National Aboriginal Coaching Awards

Honoring Aboriginal Coaches in Canada

Coaching is the cornerstone of community sport and recreation. Likewise, the success of Aboriginal participation in sport is dependent on the leadership of qualified coaches. In support of training Aboriginal coaches through the National Coaching Certification Program (NCCP), the Aboriginal Sport Circle annually recognizes the outstanding leadership of certified Aboriginal coaches across Canada.

1. An all-expenses paid trip to receive the award;
2. A limited edition windsuit;
3. A National Trophy;
4. A Cash bursary of $500.

• Must be of Aboriginal descent
• Must be Certified through the National Coaching Certification Program (NCCP)
• Must be a non-paid coach
• Must be actively coaching within the calendar year
• Must submit a completed Nomination Form by mail or fax before the deadline to the Aboriginal Sport Circle
• Current deadline is January 29, 2010 @ 9 pm EST

1. Complete a Nomination Form (English / French) (provide detailed information on the nominee and nominator, if applicable)
2. Complete a supporting narrative (see the coaching brochure for details)
3. Send the Nomination Form and Narrative to Aboriginal Sport Circle, unit #7-34 McCumber Rd. North Akwesasne, ON K6H 5R7 

For more information, please contact Laura Morris @ 613 938-1176