The Community Sport Councils Ontario (CSCO), in partnership with the City of Brantford and the Brantford Sports Council, is thrilled to announce the FOCUS 2024 Conference, a two-day event taking place on Friday, August 23 and Saturday, August 24 at the TownePlace Suites by Marriott Brantford. This conference aims to bring together sport leaders, community partners, volunteers, coaches, educators, and governments to share knowledge, best practices, and innovative strategies to enhance the growth and development of community sports in the province.
The conference will feature several interactive workshop sessions that have been designed to provide interactive learning and foster practical takeaways. These include workshops focused on organization and infrastructure, community diversity and integration, sustainable tourism initiatives, growing your organization & business, adapting to the future, and physical and mental health in sport.
The FOCUS 2024 conference is a must-attend event, featuring an incredible list of guest speakers, such as: Allison Forsyth, 2 time-Olympian, Safe Sport; Steve Indig, Sport Law; Professor Julie Stevens, Brock University; James Murphy, Parasport Ontario; Clay Melnike & Danielle Johnson, Indigenous Sport & Wellness Ontario; Dr. Katie Misener, Recreation of Leisure Studies, University of Waterloo; and many more.
The Community Sport Councils Ontario (CSCO), in partnership with the City of Brantford and the Brantford Sports Council, look forward to welcoming you to the conference, where you will have the chance to network with fellow sports enthusiasts, forge meaningful relationships, and take away a wealth of knowledge and inspiration to elevate your role in promoting community sports.
The conference registration fee includes a comprehensive package, featuring a Friday evening social with light refreshments, Saturday morning and afternoon refreshments, as well as lunch. Don’t miss out on this valuable opportunity to connect with fellow professionals and industry experts.
