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May 5, 2020

Join BCHF’s Virtual 5k/10K in Support of Hospitality Workers

In light of the COVID-19 pandemic and its impact on the hospitality industry, SportMedBC is supporting the BC Hospitality Foundation’s goal to help keep spirits up with a province-wide virtual event called the Hospitality Hustle . All are welcome to join in the BCHF’s FREE event, which involves engaging in physical activity of your choice and sharing your experience on social media. The event will conclude on the evening of Sunday, May 31, 2020 with a virtual dance party hosted by a live DJ. Keeping social distancing front of mind, the BCHF encourages participants to pick an...
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April 22, 2020

COVID-19: SportMedBC Programming Update April 22nd

With the continuing escalation of precautionary measures to mitigate transmission risks of the (COVID-19) Coronavirus, SportMedBC has suspended the delivery of all in-person programs and services effective March 16, 2020. We remain committed to delivering our sport training programs and sport safety courses and workshops in a way that is safe and have modified the format so they can be delivered virtually. 10K to Half Marathon Training Program Following the provincial health authority's recommendation to limit public gatherings, sadly we will be unable to hold weekly clinic meetups for...
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March 26, 2020

Latest COVID-19 Update - 2020 InTraining Program

Update March 30 As per our last update two weeks ago we promised to reassess the COVID-19 situation at the end of March and come to a decision on how to proceed for the remaining weeks of 2020 InTraining program. On the advice of government and public health authorities and with physical distancing measures likely in place for the foreseeable future, SportMedBC has made the decision to officially suspend all in-person training sessions for the remainder of the program. We will continue to offer online support to our participants and encourage you to continue with your training by running/...
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March 17, 2020

COVID-19 HEALTH GUIDELINES FOR SPORT ORGANIZATIONS

Last updated on March 17, 2020 To focus efforts on containment of COVID-19 in British Columbia, public health officials have implemented the following measures: For everyone: The B.C. Ministry of Health has developed a self-assessment tool to help individuals to determine whether they may need further assessment or testing for COVID-19. The Ministry of Health notes this can be a self-assessment, or it can be completed on behalf of someone else. For sport organizations: Event cancellations: Event organizers are now required to cancel any gathering with more than 50 people – view the...
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March 4, 2020

Health Guidelines for PSO's Travelling Outside of Canada

This joint message is from the Sport Medicine Advisory Committee comprised of Chief Medical Officers from the Canadian Olympic Committee, the Canadian Paralympic Committee, and the Canadian Olympic and Paralympic Sport Institute Network (COPSIN). It is meant to guide Sporting Organizations in decision-making with respect to travel to competitions within and outside Canada. Read more on prevention, treatment and travel guidelines for athletes and coaches, related to COVID-19. For athletes travelling for sport tournaments simply follow the standard precautions below to ensure that you remain...
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March 2, 2020

Join Our Upcoming New Balance Speaker Series Event

You're invited to join SportMedBC's RunWalk Coach and resident Olympian Lynn Kanuka for an evening dedicated to our 2020 InTraining troupes. New Balance will open up their Langley store for our leaders and participants to take advantage of their IT discount at an after hours shopping opportunity and evening of informative talks. Light refreshments and snacks will be served. Our Guest Speaker Jag Bains (Physiotherapist and Kinesiologist) will be speaking about "The Importance of Cross Training for Injury Prevention and Optimal Run/Walk Technique". New Balance Store Langley,...
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January 24, 2020

Sign up for our New 12-Week Beginner Triathlon Clinic!

In partnership with the North Shore Triathlon, SportMedBC is launching a My First Triathlon clinic! This 12-week program is for the recreational athlete who has their eyes set on doing their first sprint triathlon. Experienced triathlete and coach Andrew Tuovinen and swim coach Stewart Scott, will progressively guide you through the multi-discipline training to reach the goal of completing the renowned North Shore Triathlon on May 18th, 2020 - a sprint triathlon featuring a 444m swim, 17.6K bike ride, and 5K run. Your training experience will include a 12-week sprint triathlon training...
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January 23, 2020

SportMedBC Introduces New Student Membership

SportMedBC is pleased to offer a new student associate membership class. Following the adoption of a special resolution from our 2019 AGM, students attending a post-secondary institution in a sport medicine related program and having completed the BC Sports Aid Program are eligible for associate student membership. This will give students access to event medical coverage opportunities where they will be able to learn in the field and earn valuable work experience. The BC Sports Aid Certificate recognizes individuals who have completed SportMedBC’s Sports First Aid and Athletic Taping...
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January 14, 2020

SportMedBC Hosts Annual Leader Training Day in Surrey and Kelowna

SportMedBC hosted our annual Leader Training Day at separate events in Surrey and Kelowna this past weekend. Over 200 volunteer run leaders and clinic coordinators were in attendance for the event in Surrey held at Ecole Gabrielle Roy to learn about proper running and walking technique, emergency response protocols, motivating participants, and to hear inspiring stories from other longtime run leaders. Now in its 25th year, the InTraining Program’s Leader Training Day is led by RunWalk Coach and former Canadian Olympic bronze-medalist, Lynn Kanuka. “Coach Lynn” as she is...
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January 13, 2020

2020 InTraining Refer-a-Friend Contest is back!

Know someone who would make a great training buddy? Or perhaps you have a colleague that wants to improve their 10K race time in 2020? Refer them to the program, and you both will have a chance to win a pair of Vancouver Whitecaps FC tickets and two complimentary entries to the 2020 Vancouver Sun Run! Complete the entry form below before February 1st, 2020 at 11:59pm for your chance to win! Referee can not have been a participant in the 2019 InTraining Program and participants can only be referred once. See full contest rules & regulations can be found here . The 2020 InTraining Program...
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