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Physical Literacy<\/h2>\n
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ISPARC Move, Play, Compete<\/h3>\n

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\nBackground<\/strong>
\nIn 2007, driven by the desire to improve the health and well-being of BC\u2019s Indigenous people, several prominent provincial Indigenous organizations came together to develop a social legacy from the Cowichan 2008 North American Indigenous Games\u2014a legacy that would lead to transformative change in the health and well-being of Indigenous people across the province.<\/p>\n

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Click here<\/a> to explore the Indigenous Sport, Physical Activity and Recreation Council website.\u00a0 It highlights many opportunities for community recreation, coaching opportunities, performance sport programs, as well as healthy living activities and grant opportunities.<\/p>\n

Indigenous Games for Children<\/a><\/h3>\n

The Indigenous Games for Children Resource<\/a> is a collection of traditional Indigenous games and activities
\nto help front line leaders introduce or reconnect children to recreational and sport activities that reflect the
\nrich cultural heritage of our Indigenous peoples across Canada.
\nThrough consultation with Indigenous communities and cultural organizations, researchers and existing
\npublications, this resource is a collection of activity cards for use by leaders working with children in a
\nprogram setting. There are several activities that put children in touch with nature. Indigenous people in
\nCanada have always had a special bond with their natural environments and for many years, depended
\nentirely upon Mother Earth for their survival. Many games were introduced to children by elders to help
\nthem learn and develop skills necessary for survival, building strength and agility, hunting and gathering
\nfood in harsh weather environments. Many of these active games will also help children increase their
\nphysical activity levels while strengthening their sense of culture and tradition.<\/p>\n

from: https:\/\/intranet.csf.bc.ca\/<\/p>\n

Inuit Games<\/h3>\n

Indigenous Support Worker Jessica Flowers, of Inuit ancestry, teaches traditional Inuit games to students at Miracle Beach Elementary.\u00a0 Easy to teach, and no equipment required…give them a try!<\/p>\n