32 “The work of the players and the BC Lions Organization to develop Indigenous programming is outstanding. We are proud to support their initiatives, we know that Indigenous communities face substantial barriers when it comes to participating in recreational sports and we will do all we can to support organizations, like the BC Lions, that are helping to remove those obstacles.” Nav Malhotra LIUNA Local 1611 Business Manager/ Secretary-Treasurer THE POWER OF SPORT Providing the Tools for Success and Removing the Barriers With the support of Indigenous Sport, Physical Activity & Recreation Council (ISPARC), LIUNA Local 1611 and our other partners the BC Lions are helping to create lifelong memories and friendships through the power of sport as part of our Indigenous youth program. Over the course of 5 weeks, BC Lions players work with youth from four different Indigenous communities teaching them flag football which culminates in a fun filled tournament. These youth also take part in a life skills workshop to further enhance their experience. “LIUNA partnership and support of our Indigenous programs means that we continue to provide theses experiences to the community. The BC Lions Indigenous Youth program gives the opportunity to make connections, develop teamwork and life skills and learn from professionals. Their programs build confidence and provides support to those youth that might otherwise be overlooked.” 13 2 Mark Olsen 0 E LIUNA Local 1611 President U S (Pictured 2nd from the left) S I | 4 2 0 2 SCAN the QR Code for the R E BC Lions Game Schedule B M E T P E S