KidSport Whistler is still 'Strutting it's Stuff' in Whistler after 17 years

Kidsport Whistler is a local branch of the national KidSport organization which provides funds to children in Whistler and our neighbouring communities to help with sport registration fees. Thanks to numerous donations and the continuing support from the Whistler Blackcomb Foundation, we have been able to honour, the KidSport motto, “So ALL Kids Can Play” for 17 years in Whistler.
WCSS on behalf of KidSport Whistler, invites you to come out on Thursday, September 5th to the annual community fall registration and information fair at Myrtle Philip Community School from 5-8pm. The event is lead by the RMOW and brings together the local community and sports groups for a chance to share what they are all about.  Ashlin, a WCSS Outreach Worker will be at the KidSport table and is happy to answer any questions parents may have about funding support. In 2012,  55 children were given the opportunity to participate in a coached sport (22 male, 33 female) for a total disbursements of $14880. Kids participated in 10 different sports: Alpine Skiing, Baseball, Disabled Skiing, Figure Skating, Gymnastics, Hockey, Soccer, Swimming, Tennis and Luge.

KidSport Whistler was established in 1996 and became the first community model. There are now 35 KidSport™ BC organizations that followed our initiative in the communities such as Burnaby, Campbell River, Quesnel, Cranbrook, Kelowna, Mission, North Peace, Penticton, Vernon and Victoria. KidSport™ Canada is now our governing body with 175 community chapters nationwide. 

All kids should be given the opportunity to develop healthy lifestyles, no matter the financial, physical or language barriers that may exist! Staying physically active helps encourage children to maintain healthy habits throughout their whole lives. The challenges that come with playing sports also teach children valuable life lessons and skills including leadership, practice, hard work, dedication and self-confidence.

So join us at 'Strut Your Stuff' to celebrate the 17 years of continuing success of KidSport Whistler!