News Butterfly Canada Cup Finals in Drummondville, Québec January 7, 2016 Table Tennis Canada - Canadian Players are getting ready to compete at the Canada Cup Finals which will serve as the a qualification competition for the upcoming 2016 Olympic Summer Games in Rio de Janeiro. The Top Canadian Players will...
Blog Happy New Year from SIRC! January 6, 2016 2015 has been an exciting “Year of Sport”! We’ve been fortunate to see Canada and Canadian athletes excel on the sporting stage both at home and internationally. From hosting hugely successful international events like the FIFA Women’s World Cup to...
Blog CANADIAN PARALYMPIC COACH PERCEPTION OF TEAM COHESION December 9, 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 CANADIAN PARALYMPIC COACH PERCEPTION OF TEAM...
Blog The Diabetic Athlete December 2, 2015 More than 382 million people worldwide, and 10 million Canadians, are living with Diabetes Mellitus, more commonly known as diabetes. There are three different types of the chronic disease, but most athletes seem to have either Type 1 or Type...
Blog You Are What You Eat- The Importance of Post-Training Nutrition November 25, 2015 Many athletes focus on the technical and conditioning aspects of their sporting experience, yet nutrition is an equally important part of athletic success. Post-training nutrition is especially critical, as it helps the body recover and recharge. Timing is also important;...
Blog Getting Physical! Engaging Seniors in Sports November 18, 2015 Whether you are young or old, sports are an incredible way to strengthen friendships, meet new people, and to stay healthy. There are many physical and mental health benefits of active aging and lifelong sport participation. Statistics Canada shows that...
Videos A Strategic Approach to Sponsorship November 17, 2015 This webinar is designed especially for sports organizations that want to take a professional approach towards sponsorship revenue generation. It examines the latest trends and best practices in sponsorships and shows what you must do to effectively recruit and retain...
Blog 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...
Videos 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...
Blog OLYMPIC MEDAL-WINNING COACH LEADERSHIP October 28, 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 OLYMPIC MEDAL-WINNING COACH LEADERSHIP. Olympic Medal-Winning...
