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October 16-20 Is ParticipACTION Week

October 16-20 Is ParticipACTION Week

Research shows that taking workday physical activity breaks helps employees feel happier, more focused and less tired. In fact, three in four workers in Canada feel some benefit from doing so – almost half (44%) feel enhanced mood, and 38% feel better able to focus...

OFSAA Welcomes New Ring Supplier!

OFSAA Welcomes New Ring Supplier!

OFSAA is very pleased to announce a new partnership with Baron as the Official Ring supplier of OFSAA championships and festivals. The partnership between OFSAA and Baron Championship Rings signifies a shared vision to honour and celebrate the accomplishments of...

Logo Contest Recipient Recognized

Logo Contest Recipient Recognized

OFSAA was very excited to organize a meeting with the student who submitted the concept design for our special 75th Anniversary logo. Last week, Linda de Jeu, a member of OFSAA's Board of Directors, and a longtime Association Representative for COSSA (Central Ontario...

Student Subsidies Available Again In 2023-24

Student Subsidies Available Again In 2023-24

OFSAA is pleased to extend subsidies for students once again in the 2023-24 school year! The following 2023-24 deadlines to submit an application are in place: Fall Sports - October 31 Winter Sports - January 31 Spring Sports - April 28 Please learn about the...

September 27th is Rowan’s Law Day

September 27th is Rowan’s Law Day

This year marks the fifth anniversary of the implementation of Rowan's Law. September 27th is Rowan’s Law Day in memory of Rowan Stringer, a 17-year old athlete who died from second impact syndrome due to multiple concussions while playing high school rugby. Ontario...

School Sport Coach Awards Announced!

School Sport Coach Awards Announced!

For 17 years, the Ontario Coaching Excellence Awards program celebrates the dedication and commitment of exemplary individuals who inspire, innovate and share knowledge of sport with others. The Awards recognize the importance of leadership, performance and the value...

National Coaches Week Underway!

National Coaches Week Underway!

Saturday, September 16th was the launch of National Coaches Week! Coaches can diversify their coaching knowledge with FREE or discounted NCCP education from September 16-24. Learn more about the opportunities and all that is going on across the country this week...

Fall Edition Of The Bulletin Is Here!

Fall Edition Of The Bulletin Is Here!

Before we look ahead to our 75th Anniversary of OFSAA in 2023-24, we need to pay tribute to the student-athletes and coaches who stood tall in the spring! Our recaps of the championships and festivals can be found here in the pages of our fall issue of The Bulletin...

Welcome From President Scott Barr! Celebrate Our 75th In 2023-24!

Welcome From President Scott Barr! Celebrate Our 75th In 2023-24!

Welcome to the new school year! It is with great pride that I assume the role of President of OFSAA in 2023. I have been fortunate to have athletics as a large part of my personal and professional life, and know the valuable role that sports have played in creating...

Maxwell Scholarship Recipients Hosted At OFSAA Reception

Maxwell Scholarship Recipients Hosted At OFSAA Reception

Left to right:  Ryan Davies, Chanell Duffy, Angus Skinner, Nicole Hartnell, Ethan Rashid-Cocker and Florina Keller. OFSAA and members of the Brian Maxwell Memorial Scholarship Fund were on hand for a special awards reception with all six honourees and their families...