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Events and awards - trainers

Recognition for Indigenous coaching excellence

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Record updated July 23, 2026

Funding available: $ 1,500
Deadline: Unspecified
Location: Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
Who can apply: Indigenous coaches (First Nations, Inuit, or Métis); See full eligibility

Overview

The 2026 National Indigenous Coaching Awards recognize Indigenous coaches from First Nations, Inuit, and Métis communities for excellence during the May 31, 2025 to May 31, 2026 program year, through a national nomination process led by the Aboriginal Sport Circle. Nominations highlight coach development, positive role modelling, fair play, holistic living, and personal achievements.

At a glance

Funding available

Maximum funding: $1,500

Financing goals

Develop team skills
Increase social or community impact
Attract or retain talent
Train or support volunteers
Raise awareness or mobilize a population

Eligible candidates

Location: Ottawa
Ontario
Eligible Industries: All industries
Annual revenue: All revenue ranges
Organisation size: All organization sizes
Audience: Indigenous Peoples
Legal structures: Non-profit

Non-profit candidates

Sector of operation: Sports
Target groups: Indigenous peoples
Scope: National

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Availability timeline

2026

Periods: 2

Latest changes

April 27, 2026

National Indigenous Coaches Awards Added

The page now includes a 2025 award package and nomination form for the National Indigenous Coaches Awards, with eligibility, deadlines, submission instructions, and prize details.

The page content has shifted from a general awards overview to a detailed 2025 nomination package for the National Indigenous Coaches Awards. It now sets out eligibility, the June 2 to July 11, 2025 nomination window, required supporting materials, submission options, contact information, and the $1,500 professional development award.

April 27, 2026

Eligibility

Who is eligible?

Indigenous coaches (First Nations, Inuit, or Métis)

Who is not eligible

Non-Indigenous individuals

Eligible geographic areas

Canada

Activities funded

Recognition of coaching excellence in sport
Annual awards for Indigenous coaches
National award presentation at a gala event

How to apply

Prepare the required narratives in Word or PDF file formats before filling in the fields.
Complete the nomination form fields for the nominee, the sport(s), the highest coaching level, and the nominator if different.
Upload the completed narratives file.
Upload a high-resolution photo of the nominee with their athletes.
Upload the declaration of ancestry if the nominee does not have a status/treaty number.
Check the certification box in lieu of a signature.

Documents Needed

Completed narrative files in Word or PDF format covering coach development, positive role model in sport and community, fair play and sportsmanship, holistic lifestyle, and personal achievements
High-resolution photo of the nominee with their athletes
Declaration of ancestry, if the nominee does not have a status/treaty number

Selection criteria

Highest level of competition reached
Ranking and results
Other achievements, such as coach of the year
Commitment to professional development
Positive role model, sportsmanship, and overall balance

Processing and Agreement

Applications are collected and reviewed by a national committee.
Recipients are selected for the male and female categories.
Successful candidates receive their award at the national gala.

Additional information

The recipients are selected by a national committee.
The awards are presented at the National Indigenous Sport Gala in Ottawa, Ontario.
Applications may be submitted by the candidate or by a third party.

Contacts

khodder@aboriginalsportcircle.ca

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Frequently Asked Questions about the Events and awards - trainers Program

What is the Events and awards - trainers?

How much funding can be received?

Events and awards - trainers Funds up to $1,500 of admissible expenses.

Who is eligible for the Events and awards - trainers program?

To be eligible for the Events and awards - trainers program, you must: Indigenous coach (First Nations, Inuit, or Métis) Actively involved in the sport during the nomination year Must demonstrate sportsmanship, fair play, role modeling, and commitment to a holistic lifestyle