Resources
KSRAA is committed to the lifelong learning and engagement of our alumni members. Below is a compilation of websites and job boards to get you started in finding a position in your field. Make sure to visit here for professional development opportunities and special alumni deals and discounts.
Job Search
| Website | Types of Postings | Location | Degree applicability |
|---|---|---|---|
| City of Edmonton | Varied | Edmonton | All |
| Government of Alberta | Varied | Alberta | All |
| City of Calgary | Varied | Calgary | All |
| Edmonton Public School Board | Teaching | Edmonton | BKin/BEd |
| Edmonton Catholic School Board | Teaching | Edmonton | BKin/BEd |
| Alberta Recreation & Parks Association (ARPA) | Primarily recreation | Alberta | BARST/BKin |
| British Columbia Recreation & Parks Association | Recreation | British Columbia | BARST/BKin |
| SIRC | Volunteer and paid positions in sports related fields | Canada | All |
| CAPS | Varied | Alberta | All |
| NIRSA | Intramurals & recreation, primarily at the university/college level | USA | BKin & BARST |
| Charity Village | Mostly non-profit and NGO postings | Worldwide | All |
| Sports Hiring | Varied | Canada | All |
| Jump in Sport | Varied | Worldwide | All |
| Recreation Internships | Internship | USA | BKin & BARST |
| Indeed | Varied | Province-wide | BScKin |
| Idealist | Varied | North America | All |
Professional Development
| Course or Event | Topic(s) | Type | Dates | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sport and Recreation Management Graduate Certificate | Online program aimed at enhancing management and leadership skills in the fields of recreation, sport, and health. | Professional Development | All | Offered through the Faculty |
| Indigenous Sport and Recreation Graduate Certificate | Designed to help working professionals gain a deeper understanding of the cultural context of Indigenous communities through sport and recreation | Professional Development | All | Offered through the Faculty |
| APRA Conference & Energize Workshop | Recreation | Conference | October | Alternates yearly between Lake Louise and Jasper Park Lodge |
| YDRS Bi-Annual Conference | Youth Development through Recreation Services Symposium | Conference | Fall | bi-annually |
| NIRSA | Collegiate recreation | Conference | Spring | |
| International Physical Literacy Conference | Physical Literacy | Conference | Spring | Alternates with International LTAD conference. |
| Sport Leadership Sportif Conference (CAC) | Sport leadership, coaching -- Coaching Association of Canada | Conference | November | |
| Alberta Sport Leadership Conference | Sport leadership, coaching | Conference | Spring |
Alumni Discounts and Deals
| Where | What | How to access |
|---|---|---|
| PAW Centre - Van Vliet Complex | Discounted membership for a VVC Membership pass | Visit the Facility Services desk located on the lower level of VVC |
| Manulife | Health & Life Insurance | Visit here |
| TD Insurance Meloche Monnex | Discounted rate on car and home insurance | Visit here |
Take advantage of exclusive alumni savings. From discounts on the hottest Broadway shows to savings on home and auto insurance and credit cards, we've got you covered. Visit the Alumni Relations website here.