Resources

1. Financial Assistance (Removing Barriers)

Sooke has some of the highest participation rates for sport grants in BC. These three organizations are the “Big Three” for local funding:

  • KidSport Greater Victoria: Provides grants (up to $700 per child/year) to help cover registration fees for kids 18 and under.

  • Canadian Tire Jumpstart: Helps with registration and equipment costs for a wide variety of sports.

  • SEAPARC LIFE Program: The Leisure Involvement for Everyone program provides Sooke residents on limited incomes with a $250/year subsidy for children and $150/year for adults, plus free drop-in sessions.

2. School District 62 (SD62) Academies

For students looking to integrate high-level training into their school day.

  • Key Date: Registration for the 2026-2027 school year opened on February 25, 2026.

  • Programs at EMCS (Sooke):

    • Hockey Academy: Grades 9–12.

    • Soccer Academy: Grades 9–12.

    • Equine Academy: Grades 7–12 (after-school district-wide program).

  • Link: sd62.bc.ca/academies

3. Athlete & Coach Development

Resources for those looking to take their sport to the next level or get certified to lead.

  • PacificSport Victoria: Offers high-performance athlete and coach support, including “Performance Support” grants and workshops.

  • BC Ferries Sport Experience: Provides travel support (ferry vouchers) for not-for-profit sport organizations traveling for competitions.

  • ViaSport BC: The central hub for coaching certifications (NCCP) and provincial sport safety guidelines.

4. Local Facility Maps & Contacts