:Human resources; volunteers, coaches, officials; NEW NCCP

LONG TERM ATHLETE DEVELOPMENT:Athlete centered, coach driven, follows

NSO/PSO CS4L principles

LTSD + LTCD + LTAD = Quality sport experience!

The missing link!

Facilities (access, cost, quality)

Lack of coaches

Lack of volunteers

Lack of revenue/funding

Red tape (municipal, PSO)

Developing an Organizational Planning Framework

Windsor Sudbury Niagara Region Sport Kawartha Durham Region Ottawa – Later slide

Aurora – Later slide Orillia – Later slide

Grassroots

HostingProfessional

Sport

OlympicSport

Post Secondary Institutions

Allocation

Volunteerism

Organization

Participation

Local

Provincial

National

InternationalSenators

67’s

CFL / AA Baseball

Professional Events

Sport Entertainment

Algonquin College University

of Ottawa

University of Carleton

SportCanada

NSO

Provincial Sport Organization

Multi-sport Organization

•Started in 2005•2006 & 2010 All Candidates meeting•Informal Board•18 sports represented – 10,000 members•November 2011 Trillium Grant

a. Volunteer Recognition Eventb. Breakfast of Championsc. Women in Coachingd. Sport Hall of Fame (organize)e. New Websitef. Full Time Program Director

•Tried several times to establish a sport council•2011-2012 stronger commitment from the City•Early in 2012 CSCO started to work with Paul from the Parks and Recreation Department •In the Spring 2012, CSCO developed a workshop and follow-up meetings resulted in the following:

RESULTS – Four Priorities1. Development of a strategic plan2.Development of a OSC website3.Long term sport sustainability strategy4.Research for an effective governance structure

How do you establish a sport council

in your community/region?

Scott McRoberts & Clay Melnikecommunitysportcouncil.com