KidSport BC Funding Resumed
Sport BC and KidSport BC are excited to share that with the return of organized modified sport, KidSport BC will begin to process and approve applications for funding. We will only be approving applications involving the sports that have had their official Return to Sport plans reviewed and approved by their governing body at this time and are members of the Sport BC. Please see below for current eligible sports for funding.
As of July 14, the following sports Return to Sport plans have been reviewed and accepted by their applicable governing body and are ready to offer modified sport (and are members of Sport BC):
Alpine, Archery, Artistic Swimming, Athletics, Badminton, Baseball, Basketball, Biathlon, Canoe Kayak, Cheer, Cricket, Cycling, Diving, Equestrian, Fencing, Field Hockey, Figure Skating, Football, Golf, Gymnastics – Artistic, Gymnastics – Rhythmic, Hockey, Judo, Lawn Bowling, Lacrosse, Rowing, Rugby, Sailing, Soccer, Softball, Speed Skating, Squash, Swimming, Table Tennis, Tennis, Triathlon, Ultimate, Volleyball, Wheelchair Athletics, Wheelchair Basketball, Wheelchair Tennis, and Wrestling,
Eligibility for KidSport applicants remains the same as outlined on the application forms.
KidSport BC recognizes that the pandemic has significantly impacted youth in BC, and we know that sport is a key aspect of their physical and mental health. KidSport BC is proud to provide funds #SoALLKidsCanPlay and we will be working to ensure no child is left on the sidelines during the next phase of COVID-19 recovery.
In the meantime, we encourage all British Columbian children to find ways to keep working on your sport skills and physical fitness at home so that you are ready to hit the playing field when sport returns.
Sincerely,
Sport BC and the KidSport BC