Author: Caroline Sparks

  • RPAY Recognition Award

    The Recreation and Parks Association of the Yukon (RPAY) Recognition Award is presented annually to an individual(s) or group(s) who dedicates their time to “strengthen the capacity of Yukon communities to engage their citizens in active, healthy lifestyles through recreation and parks.” Nominate a deserving person or group from your community by: Friday, September 6, 2024 Complete the nomination at: www.surveymonkey.com/r/RPAYaward

  • Building Inclusive Recreation and Sport Communities… workshop materials

    Registered participants, please download the workshop materials below. AGENDA Yukon Gender Equity Workshop presentation and Facilitator Bios Equity in the Allocation of Public Recreationis a policy guide for local governments when including equity in their recreation facility allocation processes Female Friendly Golf Courses; A Welcoming Atmosphere What is intersectionality? Canadian Women and Sport infographic Let’s Talk Intersectionality from the…

  • Pandemic Impacts on Rural Recreation (PIRR)

    The research project, Pandemic Impacts on Rural Recreation in the Yukon Territory, was conducted in 2022 in collaboration with the World Leisure Centre of Excellence at Vancouver Island University. It was funded by Yukon Government through the COVID-19 Recovery Research Program. Five communities participated in the project that was conducted on the traditional territories of the…

  • What’s new with the Recreation North Training Program?

    Visit the Recreation North Training Program Learning Space and check out its new look. Participants can now self-register for an account by going to the Learning Space. With an account, choose the training that suits your needs and interests and connect with leaders from Kimmirut, NU or Aklavik, NT. An account gives access to the…