Spring SIRCuit 2025
The hidden currents of Canadian sport: A deep dive with SIRC’s new podcast Sport is more than competition – it’s culture, identity, and unseen effort. Sport Intelligence: The Canadian Perspective are 2 distinct podcasts – one in French, another in English – that explore the hidden layers of Canadian sport. With unique stories, research and…
Spring SIRCuit 2025
Climbing without limits: One athlete’s blind pursuit of new heights in adaptive sport Chaz Misuraca leads by example—on and off the climbing wall. As a high-performance blind Para climber, hockey player and advocate, he’s helping redefine inclusion in sport through action, not just words. Read his full story in this SIRCuit article.
Spring SIRCuit 2025
Deaf Sport isn’t just White: Telling a Colourful Story Deaf athletes are showing up to play, but are they truly being seen? This SIRCuit article uncovers the stories of racialized Deaf athletes who are too often left out of the spotlight, and challenges what we think we know about inclusion in sport.
Spring SIRCuit 2025
The unanimous choice: How a 12-year-old girl became captain of a boys’ hockey team At just 12 years old, Laylah Stokes didn’t just make the boys’ hockey team, she was chosen to lead it. Unanimously voted captain by her teammates, her story isn’t just about breaking barriers, it’s about earning respect through relentless work ethic…
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Supporting physical literacy with Play in Peel Physical literacy builds lifelong habits, and the Play in Peel organization empowers kids with the skills and confidence to stay active. By supporting educators, recreation leaders, and parents, they’re shaping a future where every child thrives through play. Learn more today!
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Smart hockey with Parachute Canada Hockey should be fast, fun, and safe. The Parachute Smart Hockey program helps players, coaches, and parents prevent concussions and keep the game safe for everyone. With evidence-based tools and resources, teams can recognize and manage brain injuries, ensuring players stay healthy on the ice. Make concussion education a priority…
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PHE Canada’s 2025-2029 Strategic Plan PHE Canada is shaping the future of physical and health education with its 2025-2029 Strategic Plan, designed to foster equity and well-being in schools across Canada. Built on 4 key intentions, each with 6 broad actions, the plan aims to drive real change creating healthier, more inclusive environments for all.
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The Breaking Barriers in Swimming Program The Breaking Barriers in Swimming Program is diving into action with free swim lessons for BIPOC youth, leadership training, and support for inclusivity. With this 3-part program, the Inclusion in Canadian Sports Network is helping more athletes make waves in the sport.
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Beyond the game: The power of positive psychology in sport What if the key to athletic success isn’t just physical training, but a whole new way of thinking? In this article and new French podcast episode, we explore with Dr. Linda Pagani how positive psychology works in sport, helping athletes shift from pressure to presence,…
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Sport participation across Canada Curious about sport participation in Canada? With 27% of adults participating, 36% of men and 19% of women, there’s plenty of room to grow! Discover the latest insights from the Canadian Fitness and Lifestyle Research Institute today.