What SIRC DoesAdvancing Sport and Physical Activity Through Knowledge. |
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As the national organization committed to sharing evidence and thought leadership to inform policy and practice in sport and physical activity in Canada, SIRC wears many hats. Discover what makes SIRC unique:
- Create – How we build knowledge
- Network – Who we reach
- Engage – How we connect communities
- Disseminate – How we get the word out
Learn about SIRC services and key projects through these four pillars, all geared toward our goal of advancing the sport and physical activity sector through knowledge.
Playing devil’s advocate: How to avoid groupthink in sport environments
“This is how we’ve always done it.” You’ve heard that phrase before. Whether you’ve said it or heard it said, it’s clear that groupthink is present in every corner of our society. When we fail to consider fresh perspectives in favour of tradition during decision making, we limit ourselves and our abilities. Take it from Roger Bannister, the first man to run a 4-minute mile. He defied all predictions when he abandoned the conventional training regimens of the time and […]