Knowledge Nuggets

Hockey often dominates Canadian sport conversation, but Canadian football is deeply rooted in our history. In this podcast, Damon Allen, one of the CFL’s most decorated and longest-standing players, talks about the future of the CFL and how if you want to be a great player in the league, “you’re going to have to be...

Despite increased awareness about concussion management, the role of nutrition is often overlooked as support for recovery. Learn about the importance of hydration, omega 3 fatty acids, creatine, polyphenols and vitamins to concussion recovery in the SIRCuit.

The 2020 Arctic Winter Games Host Society will rely on 1,800 volunteers for the successful delivery of the Games in Whitehorse. Learn about the importance of employer leave policies, community presentations and volunteer fairs as recruitment strategies in the SIRC blog.

SIRC is connecting researchers and national sport organizations through a new grant program supporting collaborative research projects. With funding from Sport Canada, ten grants of $2,500 are available. For details on funding, expectations of applicants, evaluation criteria and more, visit SIRC’s website. The deadline for submissions is November 29, 2019. Contact SIRC for assistance making...

Research shows girls’ participation in school-based intramural programs is low. PHE Canada’s ReBoot Intramurals initiative is designed to boost the quality of programming to ensure girls have positive experiences that will shape their physical activity attitudes and behaviours for life. Watch the video to learn more, and download the practical toolkit.

The Canadian Collegiate Athletic Association’s (CCAA) Female Apprentice Coach Program (FACP) is designed to facilitate the transition of student-athletes into coaching roles. Now in its 15th year, the program builds the coaching skills and confidence of student-athletes, and enhances the leadership skills of mentor coaches. Learn about the 2019-20 season apprentice/mentor duos, and access the...

The five disciplines of Freestyle Skiing – Aerials, Moguls, Halfpipe, Slopestyle and Big Air – excite spectators with their gravity-defying skills, but put athletes in situations with high-risk for concussion. In this environment, education and awareness around concussion prevention and management is critical. Learn more about how Freestyle Skiing Canada empowered their athletes through “a...

Alignment among grassroots clubs across Canada can be challenging. Canoe Kayak Canada, with the help of SIRC’s harmonized #HeadstrongCanada concussion resources and templates, is aligning to protect their athletes from concussions. Having access to consistent policies is helping to protect athletes at the club, provincial and national level. Learn about policy alignment around concussion risks...

From a hosting perspective, a single organizing committee for major international Games, such as the Olympics and Paralympics, offers a number of organizational and functional efficiencies. However, it also presents some challenges in maintaining the “distinction” of para sport. Consider the implications for scheduling, facilities, communications and legacies in the SIRCuit.

Is weight training appropriate for children and youth, or does it risk damaging growth plates and stunting growth? A review of the literature in the SIRCuit provides parents, coaches and athletes with the facts.