NWT Recreation and Parks Association

Have you registered for the Recreation for Mental Health training? One is happening this Thursday from 125pm! If you can't make it, there's another one happening in the 26th at the same time! Register now!... May 19th: https://members.nwtrpa.org/event-4288851 May 26th: https://members.nwtrpa.org/event-4270144 Contact Abby [email protected] for any questions you may have.

Spots are filling up fast! The next available QUEST 2 training is May 20. HIGH FIVE National is hosting QUEST 2 for Children’s Programs with an accessible hybrid format to help you build upon your children's programs. If you have completed Principles of Healthy Child Development and you are ready to build quality in your programs register at https://bit.ly/2PVIelE

Have you applied for your June ARC grant yet? Host a free event in your community during June is Recreation and Parks Month! We're accepting applications now at: nwtrpa.org/june-is-recreation-and-parks-month

In April, NWTRPA's On The Land Programs Consultant, Rachel Cluderay, participated in a panel about "Supporting Youth Wellbeing On The Land", alongside Kristen Tanche (Dehcho First Nations) and Nooks Karetak-Lindell (Aqqiumavvik). The discussion was moderated by Ali McConnell (Northern Youth Leadership). Thank you to @makeway for inviting us to the Northern Stewardship Gathering.

Reminder: Applications for the CPRA Youth Employment Experience are due this Friday! Funding is available for youth jobs and mentorships in the parks and recreation sector. Apply now: http://bit.ly/CPRA-Youth

Alright we're halfway through the first round of bracket challengers for the #WalktoTuk Best Team Name and we've got some good ones with these 8th bracket challengers: Snotty Trotties v Cuzzin Convoy Which team should advance to the next round? Each poll is only open for 24 hoursvote now!

Together we've been conceptually traveling along the mighty Dehcho (Big River) over the past month with our sights set on Tuktuuyaqtuuq, or Tuk as it's known colloquially. If we were actually walking to Tuk on the frozen ice road we would pass Inuuvik (population ~3,265), exit the mouth of the Dehcho, and continue east along the coast of Arctic Ocean. Along the way we would pass local cabins and tent frames, old oil and gas buildings, and the turn off to Akarvik/Aklavik.... We might see signs for the Arctic Ocean, Reindeer Station, Swimming Point, and Kittigazuit. Continue Reading at: https://www.walktotuk.com/news-details/

7th bracket challengers for the #WalktoTuk Best Team Name: Tik Tak Tuk v Cirque du Sore Legs Which team should advance to the next round? Each poll is only open for 24 hoursvote now!

6th bracket challengers for the #WalktoTuk Best Team Name: We walk De-Line v The Young and the Breathless Which team should advance to the next round? Each poll is only open for 24 hoursvote now!

Applications for the latest round of funding from the Gender Equity in Recreational Sport program are due on Friday, December 11! The specific objectives of this initiative are to increase the participation and/or retention of girls and women in recreational sport in Canada. Apply now: https://womenandgirlsinrecsport.ca

Introducing one of our amazing #WalktoTuk2021 Sponsors: A huge supporter of Walk to Tuk is the radio station that hardly needs any introduction: Cabin Radio NWT! The best place for Northern News! If you haven’t liked their page on Facebook, you’re missing out! Listen for our weekly winners starting January on Mornings at the Cabin!

Weren't able to make it to the virtual sharing circle? Here's the video! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7mUPGNhgwvo&feature=youtu.be

Need a little more convincing before considering a position on the NWTRPA Board of Directors? Here are 8 reasons why you should consider joining us! nwtrpa.org//8-reasons-to-join-the-nwtrpa-board-of-directo/

Have you heard? WALK TO TUK IS HERE!!! Well.. Registration is anyways There are SO many reasons to participate this year but if you need a few more, check out this year's EPIC prizes at: walktotuk.com/prizes/ What are you waiting for?! Go to walktotuk.com to get your team registered for the biggest physical activity event of the season!

We LOVE Webinars! Especially when you can earn a whole bag of Elders in Motion equipment!!! Head to https://members.nwtrpa.org/event-3933810 to sign up for our FREE monthly 'EIM E-Learning and Sharing Series' the next one is on November 4 @ 1:30 pm ... Attending three of these sessions will get you that free bag of EIM equipment!

Introducing one of our amazing #WalktoTuk2021 Sponsors: Mackenzie Recreation Association Working to foster and support the development of recreation, volunteers and leadership, we are glad to announce Mackenzie Recreation Association as a sponsor for Walk to Tuk!

Betty Ann Drybones from Behchok has served as our North Slave Regional Director on the NWTRPA Board of Directors since 2018. Two years later, we asked her about being a part of the NWTRPA as a board member! All of our board positions are two-year terms, and we're looking for a new North Slave Regional Directoralong with a President, a Sahtú Regional Director, and a South Slave Regional Director! ... Know someone like Betty Ann who would be a champion for your region? Nominate them to join our board where they get to help shape and guide the NWTRPA as the voice and advocate for recreation and parks in the territory! Nominations are being accepted until Wednesday November 25, 2020 @ 4 pm. Find nomination forms here: nwtrpa.org/news/nwtrpa-board-nominations-now-open-3/ Board member elections will take place at our AGM on November 26, 2020 @ 12 pm - 1 pm. Register for the AGM ASAP! (nwtrpa.org/2020-annual-general-meeting.htm)

Three weeks left to submit an application to fund your on the land programming

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Mark your calendars!! We're having our 2020 AGM on November 26 @ 12 noon MST virtually!! Members must register in advance: https://members.nwtrpa.org/event-4012562

There are just TEN (1) DAYS LEFT to send in your application for an on the land project in your community or region! The Collaborative supports projects that: 1. Get people out on the land; 2. Connect community members to their land, culture, ... languages, and traditions; 3. Build or strengthen partnerships; 4. Enhance community capacity; and 5. Are sustainable, as it relates to the environment and the continuation of the program. The Collaborative accepts applications from individuals, organizations, and communities based in the NWT. Click to register ASAP: http://www.nwtontheland.ca/how-to-apply.html

The Canadian Parks and Recreation Association (CPRA) has begun a webinar series on Gender Equity in Recreational Sport. The next webinar is October 15 at 10 AM MT. This session will explore the definition of #intersectionality, from its history in exposing barriers Black women faced to its current use in highlighting ways to retain girls, women and non-binary people who experience barriers related to sexism, ableism, racism, homophobia and/or transphobia. Register now: https://register.gotowebinar.com/regist/6045479277663039504

Today is the LAST DAY to apply to work with us! Send your cover letter and resume to Sheena at [email protected] BEFORE 4 PM!

There's still time to register for our FREE webinar on how to engage people in your own online webinars! (Whoa, so meta) Happening tomorrow at 1:30 -2:30 pm Register now to not miss out! https://members.nwtrpa.org/event-4011015

Job Title: Program & Events Coordinator Job Posting Closes: October 14th, 2020 Responsible to: Executive Director, Board of Directors Human Resources Committee ...Hourly Pay: $23.00 / hour Start Date: October 19th, 2020 Job Summary The Program & Events Coordinator of the Rainbow Coalition is mainly responsible for developing and promoting programs and events for 2SLGBTQ+ youth, both at the Rainbow Youth Centre and in community spaces. This position will work in collaboration with the program coordinator for two-spirit, indigiqueer and LGBTQ+ indigenous youth. The successful candidate will be required to provide a criminal record check and vulnerable sector check prior to employment. Duties and Responsibilities Upholds and maintains the sentiment of a youth organization, driven and governed by youth themselves; Creates new programming for the youth who access the Rainbow Youth Centre; Develops a monthly schedule for programs run in the Rainbow Youth Centre; Regularly analyzes youth attendance of programs and surveys youth experience to create an environment based around youth input; Facilitates programs and discussions groups when required; Manages a group of volunteer program facilitators; Develops social media posts and manages RCYK online community; Provides peer support to 2SLGBTQ+-identified young people, their allies, and their families, when requested; To apply for this position, you MUST send an e-mail with a resume and cover letter to [email protected]. Qualifications: The Rainbow Coalition of Yellowknife is an organization governed by mostly youth, and therefore are prioritizing hiring people who our organization recognizes as youth (people under 30). Preference will also be given to applicants who self-identify as Indigenous, Black and/or part of another racialized community. Personal, lived understanding of 2SLGBTQ+ identity an asset Valid Standard First Aid and CPR Certificate an asset Valid Driver’s License and access to a vehicle is an asset Criminal Record Check + Vulnerable Sector Screening Experience working in youth-centred spaces or organizations Experience creating, developing and facilitating programming an asset Comfortable using social media and engaging with service users online Knowledge of Northern communities and cultures an asset Knowledge of another official language of the NWT is considered an asset Ability to use Microsoft Office Suite Excellent interpersonal and communication skills Ability to engage and interact with youth in a respectful way Knowledge of intersectionality and concepts of marginalization, oppression, power and privilege

Living in a virtual world can be challenging. We know that you still want to engage with people, but are asking HOW? Join Wanda Roberts, Senior Instructor with the PSW program at Aurora College, for a discussion on hosting virtual events, how to keep people engaged, and how to keep people recreating during these virtual times. Wanda will share tips and tricks she has found to work well. Don’t miss out on CONNECTing with others throughout the NWT. Oct. 20 @ 1:30 - 2:30 pm ... Register here: https://members.nwtrpa.org/event-4011012

The deadline is extended to Oct. 10 Don’t miss this opportunity!

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We're extending the deadline for Active, Resilient, Connected Grants (ARC)! Head to our website and apply now before grants run out! nwtrpa.org/active-resilient-connected-arc-grants.htm

What are some of the ways you see arts show up in recreational activities? Join our open discussion on Nov. 4 to hear other recreation leaders' ideas! Email [email protected] to register

When you think of a leader in recreation and parks, who comes to mind? Nominate them to join the NWTRPA board of directors, where they can influence and advocate for recreation and parks in the #NWT on a larger level! We're accepting nominations for the following Board positions:... President (2-year term) North Slave Regional Director (2-year term) (Behchoko, Whatì, Gamètì, Wekweètì, Dettah, N’Dl) Sahtu Regional Director (2-year term) (Délne, Colville Lake, Fort Good Hope, Norman Wells, Tulít’a) South Slave Regional Director (2-year term) (Enterprise, Fort Resolution, Fort Smith, Kát’odeeche, Hay River, utsel K’e) To nominate somebody, visit: nwtrpa.org/news/nwtrpa-board-nominations-now-open-3/

utsël K’é Dene First Nation in the Northwest Territories has won an 2020 #EquatorPrize! utsël K’é was recognized for its decades-long work to establish Thaidene Nënéan Indigenous Protected Area that spans 6.5 million acres. https://www.natureunited.ca//newsroom/thaidene-nene-equa/

While our in-person conference has been cancelled for 2020, we know there are parts of our conference that you would still love to see! Nominations are open for Bright Spots! Nominate a program (yours or another) to be featured in a Virtual Brrght Spot at the end of November. http://ow.ly/ufYI50BI12i

Register BEFORE November 24 at 12 noon to attend. Click here to register: https://members.nwtrpa.org/event-4012562

Do you like to spend time on the land? There are still spots available in the Advanced Wilderness First Aid in Smba K’è (Yellowknife) from October 26-30. Register here: https://members.nwtrpa.org/event-3979254 This is a photo from an Advanced Wilderness First Aid course in Aklavik.