WORLD LEISURE CENTER OF EXCELLENCE AT VANCOUVER ISLAND UNIVERSITY, CANADA

Abstract

The World Leisure Center of Excellence in Sustainable Leisure Management brings together established and emerging scholars from around the globe to share innovative ideas, engage in dialogue and collaborate in research and teaching (WORLD LEISURE CENTRE OF EXCELLENCE, 2012). Bridging the World Leisure Organization (WORLD LEISURE ORGANIZATION, 2016) and the host campus of Vancouver Island University, the Centre emerges as the leading source for information, research (http://www.viu.ca/slm/WorldLeisureCentreofExcellence.asp) and collaboration surrounding sustainable and innovative leisure best practices. Through shared learning experiences on regional, national, and international levels, the Centre will foster inquiry and distribute knowledge with an established network of community, scholars and professionals. This article will present the path of the Center, as well as background and context to provide a better understanding of the WLCE's objectives and commitments for the future. It also includes examples of the events and activities developed by the Center that show its ongoing effort to continue working in knowledge exchange, fostering sustainable practices within the leisure context and future projects.