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Equity, Diversity & Inclusion

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In alignment with CKO Sprint's Strategic Plan, we're pleased to announce a new initiative that aims to bring programs and awareness of Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion to our sport.
With support from CKO Executive Director, Orest Stanko, and the CKO Sprint Board of Directors, the committee is led by Kerri-Ann Redwood, Chair and Ryan Blair, Technical Director. 

CKO Sprint also is thrilled to announce the launch of our Leading the Way social media campaign!

Our goal is to amplify the voices of minorities in the paddling community in hopes to inspire the next generation. In doing so, the theme of our campaign is to “be the person you needed when you were younger”.

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Athlete Development

  • OHPSI Team
  • OAAP Team
  • Development Team
  • U14 Academy Team
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OHPSI Team

​The Canadian Sport Institute Ontario (CSIO) created the OHPSI program to provide leadership, coaching support, training and competition expenses, sport science services, equipment and technology and facility access to targeted athletes.

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OAAP Team

The Ontario Athlete Assistance Program (OAAP) is funded by the Government of Ontario, through the Ministry of Heritage, Sport, Tourism and Culture Industries, and operates through the Sport, Recreation and Community Programs Branch.  The overarching goal of the OAAP is directly related to the Enhanced Excellence goals of the Canadian Sport Policy to increase the number of high-performance Ontario athletes selected to national teams and contributing to podium achievements of Canada at international competitions.

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Development Team

The Ontario Development Team Program goal is to support the development needs of younger athletes who have demonstrated the potential to achieve international performances in the future, as well as athletes who were nominated to the OHPSI program and/or the OAAP in the previous year.  Nomination to the Ontario Development Team has no financial contribution associated with the program, rather, athletes will receive support to participate in sport-specific testing, training and monitoring.​​
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U14 Academy Team

The U14 Academy Team Program goal is to identify and support talented athletes early in their development.  Nomination to the U14 Academy Team has no financial contribution associated with the program, rather, identified athletes will receive sport-specific and fitness training through regional activities.  Additional services may be available depending on the CKO Sprint’s yearly financial plan.  
For additional Ontario Team information visit our ONTARIO TEAM page.

Special Olympics

​In partnership with Canoe Kayak Canada (CKC) and Special Olympics Ontario (SOO), CKO Sprint is recognized as a 'Partners in Play' sport by SOO.  The partnership will assist member clubs in their programming by increasing the opportunities for paddlers with intellectual disabilities.  Events include Ontario Summer Games and Ontario Championships.

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Paracanoe

CKO Sprint has developed a Paracanoe Talent Identification & Talent Transfer program.  The program provides support to talented Para athletes within our sport and recruits elite Para athletes from other Para sports.  The goal of the program is to identify, recruit and train talented athletes and coaches to reach international podium performances within three (3) to four (4) years.

If you are interested in joining our talent ID/talent transfer program in your area contact our Technical Director, Ryan Blair at ryan@ckosprint.ca.  

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Ontario Mentoring Program

The objective of the Ontario Mentoring Project (OMP) is to foster meaningful relationships and encourage a sense of fulfilment in sport and life by supporting athlete development. Building a community among Canoe Kayak Ontario (CKO) Sprint athletes by normalizing the communication between experienced and development athletes is the primary goal.
Ontario Mentoring Program (OMP) Guidelines
omp application form (for mentees)
OMP Application form (for mentors)

NxStage Program

CKO Sprint Athletes Transitioning to the Next Stage
Athletes are focused on achieving their best performance and working towards a goal of winning. However, having conversations and doing research about your future after sport is important. Athletes can leverage their network and resources to prepare for their next career after sports.
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STAGE 1 wellness and support
After identifying as an athlete for so long, it is understandably difficult to discover your new self after sports. Stage 1 serves to provide resources on transitioning from sport, shifting identities, tools for coping, adjusting your nutrition, and helping athletes leverage their sport experience to be successful and make a healthy transition.

Stage 1 of NxStage is here to provide resources to understand:
  • What transitioning is
  • How to plan for a successful transition
  • How to combat mental health obstacles
  • How to adjust your nutrition and physical activity
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STAGE 2 Growth and development
The second stage in an athlete's transition is planning for what comes next. Planning is the first step in an athlete's successful transition to full time school or work.

Stage 2 of NxStage provides athletes with resources to:
  • Continuing education
  • Game Plan career counselling
  • Resume building
  • Interview skills
  • CKO Sprint Internship opportunities, and
  • CKO Sprint Alumni Network. 
  • NxStage Mentor Program
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STAGE 3 Continuing sport
CKO Sprint wants to help athlete's keep their passion for paddling alive for life.
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​Stage 3 provides athletes with resources for:
  • Training and Competitive opportunities for: Sprint, Marathon, Surfski, SUP, and Leisure Paddling
  • Coaching
  • Officiating
  • Volunteering
  • Getting on Boards ​
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CONTACT

​​Ryan Blair 
​Technical Director
, Canoe Kayak Ontario (CKO) Sprint

T 647 505-9476
​ Email:  ryan@ckosprint.ca
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