Learnings from the COVID-19 Lockdown – Stories from Event Cancellations
For many Canadian sport administrators, a global pandemic seemed the stuff of history books or science fiction movies. However, in March 2020, with COVID-19 sweeping the globe, a number of major sport events were cancelled in Canada. This article shares the experiences and lessons learned from the 2020 Arctic Winter Games Host Society, Skate Canada…
Now Available: Summer 2020 SIRCuit
The 2020 Summer SIRCuit in now available! Browse our newest collection of articles, offering timely and relevant research and insights relating to leadership, athlete development, and high performance sport.
Virtual Volunteering in Community Sport
As community sport clubs begin their return to play phases, the short and long-term impacts of COVID-19 – on the field and in the office – are unmistakable. Physical distancing measures and stay-at-home protocols have illuminated how technology can keep people connected and involved in their local communities. These new ways of working provide an…
Rugby is coming back in BC, safely & slowly
Return to Rugby Plan Launched On Tuesday, BC Rugby launched the Return to Rugby in BC plan and has invited Member Clubs and Associations to apply for sanctioning under these new terms of delivery. This newsletter will provide you an overview of what steps Clubs are taking to return safely, and how to prepare to…
2020 National Rowing Championships and Canada Cup Cancelled
Due to the ongoing coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, Rowing Canada Aviron (RCA) and the City of Welland have jointly decided to cancel the 2020 National Rowing Championships and Canada Cup, which was scheduled to take place September 17 to 20, 2020, in Welland, Ontario. “While we know this news will not come as a surprise to…
Member Update Return to Rowing
Under the guidance of Chief Medical Officer Dr. Mike Wilkinson, RCA is proceeding with a phased approach to lifting restrictions on sanctioned activity. We are lifting restrictions in line with provincial and regional regulations with our interpretation of how they apply to our sport. Provincial, regional and local public health restrictions still vary across the country. All clubs and individuals must ensure that all…
Sail Canada Updates
COVID-19 Sail Canada continues to monitor the evolving COVID-19 health pandemic and will provide the sailing community with regular updates through our website, social media, and weekly newsletters. The health and safety of our members continues to be the main priority. We are here to help you during this time! Contact the Sail Canada staff…
The Psychological Implications of Returning to Sport Post-Isolation
As public health restrictions begin to lift across the country, the return to some form of sport participation will require adjustment and adaptation. As athletes return to sport, the virus is still present, and so is the uncertainty. The cancellation of sport events and the imposition of stay-at-home and physical distancing protocols over the last…
BC Rugby Announces Return to Rugby Policy with Sanctioning Process for Clubs
Plan will allow for gradual return to rugby while remaining safe July 7, 2020 – Vancouver, BC: BC Rugby is pleased to announce the release of their ‘Return to Rugby’ Plan that will enable the gradual return to play. The plan was developed in accordance with viaSport’s Return to Sport Guidelines and Rugby Canada’s Return to Play document that was approved by the Rugby…
Nationwide Survey Indicates Local Sports Organizations Desperately Need Support to Recover from Impacts Of COVID-19
Victoria, B.C. – Sport for Life recently conducted a national survey, based on Sport Calgary’s municipal work, to measure the operational and financial impacts of COVID-19 on local (community) sports organizations including clubs. Data was collected from 1,300 respondents representing nearly four million members and more than 56 sports. The national survey results articulate significant…