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Unsung and Under Pressure: Why Sport Needs Its Officials Now More Than Ever  

The moment the final whistle blows, most eyes are on the players. But behind every fair call and safe play stands someone often overlooked: the official.  On April 17, 2025, National Officials Day offered an important opportunity to recognize the dedication and passion of officials, referees, and judges who play a pivotal role in the…

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Sport Participation
Training Factors

Cycling basics for rookies
June 30, 2015
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With the Tour de France starting up this weekend, many fans will be tuning in to watch these high performance athletes fight their way to the finish line in this notoriously grueling event. Over the coming month you will be...
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Nutrition and Hydration
Sport Participation
Weather

Feeling the heat? Stay safe this summer with these cool tips!
June 24, 2015
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The hot summer weather is finally settling in and people are heading outdoors for their workouts and enjoying recreational activities with their families. Everyone loves this time of year; there are so many opportunities for physical activity whether it’s a...
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Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
Indigenous

Celebrating Aboriginal Sport in Canada
June 17, 2015
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Sunday, June 21, 2015 is National Aboriginal Day in Canada where people come together to celebrate the successes, contributions and cultural heritage of the of First Nations, Inuit and Métis people. Traditionally Aboriginal games were used to teach specific survival...
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Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
Girls and Women
Sport Participation

Why do girls need athletic role models?
June 10, 2015
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When role models are mentioned in sport, the first thing that comes to mind are high profile celebrities. While positive role models can be found in amateur and professional sports, it’s the people they see every day that make the...
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Coaching
Training Factors

Strength Training Recommendations for Soccer Players
June 3, 2015
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The kickoff for soccer’s FIFA Women’s World Cup starts this week with Canada as a proud host. Six cities will be involved in the tournament: Moncton, Montreal, Ottawa, Edmonton, Vancouver and Winnipeg. Soccer is a high intensity game and the...
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Athlete Development
Coaching
Mental Health
Sleep and Recovery
Training Factors

How do you get out of a Performance Slump?
May 27, 2015
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Unexplained performance slumps can be extremely frustrating for athletes and can be caused by any number of reasons, physical or mental.  Sport psychologists agree that these declines are just par for the course in competitive sport but that doesn’t make...
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Children and Youth
Physical Health
Sport Participation

Running with the kids – a new trend for families
May 20, 2015
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Ottawa Race Weekend is now in sight and is the biggest multi-distance race event in Canada. Whether you walk, jog, or run, it’s becoming increasingly common to have kids, parents, and grandparents all signing up for different races and cheering...
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Athlete Development
Nutrition and Hydration

Should Athletes try the Paleo Diet?
May 13, 2015
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The Paleolithic Diet is hugely popular right now with its proponents touting its benefits through books, websites, personal blogs and health and fitness magazines. Athletes are always striving to gain an edge so it’s not surprising that many are turning...
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Physical Health
Sport Participation

Recruit a friend! The benefits of a workout buddy
May 6, 2015
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Sometimes motivating yourself to workout can be tough and even the most dedicated person has days where they would rather sit on the couch and watch a movie. That’s why recruiting a workout buddy to join you in your chosen...
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Athlete Development
Equipment
Sleep and Recovery
Sport Participation

Are compression garments effective for exercise recovery?
April 29, 2015
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The use of compression garments has become increasingly popular in recent years, mostly in a post-exercise role where compression tights, arm sleeves, socks and boots are used as a means to speed up recovery.  Types of compression garments vary where...
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