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The lasting social impact of mega sporting events: Creating accessible, inclusive legacies

Mega sporting events, such as the Olympic and Paralympic Games, and FIFA World Cup, have long been seen as catalysts for national pride, global recognition, and economic growth. While these events bring undeniable excitement and spectacle, their long-term impact on host communities is often a matter of ongoing debate. In particular, the question of how…

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Communications
Knowledge Mobilization
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Sport Participation

From Insight to Impact
December 12, 2016
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Lisa O’Keefe, Director of Insight, Sport England
A presentation about how Sport England uses research and insight to drive strategy development and delivery through the example of the ground breaking campaign This Girl Can. Sport England’s This Girl Can campaign successfully balanced rigorous research and bold creative...
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Physical Health
Sport Participation
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Why not FALL for a new fitness routine!!
November 9, 2016
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Looking to start a new fitness program? Why wait until the new year? Fall is a great time to either start a new fitness routine or shake up your current routine in preparation for the festive times in the coming...
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Knowledge Mobilization
SCRI Conference
Sport Participation

Interested in sport participation research? Join us at SCRI 2016
October 19, 2016
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Conference Background In 2005, as part of the Sport Canada Research Initiative (SCRI), Sport Canada launched a joint initiative with the Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council of Canada (SSHRC) called the Sport Participation Research Initiative (SPRI). Sport Canada funds...
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Community Sport
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
Indigenous
Knowledge Mobilization
Sport Participation

USE OF COMMUNITY-BASED PARTICIPATORY RESEARCH TO ENGAGE INDIGENOUS YOUTH IN SPORT RESEARCH
October 5, 2016
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SIRC is pleased to be working together with Sport Canada to share current research on topics informing policy and promoting quality sport programming. This week we are sharing highlights of a recent article reviewing a research study examining the USE...
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Children and Youth
Nutrition and Hydration
Physical Health
School Sport
Sleep and Recovery
Sport Participation

Tips for Back to School Nutrition and Physical Activity
September 7, 2016
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While this has been an exciting summer in sport, September brings us back to the classroom. This time of year reminds us that it is time to return to learning and it’s time to consider the best way to fuel...
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Children and Youth
Physical Health
Sport Participation
Weather

Keeping the Family Active during the Summer Break
July 20, 2016
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Michelle Caron
School is out which usually means late nights and lazy mornings. While the summer means more time for relaxation and time spent with family, it’s also important to sneak in some fitness too. It’s the perfect opportunity to plan activities...
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Physical Health
Sport Participation
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Beach Running – Your Summer or Vacation Workout
July 6, 2016
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Michelle Caron
Now that summer is officially here, our thoughts are with sunshine, barbeques, and days spent on the beach. Beach running offers many benefits to a runner that wants to up the challenge a bit. Breathing the air, taking in the...
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Athlete Development
Sport Participation
Training Factors
Weather

Escaping the In-Between: A Rationale for Training Away from Home
June 29, 2016
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Jason Dunkerley
Many Canadian athletes take advantage of travel to other regions and countries to experience training in different climates and/or different physical environments. For many it is an opportunity to train at different conditions and for some to escape the cold,...
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Athlete Development
Knowledge Mobilization
Sport Participation

RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN AMATEUR ATHLETES’ LEISURE LIFESTYLE AND SPORT DROPOUT
May 18, 2016
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SIRC is pleased to be working together with Sport Canada to share current research on topics informing policy and promoting quality sport programming. This week we are sharing highlights of a recent article explores the RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN AMATEUR ATHLETES’ LEISURE...
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Nutrition and Hydration
Sleep and Recovery
Sport Participation
Training Factors

Problem-solving Past a Tough Run
May 11, 2016
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Michelle Caron
Spring has finally arrived and avid runners are signing up for races, lacing up their shoes, hitting the great outdoors and setting their goals. With the eagerness that comes with sunshine and warmer temperatures, having a workout where nothing seems...
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