Go Girl Chestermere 2023

The March 17, 2023, the Chestermere Regional Community Association (CRCA) hosted the Chestermere Go Girl event. This successful event was attended by 140 girls aged 9-14 years who participated in the all-day activities. This community event had many partners including the InMotion Network, the event organizing committee, Macaroni Kid, Synergy, Camp Chestermere, Chestermere Primary Care Network, Stepping Stones to Mental Health, volunteers, and the Chestermere Recreation Centre. Without the support of these local partnerships, this event would not have been possible. The girls had the opportunity to participate in rugby, boxing, gym ringette, curling, self-defense, dance, mental health workshops, and "craving change" nutrition sessions.

“The committee wanted to provide a day where young females can come and try recreation activities in the hope of them finding something they enjoy and want to pursue in the future,” CRCA manager Jody Nouwen said. “We also wanted them to make new friends, and most importantly have fun.” "A highlight from the day for Nouwen was when two volunteer youth leaders told her they met at a Go Girl event years ago as participants and became close friends, and this year, came back as leaders to help the other girls enjoy their day." Link to article in the Chestermere Anchor