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\n\t\t\tWelcome to\t<\/h4>\n

\n\t\t\tKidSport Nova Scotia\t<\/h1>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\tDONATE NOW\n\t\t\t<\/a>\n

\n\t\t\tABOUT\t<\/h2>\n

\n\t\t\tKidSport Nova Scotia\t<\/h4>\n\t

KidSport Nova Scotia provides grants to kids from families facing financial barriers to help cover the costs of sport registration and equipment fees so that all kids in Nova Scotia can experience the benefits of sport. Together with our network of 13 local chapters across Nova Scotia we provide grants up to $500 per year for eligible families So ALL Kids Can Play!<\/p>\n

Managed and operated by Sport Nova Scotia since 1994, KidSport Nova Scotia has assisted over 40,00 kids by granting over $11.5 Million!<\/p>\n

If you want to apply for a KidSport grant or learn more about the program and eligibility click the “Apply For a Grant” button below.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\tAPPLY FOR A GRANT\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n

\n\t\t\tCONNECT\t<\/h5>\n\t \n \n \n \n <\/i>\n <\/a>\n <\/span>\n\t\t\n \n <\/span>\n \n \n \n <\/i>\n <\/a>\n <\/span>\n \n \n \n <\/i>\n <\/a>\n <\/span>\n \n \n \n <\/i>\n <\/a>\n <\/span>\n <\/span>\n \n
\n\t\t\tQUICK LINKS\t<\/h5>\n
\n\t\t\n\t\t\tSport Nova Scotia\t\t<\/a>\n\t<\/h6>\n
\n\t\t\n\t\t\tKidSport Canada\t\t<\/a>\n\t<\/h6>\n
\n\t\t\n\t\t\tApply for a Grant\t\t<\/a>\n\t<\/h6>\n
\n\t\t\n\t\t\tFind My Chapter\t\t<\/a>\n\t<\/h6>\n
\n\t\t\n\t\t\tMake a Donation\t\t<\/a>\n\t<\/h6>\n

\n\t\t\tKidSport Nova Scotia\t<\/h4>\n

\n\t\t\tPARTNERS\t<\/h2>\n

\n\t\t\tThe Latest\t<\/h2>\n

\n\t\t\tFrom Around Nova Scotia\t<\/h4>\n

News & Stories<\/h5>\n
EVENTS<\/h5>\n
\n\t\t\tBecome a KidSport Champion\t<\/h5>\n\t

KidSport Champions are a part of a monthly giving program that directs 100% of donations back into our community, making sure that ALL kids can play. To become a KidSport Champion, click\u00a0here<\/a>.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\tLEARN MORE\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n

\n\t\t\tPROVINCIAL IMPACT\t<\/h2>\n

\n\t\t\t“KidSport has given my daughters opportunities I couldn’t give them, and taught them real life skills I couldn’t teach them; confidence in public, friendship, teamwork and good sportsmanship.” – Parent\t<\/h4>\n \n
DONATE
NOW\n <\/a>\n\t\t\n\t\t

$0<\/h1>\n\t\t\n

\n\t\t\tGranted to kids in Nova Scotia last year.\t<\/h3>\n\t\t\n\t\t

0<\/h1>\n\t\t\n

\n\t\t\tKids helped off the sidelines in Nova Scotia last year.\t<\/h3>\n

\n\t\t\tBy supporting KidSport we all win. When kids have access to sport they improve in school, become stronger leaders, create safer communities, ignite inclusivity and fuel healthy habits for life.\t<\/h3>\n

\n\t\t\tOUR Team\t<\/h2>\n

\n\t\t\tKidSport Nova Scotia is made possible thanks to passionate volunteers and our incredible partners. Together we’re making it so no child in Nova Scotia is left watching from the sidelines.\t<\/h3>\n

\n\t\t\tPatrick Thompson\t<\/h5>\n
\n\t\t\tprovincial coordinator\t<\/h5>\n\t

Born and raised in a small town in Prince Edward Island, Patrick was fortunate to participate in a variety of sports which helped him gain the skills which led him to where he is today. On the baseball field, badminton court, and hockey rink he developed life-long friends, experiences, and memories he would never forget. Now, Patrick gets to help families all across the province ensure their child gets to chase their sporting dreams just like he did…. So ALL<\/strong><\/em> Kids Can Play!<\/p>\n

\n\t\t\n\t\t\t(902) 425-5450\t\t<\/a>\n\t<\/h5>\n
\n\t\t\n\t\t\tkidsport@sportnovascotia.ca\t\t<\/a>\n\t<\/h5>\n\t\t\t\t\tSport Nova Scotia Board of Directors<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tExpand<\/i><\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\tDillon Trider, Chair
\nFarida Gabanni, Past Chair
\nLuke Anthony, Vice Chair Finance
\nJody Trethewey, Secretary
\nSarah MacRae, Vice Chair Admin.
\nJason Trepanier (PSO Staff Rep), Director at Large
\nAmbrose White, Director at Large
\nCindy Tye, Director at Large
\nKaren Moore, Director at Large
\nLevi Denny, Director at Large
\nPaul Jewer, Director at Large
\nMichelle Aucoin, Provincial Rep, Ex-Officio
\nTanya Harrietha, Staff Ex-Officio Finance
\nJamie Ferguson, Staff Ex-Officio CEO\n

\n\t\t\tAMBASSADORS\t<\/h1>\n\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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