7CChampions Program

Support Tsuut'ina Nation's Athlete Development Pathway

 

Become a member of the 7CChampions team as a financial supporter and CHEER as we unleash the potential of the Tsuut’ina Youth through sport!

Why now?  It’s an exceptional opportunity to join 7CChampions as the 2027 North American Indigenous Games (NAIG) are coming to the Tsuut’ina Nation and Calgary.  Over 5,000 Indigenous youth from across North America will be competing in over 15 different sports.  Our Nation’s youth need your financial support to get them ready for this International competition that will build their confidence and celebrate their athleticism.  You can be a critical supporter of the new Athlete Development Pathway, cheering our Nation’s young athletes on every step of the way.

Tsuut’ina Youth Ages 9 – 21. Join the New Athlete Development Pathway Program NOW at the 7 Chiefs Sportsplex and Chief Jim Starlight Centre

Enhance your athletic abilities, set your goal on the North American Indigenous Games in 2027 or other competitive opportunities, get access to sport science, build your strength and conditioning, be immersed in Tsuut’ina culture, and meet new friends.  This weekly organized program is FREE.  Pre Registration is required – please email 7cchampions@tsuutina.com for more information.  More details are available here.

How Sponsors Benefit Our Tsuut’ina Youth

  • Participate in Truth & Reconciliation calls to action by supporting their healing & potential
  • Provide formal training, mentoring, sports equipment, and apparel that gives youth a place to gather, train, meet others, and feel a part of something very special
  • Along with physical training, youth will participate in, and learn more about the proud Tsuut’ina history and culture

Benefits For Our Sponsors

  • Know you are contributing to the positive physical and mental well-being of our youth as they march not only to the NAIG 2027 games, but keep the confidence they have built for the rest of their lives
  • Enjoy a front row seat as a 7CChampion and watch our youth unleash their potential at NAIG 2027
  • Your company’s brand will be promoted as a partner with the 7CChampions program which includes physical assets at the 7 Chiefs Sportsplex & Chief Jim Starlight Centre (ie: website, indoor/outdoor venue signage, marketing collateral, social media, newsletters, etc)
  • Your company’s brand on apparel (limited space)
  • Naming rights for various sports, programs, and training camps

Sponsorship Opportunities

There are many ways to support the 7CChampions program either through selecting a specific category or by providing an annual financial contribution that can be tailor-made to suit your budget.  While categories below are suggested, if you are interested in supporting our youth in any way, let’s have a conversation.  A sample of Sponsor Commitment and Benefits can be found here.

7CChampions Sponsorship Category Examples

  • Naming Rights to the program: “YOUR NAME” Tsuut’ina Athlete Development Pathway
  • Apparel: shirts, shorts, sweat suits, shell jackets, socks, shoes
  • Transportation: Facilitate ability for athletes to get to/from competitions & regular programming off the Nation
  • Quarterly Athlete Training Camps: naming rights for one or more quarterly camps.  Each camp includes keynote Indigenous speakers, nutrition sessions, mental health/ performance training, fitness testing, physical literacy, sport exposure & skill development
  • Coach Development: workshops, training, and mentoring sessions for Tsuut’ina coaches in their key role as front line supporters to our athletes.  Includes training sessions and conversation with mainstream sport organizations to assist with inclusion
  • Athlete Development:  support our relationship with the Canadian Sport Institute Alberta for inclusion of sport science to offer our athletes the best methods and support
  • Nutrition: provide healthy snacks and meals during training at the 7 Chiefs Sportsplex and at quarterly athlete training camps
  • Language & Culture: A key goal of 7CChampions is for our youth to proudly compete as Indigenous athletes. This includes Tsuut’ina language & cultural components. Elders will be key figures in supporting our athletes with workshops and materials
  • Sport Venue: each sport at NAIG 2027 is available for sponsorship at the 7 Chiefs Sportsplex & Chief Jim Starlight Centre
  • Sport Club Memberships: encourage our athletes to expand their skills and grow their confidence by joining elite clubs where programs are not available on the Nation
  • Adopt an Athlete – Support a young athlete in his or her overall growth and health. Cheer them on as they progress through the program.

Become a Sponsor

There are many ways to support the 7CChampions program either by selecting a specific category or by providing an annual financial contribution that can be tailor-made to your budget.  If you are interested in supporting our youth in any way, with a financial contribution or product(s) or service(s) in-kind, let’s have a conversation.  Please email corinne.wilkinson@tsuutina.com

Download the sponsorship summary here .