NCR Blackjacks Basketball Skills & Drills - 2026 - Ottawa, ON

The application period for Soldier On members wishing to participate in the NCR Ottawa BlackJacks Basketball Skills & Drill on 4 JUNE 2026 is now open. The application deadline is 12 MAY 2026.

AIM AND SCOPE OF EVENT:
Soldier On is proud to partner with the Ottawa BlackJacks to host our inaugural VIP experience with the team! Participants will spend an exclusive afternoon immersed in Canada’s professional basketball scene, beginning with a welcome and arrival at the BlackJacks’ training facilities. The day tips off with an interactive on-court basketball clinic and meet‑and‑greet with a BlackJacks player, followed by a behind‑the‑scenes locker room tour for an insider look at game‑day preparation. Attendees will then train like the pros during a GoodLife Fitness workout led by Ottawa BlackJacks trainers, designed to challenge strength, mobility, and conditioning. After time to refresh, the group will enjoy a group dinner nearby (within walking distance) before heading to the arena to take in the full game‑day atmosphere—capped off by premium seating and cheering on the Ottawa BlackJacks live in action. An unforgettable experience celebrating sport, community, and performance! No prior experience with basketball is required —just a willingness to try something new and connect with others! Participants are responsible for their own travel to and from event locations, as well as any on-site parking fees.

The number of Soldier On participants is limited to 20.

ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA: 
Any serving member or veteran of the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) from the NCR region as well as the Quebec and E/ON regions within a 2 hour drive from the event who acquired a permanent physical or mental health illness or injury while enrolled as a member of the CAF; whether attributable or not to service.

Selected Serving members will require the approval of their Chain of Command to participate. 

Language of Instruction: English

Details:

• 📍 Location: Ottawa, ON - TD Place
• 📅 Dates: 4 June 2026
• 🍽️ Dinner and ticket to evening game during the event included
• 🚗 Participants are responsible for their own travel to and from event locations, as well as parking fees.

• No prior experience with basketball is required —just a willingness to try something new and connect with others! 

DRAFT SCHEDULE OF EVENTS: *subject to change

• • • 1:45-2:00: Arrival
    • 2:00-3:00: BlackJacks Clinic + Meet the Player
    • 3:00-3:30: Locker room tour
    • 3:30-4:30: GoodLife workout with OBK Trainers
    • 4:30-5:00: Showers
    • 5:00-7:00: Dinner
    • 7:00-7:30: Arrival at the game
    • 7:30: Cheer on the BlackJacks!

TRANSPORTATION & MEALS:
Participants are advised that transportation will not be provided by Soldier On for this event. Participants will be required to arrange their own travel to and from the event locations as well as cover their own parking fees.
The following meals will be provided during the event: Dinner on the 4 June 2026.

Mental and Physical Limitations:

• • • Due to the busy activity schedule, applicants must have a limited requirement for rest throughout the day.
    • Participants will be joined with other ill/injured members and civilians and therefore should be able to function in a social environment. 
    • Participants should be prepared to be in close quarters with others and in a noisy environment for the duration of the Ottawa Black Jacks game in the evening.  
    • Participants must be able to tolerate 3 hours of light and medium paced activities.
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    ALL MEMBERS
    Deadline for Nomination Forms
    Must be received by Soldier On NLT 12 May 2026
    Click on the Application Form link to express your interest.
    
    SERVING MEMBERS ONLY
    In order to be considered for selection, all serving members must also complete and submit a chain of command authorization form by the application deadline.
    Authorization Form