We aim to be the sports hub of the region, to facilitate athlete, coaching, officiating and voluntee Successful sport development depends largely on effective partnerships and networking with a wide range of community groups, service providers, facility operators, national and provincial governing bodies, local authorities and volunteer groups. Through the development of the RMWB Sport Strategic P
lan, it has been determined that there is a need for greater collaboration, engagement and communication between members of the sport community. Additionally there is a strong will to improve the current state of “sport development" programs and “sport for development" outcomes through a more community-driven and strategic approach. Community stakeholders have developed the Wood Buffalo Sport Connection Society in alignment with the Wood Buffalo Sport Strategic Plan. The Vision
To be a provincial leader in sport with a coordinated and adaptive system that promotes sport excellence and fosters opportunities for lifelong sport participation for all residents. The Mission
To enhance “sport development" programs and accelerate “sport for development" outcomes within the RMWB. Sport Development: Non-profit sport, recreation activities, and high performance, physical literacy and/or active participation efforts operating within the Wood Buffalo region. Sport for Development: Sport for the purpose of personal and physical development within the Wood Buffalo region. The Society was incorporated in June 2017, has developed operating Policies and Procedures, approved a Strategic Direction and gained funding from the RMWB to commence operations in the last half of 2017.
