Recreational Sport
Community/Club Leagues
School Leagues
YMCA Programs
Intramurals
- Less pressure, focus on fun
- Build social connections
- Montreal local networks
- Continued physical activity
- Inclusive environments
- Skill development for all
- Community resource hub
- Accessible sport path
- Montreal YMCA locations
- Peer connection
- Lifelong health habits
- Campus involvement
Explore Your Sport Pathways
A curated resource hub designed for girls and young women in Montreal to find their next move in sports, whether you want to play, lead, or support.
Coaching Pathways
Youth Pathways
Start your coaching journey early. Montreal offers youth-specific programs to help teens gain leadership experience on the sidelines.
Certifications
Get recognized. Access NCCP information and find local coaching organizations that provide certified training for aspiring female leaders.
Assistant Roles
Gain hands-on experience by applying for assistant coaching opportunities within community and school teams across Montreal.
Officiating
Stay at the heart of the action. Officiating is a powerful way to give back to the game while developing leadership and confidence in the Montreal sport community.
Refereeing, Umpiring & Judging
Whether it's soccer, basketball, or gymnastics, referees, umpires, and judges are the foundation of fair play. Montreal leagues are always looking for new perspectives on the field.
Leadership & Employment
Gain valuable employment experience, build your network, and master quick decision-making. Officiating looks incredible on a resume and keeps you physically active and connected to your favourite sport.
Sport Administration
Event Management & Operations
From Montreal marathons to local youth tournaments, learn how to manage team operations and league administration at the community sport level.
Marketing & Communications
Promote the love of sport through creative marketing strategies, social media management, and community outreach for local Montreal organizations.
Volunteering Opportunities
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Tournament Volunteers
Gain behind-the-scenes experience in event hosting and management at major Montreal sporting tournaments.
Community Events
Connect with the local sporting community by supporting youth clinics and neighborhood sport celebrations.
Team Managers
Develop leadership and organizational skills by managing logistics and communications for local sports teams.
Mentorship
Finding a mentor is a game-changer. Connect with experienced leaders in the Montreal sports scene to navigate your path, develop leadership skills, and stay inspired. Whether you're looking for guidance or ready to share your experience by becoming a mentor, ElevateHER is your hub for growth.
Existing Resources: Play, Lead, Grow
Keep Playing
RSEQ (Réseau du sport étudiant du Québec)
RSEQ serves as the premier gateway for youth to maintain an active lifestyle through regulated school sports and club championships across Quebec.
- School leagues and team sports
- Community program partnerships
- Local sports club engagement
- Provincial championships
YMCA of Québec
A cornerstone of the Montreal sport community, the YMCA provides accessible fitness and health programs for young women of all backgrounds.
- Youth basketball and soccer leagues
- Teen fitness and swimming programs
- Safe community social hubs
- Low-cost skill development clinics
Sport et Loisir de l'île de Montréal
SLIM coordinates regional sport activities and supports local clubs to ensure everyone has a place to play on the island.
- Regional competition coordination
- Club development support
- Community sport grant info
- Sport participant advocacy
Provincial Sport Organizations
Discover the governing bodies for each individual sport in Quebec to find specialized training and elite pathways.
- Sport-specific technical standards
- Competitive athlete development
- Coach and official training
- Provincial rankings and events
Lead
FitSpirit
FitSpirit helps teenage girls stay active through non-competitive physical activity and school-based leadership opportunities.
- School-based activity clubs
- Leadership training workshops
- Wellness resources for girls
- Provincial community events
Égale Action
Quebec-based organization dedicated to promoting fairness and equality for girls and women in sport, by offering training, tools, and personalized support.
- Training & Tools: focus on empowerment, gender diversity, specific needs of girls, resources to improve female participation and leadership
- Target audience: on women in sport (coaches, officials, administrators), sports organization inclusive development, sports professionals & ally training
Find Support
Canadian Tire Jumpstart Charities
Helping youth overcome financial and accessibility barriers to sport by funding registration and equipment.
- Registration fee assistance
- Funding for sports equipment
- Inclusive community programs
- Adaptive sport accessibility support
Sport'Aide
Providing leadership to ensure the healthy development of young people through sport in a safe, abuse-free environment.
- Confidential help line for victims
- Violence prevention workshops
- Educational guides for parents
- Advocacy for healthy sport cultures
🎓 Continue Your Journey
Alliance Sport-Études
Supporting student-athletes as they pursue post-secondary education while continuing to compete in high-level sport.
- Flexible academic learning accommodations
- Dedicated student-athlete advising
- Post-secondary training partnerships
- Elite athletic development support
Girls Action Foundation
A Montreal-based organization empowering young women to lead through social action and community engagement.
- Leadership skills development
- Community action grants
- Mentorship connections
- Gender equity advocacy training
KidSport Québec
Dedicated to ensuring that no child is ever left on the sidelines due to the high cost of registration or equipment.
- Registration grant programs
- High-quality equipment recycling
- Family resource workshops
- Support for ethnic diversity in sport