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NWTRPA at CPRA’s Forward Together Summit and Day of Action in Ottawa
Last week, two representatives from the NWTRPA were in Ottawa for the Canadian Parks and Recreation Association (CPRA)’s Forward Together: A Summit for Collective Impact, a national gathering that brought together recreation and parks leaders from across the country to advance shared federal priorities that support strong, healthy, and connected communities. Over three days, we explored national trends affecting the sector, contributed to the renewal of the Framework for Recr
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Green Jobs Program - Application Open for 2024
The Canadian Parks and Recreation Association (CPRA) has secured Government of Canada funding via Parks Canada to support a “green jobs”...
Dec 20, 20231 min read
Meet the New NWTRPA Board of Directors!
On November 15, 2023, the NWTRPA held its Annual General Meeting (AGM), which took place virtually via Zoom. The following Board...
Dec 4, 20231 min read
Meet Tim, our Interim Executive Director!
Tim has spent his entire adult life in recreation. Most of his childhood, too. His teachers in school would likely have said the same at...
Oct 31, 20232 min read
Meet Adam, our Interim Director - Professional Development!
We’re happy to welcome Adam Woogh to the NWTRPA team as our Interim Director - Professional Development! Adam was born and raised in...
Oct 31, 20231 min read
Everything You Need to Know About the 2023 NWTRPA Virtual Annual General Meeting
Our AGM is an opportunity for NWTRPA members to get involved in shaping recreation in the territory by electing new board members,...
Oct 19, 20233 min read
2023 NWTRPA Conference postponed: Questions about your membership?
Thank you to all who registered for the 2023 NWT Recreation and Parks Annual Conference. As confirmed by our Conference organization...
Oct 6, 20231 min read
National Day for Truth and Reconciliation
This post includes details about colonialism and residential schools which could be upsetting and triggering. If you are a residential...
Sep 29, 20234 min read
2023 NWTRPA Conference Update
Dear 2023 Conference Participants, First and foremost, all of us at the NWT Recreation and Parks Association hope you are safe and doing...
Sep 13, 20231 min read
Smokey Air and Being Active
Every summer is different from the last, and this 2023 summer has been unique. Temperatures were above average in most communities....
Aug 4, 20233 min read
NWTRPA Board Nominations Open!
Are you passionate about healthy families, strong cultures, and vibrant communities? Do you want to be involved in shaping the recreation...
Jun 30, 20232 min read
July 1st
July 1st marks the anniversary of Canada’s journey towards independence as a political entity. This day also offers us time to learn,...
Jun 29, 20232 min read
Farewell JRPM, see you next year!
June Get Active grants are offered in concurrence with June is Recreation and Parks Month to encourage communities to celebrate...
Jun 29, 20232 min read
Water Safety Grants are back!
To assist NWT Communities, the NWTRPA is funding Water Safety grants to underline safety around bodies of water, where there is a risk of...
Jun 29, 20232 min read
NWTRPA June is Recreation and Parks Month (JRPM) Photo Contest
What is JRPM? June is Recreation and Parks Month (JRPM) is an annual observance celebrated in Canada to promote the importance of...
Jun 2, 20231 min read
June is Recreation and Parks Month!
June is Recreation and Parks Month (JRPM) is an annual observance celebrated in Canada to promote the importance of recreation and parks...
Jun 2, 20231 min read
Spotlighting Recreation in the NWT: Bright Spots!
Do you know an organization or individual who is doing something awesome in recreation? Let us know! Bright Spots turn our attention to...
Jun 2, 20231 min read
How I Survived Advisory Committee
“How I Survived” is a research project about recreation at residential and day schools in the NWT that was initiated by the NWTRPA and...
Jun 2, 20235 min read
Photographs and Residential School History
Guided by a committee of former students and intergenerational Survivors, the NWT Recreation and Parks Association (NWTRPA) and the...
Jun 2, 20232 min read
Apply for a June Get Active Grant!
There is just ONE month to go before June is Recreation and Parks Month (JRPM) and Senior Citizens Month. That means two things: 1....
May 1, 20232 min read
2022 NWTRPA Innovation Award Winner: Mercedes Rabesca
For over 30 years the NWTRPA Awards Program has been celebrating and recognizing recreation professionals and volunteers in northern...
Apr 19, 20232 min read
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