Regroupement Loisirs et Sports - Saguenay-Lac-Saint-Jean
The Reference in Sports and Outdoor Activities
The Regroupement Loisirs et Sports (RLS) of Saguenay-Lac-Saint-Jean is the go-to organization for promoting sports and outdoor recreation in the region. It acts as a central resource for supporting both individual athletes and local organizations, ensuring everyone benefits from healthy and high-quality recreational experiences.
Financial Support and Professional Guidance
RLS offers financial assistance and professional advice to numerous organizations every year, including clubs, non-profits, and municipalities. With various grant programs, the RLS has supported 178 organizations, distributed $600,000, and counts 230 members engaged in the regional sports and leisure community.
Regional Transport Fund
One of the key support programs is the Regional Transport Fund. This fund is designed for sports clubs in Saguenay-Lac-Saint-Jean with athletes or teams under 21 years of age who participate in provincial championships or qualifying competitions located more than 200 kilometers away. The fund helps ease transportation costs, ensuring equal opportunities for young athletes across the region.
Quebec Games and Athlete Development
RLS manages the registration process for the Quebec Games, a pivotal program aiming to provide young athletes with opportunities for development, from initiation to competitive levels. The Games foster sportsmanship and community spirit while enabling athletes to succeed in progressive sporting events.
Supporting Physical Activity and Outdoor Sports
Through initiatives like "Sag-Lac en action," RLS actively contributes to enhancing physical activity and outdoor sports practice in the region. The organization champions healthy, safe, and accessible leisure opportunities, working closely with municipalities, schools, and regional associations.
Stay Informed with RLS
For those interested in staying updated on recreation, outdoor activities, and sports news in Saguenay-Lac-Saint-Jean, RLS offers a newsletter, l’Inter@ctif. Subscribers receive the latest on local and provincial events, activities, and program announcements.
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