Niagara Sport Commission Information

Our Mandate Foster economic and community development through sport. Our Mission The Niagara Sport Commission will foster the interplay between the sport business and community life by establishing a strong cultural identity and economic foundation through sport. Our Values and Guiding Principles • Equity – provide all residents of Niagara the equal right to participate is sport and recreation; • Access & Inclusion – ensure individuals will not be denied access to sport for any reason; • Fun – the joys of participating are the essence of sport; • Fair Play & Respect – play by the rules and respect teammates, participants, and competitors; • Advocacy – responding to and working on behalf of sport participants, volunteers, and organizations; • Cooperation & Collaboration – working together is central to achievement. Our Goals • Building partnerships among sport, business, tourism, and community organizations; • Promoting sport and physical activity programs at the grassroots level; • Bidding for and host sport events, tournaments, and major games; • Facilitating equity and access to sport programs and facilities; • Developing strategic plans for sport facilities in Niagara; • Developing sustained sources of revenue for community sport organizations; and • Recruiting, training, and recognizing the efforts of volunteers;