2023 BC Indigenous Provincial Athletics Camp
Registration Now OPEN!
Join us for our upcoming FREE 2023 BC Indigenous Provincial Athletics Camp!
This two-day camp will be offered by our Team BC coaches and will cover not only run, jumps, and throws disciplines but will also have sessions on strength training and conditioning, injury prevention, sport psychology and more.
ELIGIBLE ATHLETES
- Open to all Indigenous (First Nations, Métis, Inuit) youth born 2004-2010.
WHEN
- March 25 & March 26, 2023. The event will run from 9:30am to 5:30pm on Saturday and 9:00am to noon on Sunday.
WHERE
- Apple Bowl Stadium, Kelowna BC.
While this camp is OPTIONAL, it is an excellent opportunity for any athletes considering trying out for Team BC for the North American Indigenous Games this summer in Halifax as our Team BC coaches will be there to work with you.
The DEADLINE to register is March 23, 2023, so make sure to register as soon as possible!
Team BC’s Online Merchandise Store
Have you heard?! The Team BC Online Merchandise Store is now open!
For a limited time, friends, families and fans can purchase official merchandise to show their support for Team BC’s athletes who will represent the province at the upcoming 2023 NAHC and the 2023 NAIG!
The online store will close March 24, 2023 at 11:59PM (DST). No orders will be accepted after the closing date.
Please note, as we approach the 2023 North American Indigenous Games this July in Halifax, NS, we will be re-opening the Team BC Store with new merchandise options for friends, family, and fans to purchase.
Support your Team BC athletes today, browse the online store at the button below ????
QUICK REMINDERS
The 2023 BC Indigenous Provincial Archery Athlete Development Camp is taking place on April 1-2, 2023!
The Camp is open to all male and female Indigenous (First Nations, Métis, Inuit) youth born 2004 – 2010. 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.
Registration is available HERE!
JOIN TEAM BC AT THE 2023 NAIG!
Team BC is seeking athletes to join us at the 2023 North American Indigenous Games in Halifax, this July! We are still accepting registration for the following sports:
- 3D Archery
- Athletics (Track & Field)
- Badminton
- Golf
- Rifle Shooting
- Swimming
- Wrestling
Don’t miss out on the opportunity to be a part of Team BC! To register directly, please click the button below and complete the “Athlete Expression of Interest” form.
TEAM BC SELECTION PROCESS UPDATE
3D Archery
Registration now OPEN. You must register by April 2, 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 April 2, 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 April 2, 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
Event postponed. Future date and information will be available shortly.
Golf
Registration now OPEN. You must register by April 2, 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 April 2, 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 April 2, 2023 to be eligible for Team BC. Refer to your Athlete Selection Process document HERE for important information.
Volleyball
We are now into the second stage of selection. Selected athletes who attended previous regional camps have been invited to the Provincial Camp.
Wrestling
Registration now OPEN. You must register by April 2, 2023 to be eligible for Team BC. Refer to your Athlete Selection Process document HERE for important information
DECLARATION OF ANCESTRY
A Declaration of Ancestry is required by all Team BC participants for the North American Indigenous Games (NAIG). This Declaration of Ancestry must be provided in advance of the event (per the date specified by Team BC).
A Declaration of Ancestry is the formal process to declare your ancestry and provide any supporting documentation that proves your ancestry.
To learn more about Declaring your Ancestry, and for STEP-BY-STEP instructions, please head to our website HERE.
Declaration of Ancestry: Full Details Here
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.
About the 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. Let’s keep the tradition going!
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