Fantastic! We are thrilled you’re interested in joining our roster. Before you complete this application, please review what it means to be a Pilot Local Canadian Government Jays Care partner.

Pilot Local Canadian Government Jays Care partner

  • What it is: A short introduction to baseball or softball that gives kids the chance to try the game in a safe environment.
  • What programs are offered: Local Governments can select either Challenger Baseball or Girls at Bat.
  • Who is it ideal for: Local Governments that are running already program such as after school programs, Winter or March break camps that can easily integrate baseball/softball as one of the rotational activities.
  • Number of hours required per kid: 5 hours minimum.
  • Administrative requirements: Sign a partnership agreement (with two signing authorities) and submit an end-point evaluation with Canadian Parks and Recreation Association (CPRA).
  • Benefits: Receive a Welcome kit, an equipment kit, small financial grant for staff training hours.
  • When: Programs can run between December 2023 to the end of March 2024.

Challenger Baseball: Challenger Baseball is an adaptive baseball or softball program designed to empower individuals living with physical and/or cognitive disabilities. This adaptive program is ideal for organizations that are motivated to create introductory sport programs specifically tailored to the needs, strengths and hopes of individuals with disabilities. In this program, baseball or softball is used as the vehicle to enhance four main program objectives: connection, courage, independence and love of physical activity.

Girls At Bat: Girls At Bat is an introductory baseball or softball program designed and delivered to create spaces that empower and centre the leadership and voices of girls while making it easy to build belonging. This program is ideal for community-based organizations that are motivated to offer programming for anyone identifying as a girl facing barriers to sport participation. In this program, baseball/softball is used as the vehicle to enhance four main program objectives: connection, courage, leadership and love of sport.

Ready to apply?

Complete this short 2023-2024 application form. Deadline to apply: Friday October 20, 2023.