Recreation Nova Scotia (RNS) is excited to launch the first phase of developing a new Recreation Leadership Training Program, a new initiative designed to strengthen leadership capacity and provide high-quality accessible training tools.
Funded by the Nova Scotia Department of Communities, Culture, Tourism and Heritage (CCTH), this project will develop a modern, inclusive, and accessible training to support recreation leaders at the community level.
Through extensive sector engagement, collaborative design, and a strong focus on equity, diversity, inclusion, accessibility, and belonging, this work will help ensure that recreation professionals have the tools and confidence to support communities through recreation programming across the province.
To guide the project, RNS has engaged J. Griffin Consulting, in partnership with Ready4 Consulting, as the lead consultant team. Led by Jillian Griffin, the team brings over 40 years of combined experience in recreation leadership training, adult education, inclusive program design, and sector engagement across Nova Scotia.
“This project is an important step in supporting the future of recreation leadership training in Nova Scotia,” said Graham Mounsey, Executive Director of Recreation Nova Scotia.
“With the support of CCTH and the expertise of J. Griffin Consulting and Ready4 Consulting, we’re excited for the process underway and the resultant training that meets the demand for the sector in Nova Scotia”
Phase One of the project will include convening a steering committee, an environmental scan, and engagement via focus groups with recreation leaders and other interested groups, including at the RNS Annual Conference. Knowledge and input will be gathered to design a practical, outcome-driven training that meets the needs of recreation professionals across diverse contexts.
The first phase is expected to conclude in early 2026 with implementation planning taking place in Spring 2026 before a launch in May-June 2026.
By investing in leadership development, and with the continued support of the Province of Nova Scotia, RNS aims to ensure the recreation sector continues to grow, adapt, and deliver inclusive, high-quality recreation experiences for all in Nova Scotia.