Healthy Living: Indigenous Sport, Physical Activity & Recreation Council
Brings together community leaders for training & grants in all areas of health, wellness & culture.
04/22/2026
We're so proud to celebrate the completion of our Spring FitNation “On The Land” Training!💪🏽🌱
Last week, participants came together to move their bodies, learn new skills, and reconnect with the land, culture, and community. 👏 A huge thank you to all participants, facilitators, and supporters who made this training possible. We can’t wait to see the impact you bring to your communities!
This is what community strength and wellness look like 💚
02/20/2026
🚨Tomorrow 🚨
🌿 Learn more about wildlife health in BC 🌿
Join Dr. Amélie Mathieu and Tzvetelina Petkova for an Information session on Chronic Wasting Disease (CWD). Learn how CWD affects deer, elk, and moose 🦌, how you can support BC’s CWD Surveillance Program, and get the latest food-safety guidance for hunters and communities 🧭🥩.
Whether you are curious about wildlife, love the outdoors, or simply want to stay informed, everyone is welcome!
📅 We hope you’ll join us!
When: Friday Feb 20, 2026 12:00 PM- 1:00PM
Pre Register Here: https://us06web.zoom.us/.../register/rD1XSOt3QgOXvdW6irHoQQ
02/16/2026
🚨Last Chance! ⏰
“Healing Our Relationship With Food” Masterclass
Join us on Wednesday February 18th from 12-1:30pm
Join Raina Lutz and ISPARC as we learn about traditional foods, whole foods, and the power of ancestral healing through food — offering a grounded, nourishing approach to wellness.
Participants will walk away with:
✨ A clear understanding of wellness fundamentals and how wellness should feel
✨ A deeper understanding of the power and tools already within your body (and we’ll practice the most impactful one!)
✨ Insight into the 80/20 rule and how it can relieve the pressure to be perfect
✨ A renewed sense of excitement around wellness and self-care
✨ Cultural inspiration, motivation, and perspective shifts for inner transformation
A thoughtful, empowering experience for anyone looking to reconnect with food, body, and self. 🌱
Register here: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/TNZSY8rDR0ePNKZq0KikXw
02/09/2026
ANYONE | ANYTIME | ANYWHERE
𝐅𝐢𝐭𝐍𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐢𝐬 𝐛𝐚𝐜𝐤 — 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐭𝐡𝐢𝐬 𝐭𝐢𝐦𝐞, 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐭𝐞𝐚𝐦 𝐢𝐬 𝐭𝐚𝐤𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐢𝐭 𝐎𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐋𝐚𝐧𝐝! 🌿 I·SPARC is excited to welcome 12 participants from across B.C. to a 3-day, in-person leader training (April 14–16, 2026) on xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam) Territory in Richmond. This immersive experience blends physical activity leadership with Indigenous teachings, wellness, culture, and connection — supporting participants to grow confidence, build practical skills, and become community movement leaders.
📘Graduates will deliver an 8-week FitNation program in their community between May–July 2026 and receive a $1,000 grant to support implementation. Training includes hands-on fitness instruction, ceremony, medicine walks, drumming, Elder teachings, mentorship, and more. Applications close February 27, 2026 — learn more and apply today!
❄️ Healthy Living Leaders - Vancouver Island Regional Training - Nanaimo, BC ❄️
Our final regional session of the year took place in Nanaimo, a wonderful wrap-up filled with connection, learning, and meaningful conversations. 💚 Thank you to all the incredible leaders who joined us. Your dedication, creativity, and heart continue to inspire healthy living and community wellness across Vancouver Island and beyond.
As we close out another successful year of Healthy Living Leader Training, we’re grateful for every leader who showed up, shared their voice, and strengthened the impact happening in communities across BC. 🌿✨
❄️ Here’s to another amazing year and even more to come!
11/27/2025
🌸 Healthy Living Leaders – Fraser/Vancouver Regional Training - Abbotsford, BC 🌸
What a lively session in Abbotsford, our Healthy Living Leaders definitely know how to bring the volume and the inspiration! 💚
Huge thank you to everyone who joined us. Your passion and spirit continue to fuel healthy living and connected communities across the province.
👀 Watch for our final Regional Training highlights from Vancouver Island - Nanaimo, BC!
11/18/2025
🌄 Healthy Living Leaders: Interior Regional Training - Kamloops, BC 🌄
What an incredible two days in Kamloops! From powerful conversations to shared moments of inspiration, our leaders brought so much heart to this training. 💚 Thank you for showing up with such energy. Your dedication continues to shape healthier, more connected communities.
👀 Stay tuned for highlights from our Fraser/Vancouver Regional Training (Abbotsford, BC) coming soon!
11/14/2025
🗞️ I·SPARC and National Indigenous Diabetes Association Unveil “Nashmene” Colouring Book in Recognition of World Diabetes Day.
In recognition of World Diabetes Day, I·SPARC and the National Indigenous Diabetes Association (NIDA) are proud to announce the release of Nashmene, a new Indigenous-inspired colouring book celebrating healthy living through traditional foods, activities, and sport. 🖍
The word Nashmene means “go for it!” in the St’at’imcets language, gifted by Elder Gerry Oleman. The book encourages communities to connect with Indigenous knowledge and cultural practices found throughout British Columbia that support active, balanced lifestyles — from berry picking and cedar weaving to moose hunting, canoeing, and lacrosse.
A playful touch runs through every page: a hidden coyote illustration invites readers to look closely and engage with each scene.
National Indigenous Diabetes Association Inc
Indigenous Sport, Physical Activity & Recreation Council
11/11/2025
🍂Healthy Living Leaders - Northeast Regional Training - Prince George, BC🍂
We’re thrilled to share highlights from our Leader Training session in Prince George! Enjoy this beautiful slideshow capturing some of those special moments! ✨
A huge thank you to new and returning leaders from every region for bringing your enthusiasm, ideas, and commitment. Your passion and leadership continue to inspire healthy living and positive change in communities across the province.
Here’s to thriving together. Thank you for being part of the journey! 💚
👀 Keep an eye out for our next post: highlights from the Interior Regional Training - Kamloops, BC!
11/07/2025
🌿 Healthy Living Leaders – Northwest Regional Training (Smithers, BC) 🌿
Our Healthy Living Leaders gathered in Smithers for two incredible days filled with connection, laughter, learning, and inspiration. 💚
We’re so grateful for each leader who joined us. Thank you for sharing your energy, stories, and commitment to creating healthy, active, and connected communities.
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I·SPARC’s Healthy Living unites community champions who are passionate about health and wellness, and empowers individuals to become more active and make healthier lifestyle choices.
Getting involved with I·SPARC Healthy Living all starts with leader training. Offered both regionally and provincially, our leader training equips individuals with the knowledge, tools and resources to design, plan and deliver healthy living programs in their communities. The four programs offered through I·SPARC Healthy Living are: the Indigenous RunWalk, the Honour Your Health Challenge, FitNation, & HealthBeat.
Indigenous RunWalk: an 8-21 week program designed to prepare participants for a 5 or 10K community run/walk event
Honour Your Health Challenge: a 6-week program that encourages innovation in promoting healthy, active lifestyles. Past programs include traditional cooking, jigging, weekly hike clubs, medicinal plan harvesting, canoe pulling and so much more!
FitNation: an 8-week program that incorporates more than 100 dynamic exercises that can be adapted to any fitness level.
HealthBeat: a complementary program to the ARW, HYHC, and FitNation, offering health screening to participants before and after their physical activity focused program.
Individuals who complete our leader training are eligible for a grant up to $1000 to support the delivery of their healthy living program.
To date I·SPARC Healthy Living has trained over 2200 Healthy Living Leaders, delivering over 1500 community programs, reaching over 53,000 participants across the province. Join movement!!
