1998 Arctic Winter games: Study of the Benefits of Participation *
Publisher/Sponsor:
Arctic Winter Games International Committee
Author:
Lankford, Sam
This study is the initial examination of the personal, social and community benefits of the Games (as opposed to previous economic impact studies). This research focussed on the development of a meaningful questionnaire and was limited to the North West Territories participants, coaches and volunteers. Importantly, the data provide a clear rationale for generating NGO, government and private support for the AWG's. In addition, there appears to be very strong linkages to the need for community programs to support these young people both prior to, during and after the competitions. These programs are related to community development and social service issues as well as recreation and sport programs. The findings also correlate with the findings of the Sport North report "The Benefits of Sport in the Northwest Territories." Specifically, that sport participation (training and competition) is a major feature in the lives of young people in the Northwest Territories.
Publication Date:
1998
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