Empowering Communities Through Youth Sports
Our approach combines interactive sports programs with capacity building efforts to improve the health of Indigenous youth.
Our Mission
Welcome to ActivNation, an organization empowering Indigenous students to achieve success in school by leveraging the power of sports as a motivational tool.
We firmly believe that by using sports as a catalyst, we can enhance attendance rates, boost classroom engagement, and instill lifelong healthy habits among students.
Our comprehensive program not only focuses on supporting students in obtaining their high school diplomas but also equips them with the necessary skills and resources to lead active and healthy lives beyond graduation.
With a commitment to education and well-being, ActivNation is dedicated to making a lasting positive impact on the lives of Indigenous students, empowering them to thrive academically and embrace a vibrant, healthy future.
Our mission is to prioritize Indigenous health by implementing interactive sports programs and fostering capacity building. We firmly believe that promoting the
Communities We Have Worked With
Eastmain
Ouje Bougoumou
Waswanipi
Nemaska
Chisasibi
Whapmagoostui
Sports
Promoting active lifestyles, and building important life skills through team-based activities.
Capacity Building
Empowering Indigenous youth to foster their personal development to create positive change in their communities.
Education
Providing integrative programs with local schools, assuring Indigenous youth in pursuit of educational goals and outcomes.
Health
Developing healthy habits to improve physical well-being and overall health outcomes.
Our Approach
Who We Are
Since 2011, ActivNation has successfully collaborated with over 3000 Indigenous youth, providing them with comprehensive support to achieve their goals through a combination of sports and education programs. Throughout our journey, we have developed proprietary frameworks for education and health to ensure that our programs are specifically designed to meet the unique needs of our communities.
To develop these programs, we have actively engaged with local youth and community members, highlighting their input and insights. We firmly believe that community-led initiatives are the most effective way to assist Indigenous youth in realizing their aspirations and fulfilling their dreams
Our team comprises experienced and passionate coaches, educators, and athletes who have dedicated their careers to youth development programs, fostering engaged and energetic student-athletes. We recognize the importance of consistent role models who are invested in the future of the young people they serve. Whenever possible, we prioritize local mentorship and leadership, while also bringing in external expertise when needed.
How we help
Indigenous youth face significant challenges in graduating high school, often due to limited resources and a lack of ongoing skills development opportunities. At ActivNation, we address this issue by providing tailored, holistic sports programs that empower First Nations students to succeed academically and beyond.
Central to our programs is the preservation and connection to cultural heritage, as we believe that Indigenous youth thrive academically, socially, and emotionally when they are connected to their cultures, communities, and histories. These connections play a crucial role in their success through sports.
In addition to academic and athletic support, our programs aim to establish self-sustaining sports and leadership initiatives within the communities we work with. We prioritize training local youth to become healthy and active local instructors, enabling them to continue providing the community with the necessary tools for success long after our involvement.
In one of our community programs in Eastmain, Quebec, we partnered with Wabannutao Eeyou School to launch an integrative sport academy. Success of the program was measured by increased school attendance, participation, and graduation rates.
We firmly believe that by using sports as a catalyst, we can enhance attendance rates, boost classroom engagement, and instill lifelong healthy habits among students.
Our comprehensive program not only focuses on supporting students in obtaining their high school diplomas but also equips them with the necessary skills and resources to lead active and healthy lives beyond graduation.
With a commitment to education and well-being, ActivNation is dedicated to making a lasting positive impact on the lives of Indigenous students, empowering them to thrive academically and embrace a vibrant, healthy future.
Our mission is to prioritize Indigenous health by implementing interactive sports programs and fostering capacity building. We firmly believe that promoting the
This is the increase we strive for in each of our partner communities.
