Sports & Arts Program
The Sports & Arts (S&A) Program at the Canadian Sport Centre Manitoba was created in 2001 in partnership with the Pembina Trails School Division to provide flexibility and support for high performance athletes and artists who wish to pursue their sport and art goals, as well as maintain a high standard in their academics.
Offered through Vincent Massey Collegiate, the Sports & Arts Program provides flexible timetables, individualized programs, performance contracts, teacher advisor programs, French immersion, an advanced placement program and honours courses.
2025/26 Application Information
Please review the important dates listed below to ensure your application is received on time.
The following are required for an application to be considered complete:
- Online Application Form completed by applicant
- Official Transcript (upload to Application Form)
- Online Athlete Assessment completed by Coach
- Letter of Support from Coach (email to doreen@cscm.ca)
- Letter of Support from Provincial Sport Organization, preferably on letterhead (email to doreen@cscm.ca)
- School of Choice form submitted to Vincent Massey (only required if student lives outside of Vincent Massey catchment or school division)
Ready to apply?
Application form, to be filled out by applicant: Click here
Athlete assessment, to be filled out by coach: Click here
Please note: The student will also need to register with Vincent Massey. If you live outside of the Vincent Massey catchment, you will need to complete a “School-of-Choice” Form. Please click here for more details and all forms necessary.
Who can apply?
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- An individual sport athlete entering into grade 9, 10, 11 or 12
- Athletes of team sports (Basketball, Volleyball, Hockey) are not eligible
- OR an artist entering into grade 9, 10, 11 or 12
- for example a dancer or actor
- An individual sport athlete entering into grade 9, 10, 11 or 12
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Eligible Applicants are:
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- Those who have maintained an average grade of over 75% in the 2023/24 academic year and the 2024/25 year to date
- Preference will be given to those who:
- train 20 or more hours per week
- train during school hours
- anticipate missing over 10 school days due to competition/performance
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Dates of Note for 2025
Application Opening | Second week of January 2025
Information session | February 12, 2025 @ 6:30pm at Vincent Massey
Application deadline | March 7, 2025 @ 11:59pm
Information Sheet for 2025/26
What does the program offer?
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- Teachers. The Sports & Arts Program is privileged to offer top rated teachers. These knowledgeable and experienced professionals share a passion for the program and are dedicated to supporting you in your sport and academic goals.
- Teacher Advisor. Essential to the Sport & Arts Program is the teacher advisor. The teacher advisor acts as the student’s advocate, makes necessary arrangements regarding homework and assignments when travelling, and acts as the liaison between teachers and the parents and student.
- Academic Support. Maintaining your studies while away training or competing is essential. Vincent Massey Collegiate is equipped with an inventory of laptop computers so that academic support will always be available to you. If necessary, you can also use our Tutorial Support Program.
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Additional Benefits
Once accepted into the Sports & Arts Program, you will have an individually constructed timetable that keeps your training schedule in mind. Most student-athletes attend classes either in the morning or afternoon. Negotiate with your coach, teacher advisor and parents to plan the best schedule for you. If you maintain a good standing in your courses and within your sport, you will enjoy the many benefits of the program during your time at Vincent Massey Collegiate.
Some of the benefits include:
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- A fitness and weight room facility available within the school.
- A credit course “Advanced Sport: Principles and Applications” offered specifically to elite athletes.
- An annual parent workshop to provide information on various topics with guest speakers who are experts in their fields.
- Informal gatherings in order for students to socialize and support each other.
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Notable Sports & Arts Program graduates include:
Tyler Mislawchuk – Rio 2016, Tokyo 2020, Paris 2024 Olympic Games (Triathlon)
Kelsey Wog – Tokyo 2020, Paris 2024 Olympic Games (Swimming)
Heather McLean – PyeongChang 2018, Beijing 2022 Olympic Games (Speed Skating)
Leah Kirchmann – Rio 2016, Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games (Cycling)
Ethan McClymont – Buenos Aires 2018 Youth Olympic Games (Taekwondo)
Chantal Van Landeghem – Rio 2016 Olympic Games medallist (Swimming)
Nicole Sifuentes – London 2012, Rio 2016 Olympic Games (Athletics)
Read their testimonials & those of other alumni
For more information, please contact:
Doreen Bechtle | Services & Programs Manager