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 […]
Join Communities ChooseWell September 14 from 11:00am – 12:00pm for their next webinar of the Healthy Communities Framework Webinar Series where they will explore the Partnerships Pillar and why creating partnerships are a crucial part of successful community healthy eating and active living initiatives. This webinar will feature two panelists: Adrian Goulet from Mahegun Tails and Taylor McPherson […]
At ARPA we often get questions related to Elders and the proper use of tobacco. To honour and celebrate National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, this session will feature five multi-nation Elders, including Diane Meguinis (Tsuut’ina), Doreen Healy (Blackfoot), Linda & Darryl Brass (Midewiwin) and Karli Crowshoe (Blackfoot) who will kindly share their expertise on […]
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 […]
Event Details Event Dates: Wednesday March 6 – Friday March 8, 2024Location: Matrix Hotel, Edmonton ABTheme: Imagine. Inspire. Ignite. What is the Symposium All About? The Alberta Healthy Communities Symposium (AHCS) is an opportunity for wellness champions to come together to network and build upon current community resources and programs which will allow them to build […]
Event Registration & Accommodation Dates: March 21 - 23, 2024Location: Canmore, AB @ the Coast Canmore Hotel and Conference Centre Registration Rates: Accommodation: The Forum is being held at the Coast Canmore Hotel and Conference Centre, and a room block has been secured for our delegates. Program This year’s program is full of educational sessions […]
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.