The Aboriginal Sport and Wellness Council of Ontario - OM for/pour Iakwa’shatste Youth Fitness

The Aboriginal Sport and Wellness Council of Ontario - OM for/pour Iakwa’shatste Youth Fitness

Grant programYouth Opportunities Fund
Grant typeYOF - Grassroots Innovation
Amount awarded$70,000
Duration12 months
Year2015-2016
Location served
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Population servedIndigenous youth (i.e. First Nations, Métis or Inuit youth), Lesbian, gay, bi-sexual, transgender, two-spirit, queer (LGBTTQ+) youth, Youth at-risk of dropping out or have dropped out of school, Youth in low-income situations or from low-income families, Youth vulnerable of becoming or are in conflict with the law
Age group12 to 14 years, 15 to 19 years, 20 to 25 years, Parents or guardians of young people
Description$70,000 over 12 months to provide access to professional sports and fitness training to athletically inclined youth in remote and underserved First Nations community in Akwesasne. Traditional healers and teachers will train youth to fight depression and anxiety by traditional means, with a focus on the mind, body and spirit. Funds will be used for staff and program delivery.
Grant resultYouth know about and easily navigate resources and opportunities in their communities; Youth are engaged in their community
Grant statusClosed