Join us to learn about ISCA and the importance of Indigenous-led sport, recreation, and physical activity programming that is culturally safe, and why Indigenous sport organizations and governance are important as a way to combat the colonial histories related to sport and recreation. Afterwards, ARPA’s own Emma Grove will be launching our newest resource, Nature Connection in […]
To start the new year off in a good way, ARPA is excited to host a webinar on January 16, 2024 from 10:00am - 11:00am featuring Janet Naclia, ARPA Director of People & Programs, Elder Diane Meguinis (Tssut'ina), and Maddison Drader, Program Officer of Events & Education, who will unpack the Walking With Indigenous Communities (WWIC): ARPA's Action […]
The Alberta Recreation & Parks Association is excited to invite you to a virtual screening of ARPA's 2023 Elders' Camp documentary titled: "Our Own Spirits Regained" over the lunch hour (12pm to 1pm) on February 14th. As a free reconciliation-based educational opportunity, this documentary shares the stories of various multi-nation Elders as they explore: 1) the importance of these […]
In collaboration with the Sinneave Family Foundation, Community Compass is excited to bring you a second webinar of The Inclusive Workplaces Webinar Series titled, Neurodiversity in the Workplace: 6 Principles for Inclusion. Participants will learn introductory information on what Neurodiversity is, Neuroinclusion in the workplace, then move into covering 6 Principles for Inclusion. The Inclusive […]
In collaboration with the Sinneave Family Foundation, Community Compass is excited to bring you a third webinar of The Inclusive Workplaces Webinar Series titled, Neuroinclusion and the Employee Life Cycle. Using the 6 Principles of Inclusion, participants will explore the employee lifecycle, and learn applicable and simple ways an individual or group at work can be more inclusive throughout an employee's […]
After nearly 5 years of Grandmothers’ Circles, we are so excited to announce the 10th Circle on September 11, from 12:00pm - 1:30pm. Guided by the theme of “Honoring Wisdom”, we will hear from 5 grandmothers who will share their unique perspectives on fostering wellness. Honed through a lifetime of experiences, their insights offer invaluable […]
In collaboration with the The Steadward Centre for Personal & Physical Achievement, Community Compass is excited to bring you a fourth webinar of The Inclusive Workplaces Webinar Series titled, Creating Inclusive Spaces for People Experiencing Disability. Explore how to create accessible and inclusive environments in recreation spaces, by enhancing inclusivity in customer service, instruction, and facilities, benefiting our workplaces, […]
The Alberta Recreation & Parks Association would like to acknowledge the First Nations, the Métis, the Inuit and all of the people across Alberta who share a history and a deep connection with this land. We dedicate ourselves to moving forward in partnership with Indigenous communities in the spirit of reconciliation and collaboration.