Ottawa North Stars Sport and Leadership Fund
Project Description
The Ottawa Shooting Stars are dedicated to delivering top-tier basketball development, increasing accessibility and affordability, and championing equity and inclusion in sports. Our new North Stars program offers elite young women and gender-diverse athletes the chance to compete against the best, unlocking their full athletic potential. With teams from U13 to U19, the North Stars will elevate girls' basketball across Ottawa and Ontario.
The proceeds from this fundraising will be
used for the following cause(s):
Project proceeds will cover startup equipment and uniforms, coach training and certification, and start up facility costs. Funds raised will create a lasting, inclusive, high-performance basketball experience that empowers athletes and women leaders, both on and off the court.
How this project will assist in promoting
or developing amateur sport on a national
level.
Investing in competitive sport for girls at the U13 to U19 levels will create visible role models and clear pathways to success, directly addressing the participation and dropout gaps in girls' and women's sports across Canada.