Don’t miss the opportunity to compete for Team BC at the Halifax, 2023 North American Indigenous Games hosted in Kjipuktuk, Dartmouth, and Millbrook First Nation!
BC Indigenous Provincial Archery Athlete Development Camp
REGISTER NOW!
Calling all Archery athletes! Registration for our 2023 BC Indigenous Provincial Archery Athlete Development Camp is now OPEN.
WHO: Open to all male and female Indigenous (First Nations, Mtis, Inuit) youth born 2004-2010.
WHEN: Saturday, April 1 from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm, and Sunday, April 2 from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm.
WHERE: HD Stafford Archery Club (20441 Grade Crescent Langley) on April 1, and Langley Rod & Gun Club (3854 – 208 Street Langley) on April 2.
All athletes interested in learning more about the sport of Archery are invited to attend. This event is also an optional event for athletes hoping to attend NAIG, and is a great opportunity to learn from our Team BC coaches. Plus, you can use the results from this event as part of your Team BC 2023 NAIG application!
Learn more about Team BC Archery HERE!
Register for the Camp by March 24, 2023!
2023 BC INDIGENOUS PROVINCIAL RIFLE SHOOTING CAMP
REGISTER TODAY!
Interested in trying out for Team BC for NAIG 2023? Weve got a great opportunity for you! Team BC Head Coach, Curt Smecher will be facilitating a 2-day rifle shooting development camp on March 11-12, 2023.
All athletes interested in rifle shooting are invited to attend this camp. This is also an optional development opportunity for athletes wishing to tryout for Team BC. It is a great opportunity for our Team BC Head Coach to meet interested youth, and observe their skills and technique in both developmental and competitive match scenarios.
WHEN: Saturday, March 11 from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm, and Sunday, March 12 from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm.
WHERE: Abbotsford Fish and Game Club.
WHO: Open to all male and female Indigenous (First Nations, Mtis, Inuit) youth born 2004-2010.
Spots are limited, so make sure to register soon!
2023 BC Indigenous Provincial Canoe/Kayak Championships
Are you hoping to join the Team BC Canoe/Kayak team at the 2023 NAIG this summer? Make sure to register for the 2023 BC Indigenous Provincial Canoe/Kayak Championships as it will serve as the selection event for Team BC!
Who is eligible?
Male and Female Indigenous youth (First Nations, Mtis, Inuit), born between 2004 to 2010 are invited to participate. The age categories consist of both male and female athletes in 19U (2004-2006), 16U (2007-2008) and 14U (2009-2010).
When and where are the Championships?
The Championships will take place on March 4-5, 2023 at Loudon Park at Long Lake in Nanaimo, BC.
Paddle on over to the link below and register now!
DID YOU KNOW?
Our Team BC Logo, The Soaring Raven, represents the strength and determination of the Team BC athletes, coaches and all nations within British Columbia. The Sun provides connection to our ancestors and is the basis of all light and nourishment on this earth. The Raven flying, swooping and soaring parallels the plight of the athlete. With great confidence they show that new heights are possible by transforming and adapting to the surroundings of the unknown.
The logo was designed by Kwakwakawakw Artist, Jamin Zuroski.
TEAM BC SELECTION PROCESS UPDATE
3D Archery
Registration now OPEN. You must register by March 1, 2023 to be eligible for Team BC. Refer to your Athlete Selection Process document HERE for important information.
Athletics
Registration now OPEN. You must register by March 1, 2023 to be eligible for Team BC. Refer to your Athlete Selection Process document HERE for important information.
Badminton
Registration now OPEN. You must register by March 1, 2023 to be eligible for Team BC. Refer to your Athlete Selection Process document HERE for important information.
Basketball
Five (5) regional selection camps took place in October and November 2022. The Provincial Selection Camp took place November 26/27, 2022. Thank you to all athletes, coaches and volunteers who supported the event. The athlete turnout and regional representation was great!
Canoe/Kayak
Registration is OPEN for the Selection camp for Canoe/Kayak taking place on March 4-5, 2023. You must register by March 1, 2023 to be eligible for Team BC. Refer to your Athlete Selection Process document HERE for important information.
Golf
Registration now OPEN. You must register by March 1, 2023 to be eligible for Team BC. Refer to your Athlete Selection Process document HERE for important information.
Lacrosse (Box)
The Provincial Selection Camp took place in August 2022. Thank you to all athletes, coaches and volunteers who supported the event. The athlete turnout and regional representation was great! Congratulations to all athletes selected to the Team BC development squad!
Rifle Shooting
Registration now OPEN. You must register by March 1, 2023 to be eligible for Team BC. Refer to your Athlete Selection Process document HERE for important information.
Soccer
Regional and Provincial Selection Camps took place this past summer (2022). Thank you to all athletes and coaches who supported the event. The athlete turnout and regional representation was great! Congratulations to all athletes selected to the Team BC development squad!
Softball
Regional Selection Camps are now complete. More information to follow regarding the Team BC development squad.
Swimming
Registration now OPEN. You must register by March 1, 2023 to be eligible for Team BC. Refer to your Athlete Selection Process document HERE for important information.
Volleyball
Regional Selection Camps are now complete. From these camps, selected athletes will now be invited to a Provincial Selection Camp in March.
Wrestling
Registration now OPEN. You must register by March 1, 2023 to be eligible for Team BC. Refer to your Athlete Selection Process document HERE for important information.
IMPORTANT NOTE: COVID-19 VACCINATION POLICY FOR 2023 NAIG
2023 NAIG has a COVID-19 vaccination policy for all athletes, coaches, chaperones, mission staff and other participants.
This Policy on Mandatory COVID-19 Vaccines for all participants has been developed in response to the COVID-19 pandemic and its objective is to maintain the health and safety of NAIG participants and other stakeholders who engage in the 2023 NAIG. This policy has been created and will be in effect for the duration of the 2023 NAIG event.
ABSENTEE FORM
Athletes who, for extenuating circumstances, are unable to participate in the Camp / Championships and would like to be considered for Team BC must do the following:
- First register for the camp that they would be attending and pay the registration fee. NOTE: You must apply for an absentee status prior to registration closing (two (2) days before the start of the camp).
- Then, apply for Absentee consideration by emailing teambc@isparc.ca. Please note extenuating circumstances may include injury, illness, domestic affliction, conflict with a major competition / event, forest fires, etc.). Absentee forms are put before the Provincial Sport Committee for consideration. Submitting an absentee form does not guarantee the athlete will move forward to the next round.
ABOUT 2023 NAIG
NAIG will be the largest multi-sport and cultural event ever to be held in Atlantic Canada. More than 5,000 athletes, coaches and team staff from 756 Indigenous nations will take part in cultural celebrations, and compete in 16 sports across 21 venues, with the help of 3,000 volunteers. 2020 NAIG was originally due to take place from July 12 to 18, 2020 in Kjipuktuk (Halifax), and Millbrook First Nation, Nova Scotia and has now been set to take place July 15 to 23, 2023. You can learn more about NAIG HERE.
Team BC has taken part in every NAIG since its inception in 1990. We look forward to bringing another outstanding team to Halifax. Did you know, at the 2014 NAIG in Regina, Saskatchewan, Team BC made history as the first team to be awarded both the Overall Team Award (for most medals) and the John Fletcher Spirit Award for being voted team with most integrity and sportsmanship. Lets keep the tradition going!
TEAM BC NAHC
Looking for information on Team BC Hockey and NAHC? Please visit our website HERE.