2005
The Canada Summer Games host society in
The 2005 Canada
Summer Games in creating more opportunities for participation from
under-represented populations than ever before. The participants include people
of Aboriginal descent, official language communities, people with disabilities,
visible minorities and multicultural communities, women, seniors, youth, and
the gay and lesbian community.
The essence of the 2005 Canada Summer Games is embodied in the Games
slogan: No Limits. Whether a
participant, volunteer or spectator, we believe everyone needs to know their
contributions are necessary to make this a truly memorable event.
Each distinguished
Diversity Ambassador will act as a spokesperson. They will be working with
other selected high profile individuals, helping to create a human legacy of
encouragement and belonging. The Diversity
in Sport Program features a number of components designed to challenge
stereotypes, foster inclusion, and recognize talents. The presence of our
Diversity Ambassadors will add a new and compelling dynamic to the Games
experience; our intent is to create a better Canada Summer Games through
greater participation. Photo courtesy Canada Summer Games
The Diversity Initiative, the first of its kind in
Following the announcement, the Multicultural Council of
Saskatchewan helped develop and edit the 2005 Canada Summer Games volunteer training
manual. Interesting aspects of our province’s ethnocutural
history were added as well as Guidelines for Sharing. Joe Daniels, Diversity Manager, and Sanda Grcic, Diversity
Coordinator, were hired
by the host society in Jaunuary, 2005
to implement the Diversity in Sport strategy. On April 4, 2005, a Diversity
Agreement was signed by many partners including The Multicultural Council of
Saskatchewan, through director Bunnye McQuarters. The
The
A Canada Games diversity ambassador program has now been
developed with community role models to foster inclusion, recognize talents
and create a greater games through greater participation. The Multicultural
Council of Saskatchewan has been contracted to facilitate the diversity
ambassador program.
So you see, there really
are NO LIMITS to what we can achieve when we work together!
This Diversity in Sport initiative was supported by:
The Ambassador Program was Co-ordinated by:
The
Multicultural Council of Saskatchewan is Supported by:
Honorary Chair Person
Gordon Tootoosis
From film and television
star to cowboy to Band Chief, it appears that there's very little Gordon Tootoosis cannot accomplish. A descendant of the great Plains Cree Leader Poundmaker,
Gordon has served as Band Chief as well as Vice President of the Federation of
Saskatchewan Indian Nations. He is an accomplished powwow dancer, a champion
calf roper and team roper as well as being an actor of great repute. His more
than 25 years as a performer in television, film and stage have included
appearances in Lonesome Dove: The Series, MacGyver, Call of the Wild, Northern
Exposure, Leaving Normal, a leading role in Tri-Star's Academy Award-winning
film, Legends of the Fall and his well-known role as villain Albert Golo in North of 60. Gordon has overcome demons of
addiction to accomplish great things and to lead as an exceptional role model
to fellow Saskatchewanians and others across the nation. He and Irene, his wife
of nearly 40 years, have raised a family of 3 daughters and two adopted sons.
After losing their daughter Glynis to cancer in 1997,
they continued their role as parents to her 4 children.
Lisa Franks At 22 years old, Lisa
Franks has overcome unbelievable obstacles to reach heights that few of us can
dream of. This young athlete from
Diversity Ambassadors
Ben Hernando
Born in Talisay,
Received a
diploma from the University of San Jose-Recoletos
(former Colegio de San Jose Recoletos
in 1968 with a degree of Bachelors of Arts and Bachelors of Science in Commerce(accounting major) 1971.
Immigrated
to
Became
a real estate agent from 1986 to 2000 with Century 21 and Coldwell Banker Real
Estate Companies in
Business
owner since 1990 (video store, disc jockey music service, and revenue housing).
Presently
working as Marketing Director for
A marathon
runner- completed 20 marathons including two marathon raising over $ 10 000 for
the Arthritis Society (
Actively
involved with the Philippine Association of Saskatchewan (P.A.S.) for the past
20 years
Currently,
the President of the PAS for the past 6 yrs and member of the Regina
Multicultural Council.
Organized
the first Filipino Basketball league in
On June 13,
2004, became the first dual citizen (Filipino and Canadian) in
Other interests
and hobbies: ballroom dancing and traveling.
Charmane Naytowhow
My name is Charmane Naytowhow and I have
resided within the Montreal Cree Nation for seventeen years, graduated my grade
twelve diploma in June, and as of January 2005, have been living with my eldest
sister in
Within the
three years I have been throwing javelin, discus and shot-put (mainly javelin).
I have participated in provincial, national competitions a few times and the
experience for myself was phenomenal. I gained so much
knowledge, experience and learned the ropes of the competition at such a high
level. To come out with a medal was the greatest joy but win or lose, I was
just happy to be competing for my region, my community, just to represent. My
ability of athleticism has been recognized throughout Saskatchewan as well as
out of province and for that I am committed to maintaining my abilities for
myself but also for the youth that look up to me.
I am looking in
to enrolling at the
As being a role
model amongst those who seek a certain someone, could be anyone. I would really
love to be that someone and seeing I am a quarters
ways I want to go further. Role model has its role, it
drives those who find it who all have it to keep their heads up and to reach
for the stars.
I am an aboriginal Cree, a youth
that has come a distance through a sport I love dearly as well as hockey,
soccer and volleyball. I enjoy being with out people making friends that become
family, representing aboriginal nations and most of all I love the drive of the
experience. The taste of accomplishment and the feeling of letting others see
that if I can do it, then so can you. I cannot five the message out to
everyone, but from the experiences I have been through. I believe if becoming a
successful Diversity Ambassador for the 2005 Canada Summer Games, I will be
able to extend the message of “No Limits”.
Josee Jacques
I am a
bilingual Francophone who was born in
I have been
participating in amateur sports since age five, when I began playing ringette. Thanks to sports, I was able to develop leadership
skills and team spirit. Sports have also allowed me the opportunity to travel
to
I also have
other interests that reflect who I am. I have played the piano and the trombone
for many years. I am also interested in various aspects of art, particularly
painting.
Volunteer work
has allowed me to work with diversified groups. I have provided companionship
to the elderly at the Sherbrooke Care Home, in
Matthew
Vukman
The 2005 Canada
Summer Games is going to be a wonderful opportunity to meet new people and make
memories that will last a lifetime. This is why I have chosen to be a part of
this momentous occasion!
I was told from
a young age that the best way to experience life is to get involved. I started
to become involved with different activities in high school while attending
Balfour Collegiate here in
I was unable to
play football in high school because of my disability but I still wanted to
participate, so instead I became the teams Equipment Manager. To keep active in
the off seasons I used my summers to go kayaking on Wascana
lake twice a week. I spent 3 years with the Balfour Redmen Football team and today I continue to be involved
with Football
Throughout my
University years I have been able to pursue a degree in the field of Psychology
while still being involved with football, which is something I enjoy very much.
My work with the U of R Rams has given me the opportunity to travel across
This summer I
also worked as an Assistant Equipment Manager for the Saskatchewan Roughriders
2005 Training Camp, an opportunity that found me through my work with the U of
R Rams Football Program.
As a way to gain experience in my psychology studies, I also spend time as a Youth Worker with Catholic Family Services. It is a wonderfully rewarding job and a way for me to pass on things I have learned not only growing up, but also from being involved with others in the community.
Phoebe DeCiman
From 1999 to 2004, Phoebe De Ciman
was a member and Captain (2003-2004) of the
Phoebe has been rewarded for her leadership by
the Daughters of Africa Inc. in 2004 and most recently with the 2005 YWCA Young
Woman of Distinction award. She has just completed two terms as President of
the
Phoebe has an active interest in leadership,
social justice issues and sports and has taken part in extensive volunteer
activities. She has coached all across
Phoebe has just completed her second honours degree in Political Science this April and hopes to some day work in Law, the Department of Foreign Affairs or the United Nations.
Ted Jaleta
Background :
Born in
Immigrated to
Became a
Canadian citizen in 1985
Employed by
Canada Revenue Agency
Achievements:
Canadian
Masters 10K consecutive champion in 1995, 1996, 1997
Ranked #7 in
the world by Runners World Magazine
for 1997 Masters Division
Awarded Sask-sport Master Athlete of the Year award
for 1997
Received
several athletic and community awards for positive contributions
Recipient of
the
Installed in
the Saskatchewan Sports Hall of Fame on June 11, 2005-06-22
Activities:
Certified
distance coach with the Regina Wheat City Track Club since 1992
Has guided
several highly successful athletes
Facilitates
wellness clinics for several community and sport groups
Public speaking
engagements for community, sport, educational institutes such as Universities
and inner city schools – wellness and positive thinking
Involved
in the community Volunteer Income Tax program Helping newcomers and seniors in
completing their Income tax return on a voluntary bases.
Facilitators
Reginald
Newkirk
When I first
moved to
One of my
primary activities is facilitating Healing Racism workshops with colleague,
journalist and educator Nathan Rutstein. After 8
years working within the Institute processes, he and I co-authored a guide to
this process Racial Healing: The Institutes for the Healing of Racism.
Workshops have been held in
In addition to
my professional work, I am a member volunteer of several Boards of Directors
and committees for the following organizations: Lumsden
(Saskatchewan) Housing Authority, Reclaiming Youth International, Inc., Royal
Canadian Mounted Police Academy's Commanding Officer's Diversity Management
Committee, Regina Jazz Society, Advisor to the Regina Alternative Measures
Program, Associate member of the Multicultural Council of Saskatchewan,
Associate member of the Regina Aboriginal Professionals Association, a member
of the Saskatchewan Registered Nurses Association's nominations committee,
Parent Fellow mentor with the National Center on Secondary Education and Transition.
I am an active
member of the Shotokan Karate organization. I play
basketball and run tack on a regular basis. In addition, I am actively involved
with my grandsons' soccer program.
I run my own
consulting company, Parity Consulting from my home in Lumsden,
where I live with my wife and youngest son.
Although
athletic and sports activities are a life-long avocation for me, I believe my
involvement with
Kimberley
Kimberley Ives strives to help create an inclusive community that offers opportunities for all of its citizens to live, give, and learn from each other.
She spearheaded and leads
Other past volunteer positions held include serving a 3 year term as a SaskSport Board member with 2 consecutive years as the Secretary/Treasurer; SK Public Service Commissioner; member on the City of Regina Advisory Committee on Access and Chair of its Employment Sub-Committee; and Board member of the South SK Independent Living Centre for several years.
Her life exemplifies her belief in the Independent Living principles of inclusion, self-determination, and citizenship. As a person who has a disability, she believes that her disability has been a gift that has enhanced her life. She works to create opportunities for all people to develop their own gifts and participate in the community in their own way.
Nicole
Cargill
I began my synchro
career when I was 8 years old at the
All photos courtesy Canada
Summer Games
Diversity Ambassador Outreach:
Ben Hernando and Phoebe DeCiman are welcomed onstage at Moose Jaw Motif Festival of Cultures in the photo on the left. Photo courtesy Canada Summer Games.
Games
Diversity Ambassador Reggie Newkirk was the Master of Ceremonies for the Canada
Celebrates Saskatchewan Centennial Talent Showcase
Oct. 1, 2005 in