Blog Coaching – Keeping Sport Fun for All September 9, 2015 We all know how much sport can offer kids; we've got numerous research studies along with our personal experiences to back it up. Research also shows us that most sport participation rates peak at 13 years old and then continuously... Children and Youth Coaching Quality Sport Sport Participation
Blog Sport Leadership - Creating Opportunities for Women August 19, 2015 When female athletes decide to make the transition into leadership positions they bring with them numerous skills that have been developed from participating in sport. Many times these include high standards for success, the ability to overcome obstacles, exceptional discipline,... Gender Equity Leadership and Governance Women and Girls
Blog Kinesiology Taping – Is it worth the hype? August 12, 2015 If you watch sports regularly, you've likely seen the brightly coloured tape that commonly adorns athletic bodies. Of course these colourful patterns aren't just for show, many athletes are using kinesiology tape (KT) primarily to treat and prevent musculoskeletal injuries... Athlete Development Equipment
Blog Coaching Tips - making sport inclusive for all August 5, 2015 For most people, the first youthful experiences within sport have a dramatic effect on the long-term idea of what they are capable of and if positive, can pave the way for future success. Unfortunately it's common for children with disabilities... Coaching Disability Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion
Blog Promoting a diverse and inclusive environment for your sport club July 22, 2015 Diversity and inclusiveness are important subjects for sport clubs at the moment. Both words refer to the degree to which a sport club adapts itself to welcoming a broad range of backgrounds and interests; these can include cultural, gender-related, age,... Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Gender Equity Leadership and Governance Sport Participation
Blog Often overlooked – The psychological impact of an ACL injury July 15, 2015 An anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injury is one of the most common and yet one of the most devastating injuries an athlete can sustain. There is plenty of research on ACL injuries and the methods for treatment are well documented;... Athlete Development Coaching Mental Health
Blog Celebrating the Year of Sport with the Pan Am and Parapan Am Games! July 8, 2015 Starting July 10-26 through to August 7-15, Toronto and its surrounding communities will be the proud hosts of the 2015 Pan Am and Parapan Am Games. It's the world’s 3rd largest international multi-sport Games with over 10,000 athletes, 20,000 volunteers... Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Major Games
Blog Feeling the heat? Stay safe this summer with these cool tips! June 24, 2015 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... Nutrition and Hydration Sport Participation Weather
Blog Celebrating Aboriginal Sport in Canada June 17, 2015 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... Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Indigenous Major Games
Blog Why do girls need athletic role models? June 10, 2015 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... Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Sport Participation Women and Girls
