KidSport Nova Scotia

While we are missing our IG Wealth Management Ceilidh & Casino event this spring, we would like to take time to recognize our event sponsors. We’re looking forward to bringing the event back in 2022!

It’s time to celebrate the many millions of volunteers across Canada! It’s National Volunteer Week, please join Volunteer Canada as we celebrate our KidSport Nova Scotia volunteers and all they do for our communities! #VolunteersBringChange #NVW2021

We're only two weeks away from our next application deadline!! If you are looking for funding assistance to help cover your child's sport fees this summer, apply by May 3rd. Need more info? Visit our website #SoALLKidsCanPlay https://kidsportcanada.ca/nova-scotia/

Last week the Nova Scotia Equestrian Federation - NSEF stopped by to make their annual contribution to KidSport. We're fortunate to have so many Provincial Sport Organizations such as Volleyball Nova Scotia, Baseball Nova Scotia, Hockey Nova Scotia and Soccer Nova Scotia who have stepped up to give back so ALL kids can chase their sporting dreams. #SoALLKidsCanPlay https://kidsportcanada.ca//provincial-sport-organizations/

The Sport Split 50/50 early bird prize draw is Thursday, April 15! Get your tickets now for your chance to win the Cleve's Source for Sports gift card https://www.sportsplit.ca/

Our office is closed today but our online application system is always open. Apply for a #KidSport grant to help offset your child's sport registration & equipment fees. Our next application deadline is May 3rd! #SoALLKidsCanPlay https://kidsportcanada.ca/nova-scotia/provincial-fund/

Did you know KidSport grants can cover tennis memberships, lessons and equipment? As the weather heats up, clubs are starting to open up so if you need funding assistance to get your child on the court... apply today! #SoALLKidsCanPlay https://kidsportcanada.ca/nova-scotia/provincial-fund/

A grant that allows 10-year-old Jaqueline’s family to be able to afford the registration fee for her community’s summer soccer league. It’s Jaqueline’s first season, but she picks it up fast... (the story continues) https://kidsportcanada.ca/what-we-do/ #SoALLKidsCanPlay

Did you know we have streamlined the application process for those connected to local social assistance programs? Simply ask your support worker to authorize the form in the appropriate box! Need an application form? Visit https://kidsportcanada.ca/nova-scotia/provincial-fund/ to apply today #SoALLKidsCanPlay

ICYMI: $2 million in additional funding for KidSport to allow more kids and families to access sport.

Our friends at KidSport PEI are the charity of choice for the Southside U13 Wildcats #GoodDeedsCup! $100,000 would be an incredible boost and help a few hundred kids chase their sporting dreams, so let's show our island neighbors some love & vote! #SoALLKidsCanPlay

Need some help covering your child's sport fees? Our KidSport program can provide up to $300 per child to offset registration & equipment costs. Our next application deadline is March 1st. Apply today #SoALLKidsCanPlay https://kidsportcanada.ca/nova-scotia/provincial-fund/

KidSport & Saputo Announce Multiyear Partnership Renewal - Saputo to contribute $600,000 So ALL Kids Can Play!

This is amazing news for not only our program, but for the thousands of families across the province who faced financial challenges over the past year. When you're ready to get your kids back in the game, we'll be here for you. Thank you Nova Scotia Government for making it #SoALLKidsCanPlay

Happy first day of spring!! If you're looking for funding to help cover spring/summer sport costs our next grant deadline is May 3rd. Apply today #SoALLKidsCanPlay https://kidsportcanada.ca/nova-scotia/provincial-fund/

Lunenburg is looking to bring baseball back to their community this summer and you can help! If you're able to assist with any of the volunteer opportunities below, make sure you reach out to Kelly before March 31st.

Great article on our ambassador Emma Taylor and the journey she's taking in the hopes of representing Canada at the 2021 Rugby World Cup!!

DYK: when applying for KidSport funding your application is reviewed by one of our local community Chapter volunteers? Volunteers are the backbone of our KidSport program & having a local presence in the community is more important than ever! Apply today! https://kidsportcanada.ca/nova-scotia/

2020 wasn’t all bad. For 1,144 Nova Scotia kids, 2020 was the year we made sure financial barriers didn’t stop them from pursuing their sporting dreams. We also granted out $323,844 to our local community sport groups and couldn’t have done it without the generous support of our partners, sponsors & donors! #SoALLKidsCanPlay

Spring/Summer sport registration is just around the corner! If you're planning to apply, check out our upcoming deadlines: May 3 - for registration dates in March, April, May or early June July 2 - for registration dates in June or July.... https://kidsportcanada.ca/nova-scotia/provincial-fund/ #SoALLKidsCanPlay

Well this is turning out to be quite the story. Two years ago Carter from E & C Sweet Corn U-Pick made his first donation to #KidSport. Today we received this lovely card with yet another donation, marking his third consecutive year of giving back!! #ThankYouCarter #SoALLKidsCanPlay

Happy New Year! A new year means new funding opportunities for everyone. Anyone who received funding in 2020 is now eligible to apply for 2021!! Our first application deadline for this year is January 4th. https://kidsportcanada.ca/nova-scotia/provincial-fund/ #SoALLKidsCanPlay

Some kids dream of playing pro sports, others dream of just playing sports. Give the #GiftofSport this holiday season: http://ow.ly/GGW350CRbiu https://youtu.be/eKTHNi6c3ZA

Do you remember the sound of your family and team cheering you on? The high-fives and celebration with your teammates after the final buzzer of the winning game? Now’s your chance to bring these feelings full circle! Give the Gift of Sport today! Visit bit.ly/3mPe3Yb.

If you play a sport now, chances are you did as a kid, too! Even if your athletic abilities may not be what they once were, you have the chance to give the gift of lifelong physical activity to a kid in your hometown! Visit bit.ly/3mPe3Yb to donate to your local chapter.

With 13 Chapters across the province, we have somebody #local to answer all your questions about #KidSport! Special thanks to our incredible community partners & volunteers this Holiday season! To find your community chapter visit https://kidsportcanada.ca/nova-scotia/#findchapter

Shopping online this holiday season? Head over to our "gift shop" and give a local child in your community the opportunity to chase their sporting dreams! bit.ly/3mPe3Yb #GiftofSport #SoALLKidsCanPlay

Consider all the gifts sport gave to you as a kid and give the Gift of Sport to bring it Full Circle! Visit bit.ly/3mPe3Yb to make a donation directly to your local chapter with options for monthly giving, corporate giving plus the ability to donate offline. #GiftofSport

Now more than ever, kids need sport! Not only for the thrill of the game, but to help them develop their mental and emotional health. This holiday season, consider helping a child find their way through sport. Visit KidSport.ca/GiftofSport to bring it Full Circle and give the Gift of Sport.

ICYMI #GiftOfSport

#ThankYouThursday It's been a challenging year all around, but the support of our partners and sponsors has been incredible! Special thanks to all our teammates this year for helping us keep kids in the game! #SoALLKidsCanPlay

This holiday season help us bring the #GiftofSport Full Circle! Consider all the gifts sport gave to you as a kid - now it's your chance to bring it full circle. Visit http://KidSport.ca/GiftofSport & make a donation directly to your local chapter today! #SoALLKidsCanPlay

Check out this awesome program from Bedford Minor Hockey! Did you know sledge hockey programs in Nova Scotia are eligible for KidSport funding? We fund all kinds of Parasport programs as well so if you want to learn more about adapted and inclusive sports in our province visit https://parasportns.com/ #SoALLKidsCanPlay

Where would you be without the gifts sport gave to you? How has sport shaped you to be the person you are today? This year, our Gift of Sport campaign is asking you to help bring sport Full Circle! Visit http://kidsport.ca/giftofsport to learn more. #SoALLKidsCanPlay #GiftofSport

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