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The Paradox of Integration: Building a Panacea or Exacerbating a Partition?

February 10, 2016

Canada prides itself for celebrating difference. In recent years, NSO’s too have embraced diversity by welcoming athletes with disabilities through a policy of integration intended to level the playing field and elicit podium success. Although this progressive approach aims to...

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Management of Diversity and Cultural Safety Training for Instructors in Sport Programming

February 3, 2016

SIRC is pleased to be working together with Sport Canada to share current research on topics informing policy and promoting quality sport programming. This week we are sharing highlights of a recent article examining MANAGEMENT OF DIVERSITY AND CULTURAL SAFETY...

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DETERMINANTS OF SPORT AND PHYSICAL ACTIVITY DECISIONS IN CANADA

January 13, 2016

SIRC is pleased to be working together with Sport Canada to share current research on topics informing policy and promoting quality sport programming. This week we are sharing highlights of a recent article examining DETERMINANTS OF SPORT AND PHYSICAL ACTIVITY...

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COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT IN DEVELOPING ATHLETES

November 11, 2015

SIRC is pleased to be working together with Sport Canada to share current research on topics informing policy and promoting quality sport programming. This week we are sharing highlights of a recent article examining COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT IN DEVELOPING ATHLETES. The...

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Good Governance - What It Is and How To Do It

November 3, 2015

Join us for a discussion on governance topics in the not for profit world. This webinar will cover such areas as good governance practices, various models of Board structure, the role & responsibilities of Directors, policies and their purpose. In...

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Hot Legal Topics in Sport Management

October 20, 2015

Steven Indig will focus on hot legal topics including the new Canadian Anti-Spam Legislation, privacy legislation and how to manage complaints; all of which have an impact on sport organizations, big and small. Prior planning and preparation can help an...

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9th Annual Sport Canada Research Initiative (SCRI) Conference – Engaging Sport Leaders, Policy Analysts and Researchers

October 19, 2015

Conference Background In 2005, as part of the Sport Canada Research Initiative (SCRI), Sport Canada launched a joint initiative with the Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council of Canada (SSHRC) called the Sport Participation Research Initiative (SPRI). Sport Canada funds...

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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,...

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Leading Change in Your Organization

April 29, 2015

In a world of fast paced and complex changes, leaders want to explore better ways to take on the challenges and opportunities of change. This webinar will provide an overview of four important dimensions of change to guide your strategy,...

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Bidding & Hosting Sport Events 101

March 11, 2015

Are you considering hosting the next big event in your sport town or city? Hosted by Jason Robinson from the Sport Law & Strategy Group, this presentation will tackle the challenges that local clubs and organizations face when considering an...

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