Knowledge Nuggets

Meeting the recommended movement guidelines can contribute to the health and wellbeing of you and your family. In this ParticipACTION blog, 15 ways for you & your family to stay active at home, discover activities that you can do in your living room, on the balcony or in the backyard.

The way that adolescent athletes deal with teammates’ emotions impacts their own enjoyment and commitment in sport. While competition and comparison among teammates can fuel negative emotions, athletes who compliment and support their teammates can lighten the mood. Learn more in this infographic.

In the latest SIRCTalks episode, University of Alberta professor Dr. Nick Holt talks about his research on parenting in youth sport. He says, “What I hope through our research is that children…and parents have better experiences in sport, and more people are involved in sport for longer.”

New research with youth soccer players found trying your best and working hard were viewed as the most important factors to having fun in sport. Winning was ranked 40th in importance.

Data collected from 77 million bike share trips revealed that women are less likely to use bike-sharing programs for active transportation if the stations are located in busy city centers instead of quieter, residential neighbourhoods.

New findings from the University of Alberta found that ethnic-minority students felt disrespected when people mispronounced their last names, but appreciated it when people made an effort to get it right. With many organizations committed to making sport environments welcoming and inclusive, asking for correct pronunciation is a best practice to demonstrate respect and educate...

Creating a positive social environment that intentionally fosters a sense of belonging is integral to the retention of girls in sport and physical activity. Canadian Women & Sport’s new She Belongs resource offers practical recommendations for coaches and program leaders focused on building a positive culture, creating an inclusive and safe environment, connecting girls with...

March 8th is International Women’s Day. This year’s theme, #EachforEqual, highlights the importance of individual action to influence broader social change. The Government of Canada set a target to achieve gender parity in sport at every level by 2035. Consider how you can challenge stereotypes, fight bias, and improve opportunities for girls and women, as participants...

Fewer than 1 in 5 Canadians meet Canada’s physical activity guidelines, and low-income Canadians are 33% less likely to be active than higher earners. For low-income families, it’s about more than just cost – safety concerns and lack of time also limit physical activity. Are context-specific guidelines the answer?

In the SIRC blog, researchers discuss how older male adults desired to engage in sport and physical activity with peers, and be supervised by a knowledgeable instructor or coach. This finding is important considering social norms that expect men to be independent and self-reliant.