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Sport Calgary believes that the existence of a strong sport community contributes to the quality of life in Calgary by:
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Understanding the essence of sport is in the enjoyment of participation.
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Advocating the benefits of the sporting experience and its relationship to active living.
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Facilitating positive impacts on physical and emotional health through sport.
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Affecting participants' growth in their capacity to effectively conduct themselves in challenging circumstances.
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Recognizing that sport is a basic component of the formal physical educational process beginning in youth and continuing as a lifelong pursuit.
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Influencing more community members to participate.
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Creating accessible activities and events.
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Continuously considering the diverse scope of capabilities, interests and dedication present in the community.
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Providing participants with a sense of ownership in their community.
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Forging strong and diverse sets of relationships creating a robust sense of community.
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Acquiring support from and facilitating the training of community sport leaders and volunteers.
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Acquiring support from governments, private sector and community.
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Stimulating economic activity.
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