The District of Kitimat and Haisla Nation are excited to be hosting the 19th annual Kitamaat Open Basketball Tournament.

This year’s event runs April 17 to 19, at venues in both District of Kitimat and in Haisla.

First held in 2005, the Kitamaat Open Basketball Tournament grew from an idea championed by Ellis Ross, Keith Nyce, Joe Iannarelli, and several others. They brought together a team of organizers who helped turn this shared vision into reality through a joint effort between the Haisla Nation and the District of Kitimat.

It was a snowy January when the inaugural event was held, to modest success. From those humble beginnings it has grown in stature and is a staple competition for many teams.

The success of the partnership and tournament comes from the philosophy of ‘cultural spirit’ through sport.

You can learn more about the Kitamaat Open on the District of Kitimat website at http://www.kitimat.ca/kitamaatopen.

You can follow details about this event on the event Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/events/748407661633866.

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