No equipment? No problem. Just show up and play!
Self‑serve sport equipment lockers are now live in Vancouver, Coquitlam & Brampton, opening the door to more kids getting in the game, no matter the cost.
More cities. More play. No cost necessary.
#Jumpstart #EquipSport #InclusivePlay #KidsNeedSport
It's remarkable how quickly kids find their people once they're in the right setting 🤩
No pretense, no performance — just kids being kids, using humour and fun to build genuine connections that feel effortless. 🤝
In Episode 5 of Beyond the Game, our roundtable reflects on why fostering that social synergy isn't just a bonus of sport and play. It gives kids the space to strip away the noise of everyday life and show up as their most authentic selves. 🎯
This is where kids begin building the right tools for lifelong success. 🚀
Link in bio for our full conversation! 🎙️
@13round.life@trailsyouth
#SportForGood #KidsWhoPlay #BuildingCommunity
Sport is just the beginning. ✨
This past March, Toronto kicked off this year's Play to Lead program with a focus on career exploration, skill development, and lifelong success.
Bringing young Black female athletes and coaches together for experiential learning, real conversations, and new connections. 🤗
Rooted in research and driven by inspiring sport leaders, Play to Lead uses sport to develop leadership skills and advance gender equity across Canada. 🇨🇦
This is what it looks like when young women are supported to lead — now and into the future. 🙌🏽
#PlayToLead #GirlsInSport #WomenSupportingWomen
"Find something you're passionate about and enjoy the journey. If there's no fun in what you're doing, what's the point?" That's the kind of simple, honest guidance that only someone like Christine Sinclair can deliver. 🫡
In our latest Community Connects episode, Canada's soccer legend visits the City of Surrey to connect with their staff and kids on the pitch. ⚽
@c_sinc12@thecityofsurrey
Watch the full episode today! Link in bio.
#FindYourPassion #YouthSports #CommunityImpact
Peer support is one of the most underrated tools in youth development. 🧰
In this episode of Beyond the Game, Rae from Trails Youth Initiative tells a story about a camper ready to quit a challenging hike, but was reminded of her strength — not by a coach, but by her own peers. 🤝
Her bond with her friends is what got her to the finish line. 🏁
To hear more, visit our YouTube channel: /@ctjumpstart@trailsyouth
#PeerSupport #YouthSupport #Community
It takes a village to create champions. 🏆
Sport gives kids structure. Community gives them purpose. Now they're paying it forward. ⏩
In this episode of Beyond the Game, our roundtable unpacks how youth are discovering their best selves through sport, and the habits, discipline, and identity sport builds along the way. 🌟
Because the impact sport has on a child looks different for everyone.
@benhuot@c_sinc12
Tune in! Episode 5 featuring Christine Sinclair drops this week. 🎙️
#YouthDevelopment #KidsNeedSport #CommunityImpact
Soccer is rising in BC, and we're making sure every kid gets to play. 🙌
Jumpstart, BC Soccer, and SportsShare partnered to launch BC Soccer Community Hub: a centralized platform for coaches, officials, and club leaders to access SafeSport training, coaching tools, mentorship resources, and community stories. 📚
When cost isn't a barrier, more kids play. When more kids play, communities thrive. 💙
GAME ON, BC! ⚽
@1bcsoccer@sportssharecommunity
#YouthSoccer #GrowTheGame #KidsInSport
Happy Volunteer Week! 💛
To every volunteer who shows up for kids in their community—thank you. Your time, energy, and heart make the difference in a child's life. 🏆
Whether you're driving young athletes to practices, coaching, managing snacks, or cheering from the sidelines, you're unlocking potential in every kid. ⭐
With your commitment, we're changing lives across Canada through the power of sport and play. 🏀
#VolunteerWeek #Jumpstart #MakingADifference #VolunteerLove
Charlottetown, PEI — Jumpstart’s Play to Lead is headed your way! 📍
The Play to Lead Summit touches down July 6–9, 2026. 🛫
For girls ages 14–18 looking for mentorship, career development, and a space to lead with confidence — this is your moment! ✨
This high‑energy leadership and sport experience is built to help young female student athletes develop lifelong skills, grow their confidence, and find community as they navigate high school and prepare for post‑secondary. 💥
Also, bring the coach who inspires you! Coaches will gain exclusive access to industry professionals who will help strengthen their impact and support the next generation of leaders. 🏆
Applications are officially open — and spots are limited. 🚨
Apply now through the link in our bio! 🔗
#FutureLeaders #YouthLeadership #GirlsInSport #WomenInSport
It's official — soccer is Canada's most played sport among youth and most favoured sport by parents. 🇨🇦 ⚽
With global roots, low costs, and unstoppable momentum, it's captured the hearts of Canadians of all backgrounds. The proof? 1 in 2 Canadian youth play soccer. 📊
Played in 200+ countries and growing fast right here in Canada, soccer has a way of meeting kids exactly where they are. 🌎
Found how soccer is leading the way in our 2025 State of Youth Sports Report - link in bio! 🔗
#YouthSports #KidsNeedSport
Future leaders in the making 💫
We were proud to host @ctjumpstart ’s Play to Lead summit at Harbourfront Centre last month. Participants explored a variety of hands-on workshops, including Scrub & Butter, self-reflection, personal branding and more, all designed to empower the next generation of women in sport and leadership. Programs like this intentionally include underrepresented communities to ensure the next generation of leaders reflects everyone.
Through Play to Lead, athletes don’t just play — they grow. With real-world leadership experiences and ongoing mentorship, they build confidence, expand their networks, and step into leadership both on and off the field. 🤸♀️
Because when girls are given the tools to lead, the impact goes far beyond the field.
#CanadianTireJumpstartCharities #WomenInSport #FutureLeaders
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