Knowledge Nuggets Happy New Year Welcome to 2021! The SIRC team is looking forward to an exciting year of keeping you informed with the latest news, research, and jobs from the sport community across Canada....
Knowledge Nuggets Pandemic contingency plans “Even if the risk is low, even extremely low, event hosts need to take the time to discuss the issue and put a plan in place. Pandemic contingency plans will...
Blog Looking Back – 2020 SIRC Content Highlights December 21, 2020 Although 2020 was a challenging year, it was rich with learnings and silver linings for the Canadian sport and physical activity sector. Featured below are highlights of SIRC’s top content...
Knowledge Nuggets Demonstration effects While many bids for the hosting of major sport events include increased sport participation as an expected outcome, researchers argue there is no reliable evidence for a “demonstration effect” through...
Knowledge Nuggets Increasing physical literacy in youth Physical literacy – the motivation, confidence, competence, and knowledge to be physically active for life – is considered by some to be the essential ingredient to lifelong physical activity. But...
Blog - SIRCuit Pandemic Silver Linings in Canadian Sport December 10, 2020 This article is the second in a special series that explores how Canadian sport leaders are adapting and innovating to safeguard the wellbeing of athletes preparing for the Tokyo Olympic...
Knowledge Nuggets International Anti-Corruption Day The manipulation of sporting competitions by organized syndicates threatens the integrity of sport. With large profits to be made and a limited risk of detection, competition manipulation has become attractive...
Knowledge Nuggets Winter drowning risk Warmer winters contribute to thinner, weaker, and less stable ice. This puts Indigenous communities in northern Canada at increased risk for winter drowning because of their dependence on ice cover...
Knowledge Nuggets Changing attitudes towards people living with a disability Integrated physical activity programs for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities not only offer benefits for participants, they can also influence the attitudes and behaviours of others. Learn how the...
Knowledge Nuggets Remembrance Day 2020 November 11th is Remembrance Day. Today, and every day, we remember Canada’s veterans, and their service and sacrifice for our country. Sport and physical activity programs can have a positive...