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SSNL Boys Varsity Ball Hockey Provincials

April 30 - May 3, 2026

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It's that time of year again where we look back on the school year that's been and decide who deserves to be recognized for the work they've done. Whether that be standout student-athletes or student-volunteers, beloved coaches and/or athletic directors, and those very special individuals who pop to mind when you think of your school's sport programs.  Let’s celebrate the people who make school sports something truly special. See below for a complete list of available SSNL Annual Awards as well as a link to the respective applications.  Nomination Deadline:  June 1st, 2026. Scholar Athlete Award - Recognizes student-athletes who have achieved both academic & athletic success - Student-athletes receive a commemorative Scholar Athlete Certificate. - Three-peat Scholar Athlete recipients also awarded special graduating Scholar Athlete Pin. - Awarded to all eligible student-athletes in grades 10-12 who meet the criteria Nominate: https://ssnl.online/Scholar-Athletes Brother G.I. Moore Student Athlete of the Year Awards - Awarded to one Male and one Female student-athlete for each classification (A/2A/3A/4A) - Recognizes student-athletes who uphold the ideals of sportsmanship and demonstrate well-rounded -athletic proficiency, and excellence in their high school sports career - Recipients each receive $500 Scholarship Nominate: https://ssnl.online/Student-Athlete-of-the-Year  Student Athletic Program Volunteer of the Year - Awarded to one Male and one Female student-volunteer - Recognizes those who have played a vital role in supporting SSNL athletic programs in their school. - Recipients each receive $500 Scholarship Nominate: https://ssnl.online/Student-Volunteer-Award PN Champion Award: - Awarded to one individual in each of the four NL Schools regions and one from the CSFP TNL. - Recognizes those who have played a vital role in growing the PN programs within their school and/or neighbouring schools Nominate: https://ssnl.online/PN-Champion-Award PN Ambassador Award: - Awarded to individuals with long history of involvement in SSNL Participation Nation - Recognizes outstanding achievements by facilitators who have greatly contributed to the development and success of PN within their school and/or neighbouring schools  - Facilitators who have worked within Participation Nation for 10+ years automatically eligible Nominate: https://ssnl.online/PN-Ambassador-Award Varsity Regional Recognition Award: - Awarded to one individual from each of SSNL's 11 Varsity Regions - Recipient has made a significant contribution to SSNL Varsity school sport over 5+ years OR have made a single outstanding contribution. - Recipient could be a coach, convenor, official or administrator  Nominate: https://ssnl.online/Varsity-Regional-Recognition-Award Varsity Coaching Service Award: - Awarded to Coaches with long history of involvement in SSNL Varsity - Recognizes Coaches who have a strong developmental program in their school, and has demonstrated a strong commitment to the total development of the student-athletes in his/her program. - Coaches who have coached SSNL for 25+ years automatically eligible  Nominate: https://ssnl.online/Coaching-Service-Award Unsure if the person you're considering has received the award already, check previous winners here: https://ssnl.online/Past-Annual-Awards-Winners If you have any questions about the nomination process, feel free to reach out to admin@schoolsportsnl.ca

May 4, 2026

Now Accepting Nominations for SSNL Annual Awards

It’s time to recognize the people who make school sports unforgettable — from standout student-athletes and dedicated volunteers to coaches, ADs, and the behind-the-scenes champions who keep it all going.

The JV program represents an important step in the student-athlete pathway, bridging participation and competitive school sport. We’re seeking a visual identity that reflects growth, progression, and emerging competition. Designers and creatives are invited to review the full RFP and submit their proposals. https://ssnl.online/JV-Logo-RFP RFP Submission Deadline: Monday, April 20 at 4:30pm Question Deadline: April 14, 2026

Mar 31, 2026

JV Logo Design RFP Now Open

Designers and creatives are invited to review the full RFP and submit their proposals.

This year's Education week theme is "Learn! Teach! Inspire! / Apprendre! Enseigner! Inspirer!", and what better place to find inspiration and learn than in the great outdoors?! Participation is FREE and easy and encouraged for all grade levels! PLUS there are great prizes to be won, FREE MILK for all students and for the first 150 Member schools to register we're sending out prize packs filled with a branded t-shirt, tuque, buff, sunglasses and notebook!   HOW TO REGISTER:  Register here: https://ssnl.online/DartOutdoorsRegistration Registration deadline: January 30th  HOW TO GET FREE MILK All participating schools receive FREE MILK! Just fill out the following form: https://ssnl.online/DartOutdoorsFREEMilk Milk Application Deadline: January 21st  PLEASE NOTE, this is a hard deadline as it requires many moving parts and communication with suppliers to ensure you receive your milk in time for your event. HOW TO GET SWAG BOX These are available on a first come, first serve basis, and will be distributed automatically to the first 150 Member schools upon registration so please ensure you register early. WHAT ARE THE PRIZES Prize Bundle #1: Pickle Ball Bundle: 2 Nets | 8 Paddles | 12 Balls Prize Bundle #2: $750 credit with Gopher Sports Draw Date: Thursday, February 19th  HOW TO WIN THE PRIZES Share photos/videos of your school participating in Dart Outdoors on Facebook or Instagram during Education week. Tag @SSNLParticipationNation on FB and @schoolsportsnl on Instagram and use #DartOutdoors in your post. Please also ensure to include your school's name so we can credit the correct school. Sample post: Kids at Matthew Elementary enjoying relay races for @schoolsportsnl #DartOutdoors!  If you do not use social, you can email Natelle (ntulk@schoolsportsnl.ca)  NOTE: Every post/email we receive during the week of February 9th-13th earns your school one entry into the prize draw! You can submit up to a max of 10 photos per day for a total maximum of 10 points per day.  KEY DEADLINES Milk Order: Jan 21st Registration: Jan 30th Prize Draw Date: Feb 19th  For more information or if you have any questions, please reach out. 

Jan 8, 2026

Registration NOW OPEN for Dart Outdoors 2026

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