I∙SPARC is pleased to announce its upcoming BC Indigenous Provincial Athlete Development Camps for beach volleyball, softball, and canoe-kayak (includes championships).
These camps are an important component of the Provincial Strategy for Indigenous Sport, Recreation and Physical Activity. The events provide a unique opportunity for Indigenous (First Nations, Métis, and Inuit) athletes and coaches throughout the province to gather and compete in events that promote sport excellence while celebrating cultural unity and pride.
These camps a great opportunity for any young athletes interested in participating in the 2027 North American Indigenous Games (NAIG). They allow athletes to develop skills and meet athletes from across the province, in preparation for Team BC talent identification/selection processes to occur in 2026.
Stay tuned to upcoming camp announcements throughout the summer and fall seasons.
Beach Volleyball
I·SPARC is pleased to present its Beach Volleyball Athlete Development Camp, in partnership with Volleyball BC.
This 1-day event is being held on August 22, 2025 at the Kitsilano Beach Volleyball Courts in Vancouver, BC.
Please register before 4:00 pm on Tuesday, August 19th. To review full camp information and to register, please click link below:
Click here: Volleyball Registration
Softball
I·SPARC is pleased to present its Softball Athlete Development Camp, in partnership with Nak’azdli Whut’en and Softball BC.
This camp is being held on August 30, 2025 at the Carrier Softball Fields in Fort St. James, BC.
Please register before 4:00 pm on Tuesday, August 26th.To review full camp information and to register, please click link below:
Click here: Softball Registration
Canoe-Kayak
I∙SPARC is pleased to present its BC Indigenous Canoe / Kayak Camp and Championships! This event is in partnership with Canoe Kayak BC and Tsartlip First Nation.
This three-day event is being held on September 12-14, 2025 at the Tsartlip Boat Launch in Brentwood Bay, BC.
DEVELOPMENT CAMP
Portions of the camp will focus on skill development in both canoe and kayak. CHAMPIONSHIPS Races will follow a reduced NAIG race card. Races offered will be:
- Kayak single 200m Men, Women
- Kayak/Canoe single 1000m Men, Women
- Kayak/Canoe single 3000m Men, Women
- Canoe Double Mix Open: 1000m (MM, MW, WW)
Please register before 4:00 pm on Monday, September 8th.To review full camp / championship information and to register, please click link below:
Click here: Canoe-Kayak Registration
Questions regarding these camps should be directed to teambc@isparc.ca