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Team Unbreakable: The transformative power of running for youth mental health

Mental health challenges among Canadian youth are a growing concern. It is estimated that up to 20% of children and youth in Canada, which is more than 1.2 million young individuals, are affected by a mental health disorder. Addressing the mental health needs of these children and youth lays a crucial foundation for their lifelong…

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Coaching
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Olympic & Paralympic Games

OLYMPIC MEDAL-WINNING COACH LEADERSHIP
October 28, 2015
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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...
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Knowledge Mobilization
Leadership
Sport Participation

9th Annual Sport Canada Research Initiative (SCRI) Conference – Engaging Sport Leaders, Policy Analysts and Researchers
October 19, 2015
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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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Gender Equity
Leadership

Sport Leadership – Creating Opportunities for Women
August 19, 2015
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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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Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
Gender Equity
Leadership
Sport Participation

Promoting a diverse and inclusive environment for your sport club
July 22, 2015
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Diversity and inclusiveness are important subjects for sport clubs at the moment. Both words refer to the degree to which a sport club adapts itself to welcoming a broad range of backgrounds and interests; these can include cultural, gender-related, age,...
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Children and Youth
Leadership
Sport Participation
Volunteer Management

Getting involved: How do I recruit youth volunteers for my sport program?
April 8, 2015
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According to recent reports, over 40% of young Canadians will volunteer in the culture, sport & recreation sector – this is great news for sport leaders! The majority of young people who volunteer use it as a way to build...
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Leadership

Mentoring a new official
February 5, 2015
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Sports officials assure that competitive events are played by the rules. When these rules are broken, it is up to referees to ensure that the necessary procedures are enforced. This can be a tall order for a new line judge,...
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Leadership

Officiating Styles
October 23, 2014
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Officiating is an integral part of sports whether athletes find themselves at the introductory or professional level. Officials ensure that sporting events are played according to the governing guidelines by overseeing and implementing the necessary ruling when a sport infraction...
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Coaching
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
Leadership

How to build a successful team
September 11, 2014
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Successful teams such as the Carleton University Ravens men’s basketball team, the University of Guelph Gryphons cross country program and John Wooden’s UCLA men’s basketball squad are collegiate teams that most would like to emulate; simply put, winning is part...
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Community Sport
Leadership
Physical Health

National Health and Fitness Day
June 16, 2014
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National Health and Fitness Day (NHFD) takes place on June 7, 2014 and is about involving local governments in increasing the physical activity of their communities in response to declining rates of physical activity and increasing rates of heart disease...
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Leadership
Physical Health
Program Design and Evaluation
Sport Participation
Workplace Wellness

Workplace Health Promotion
October 8, 2013
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Workplaces everywhere are feeling the impact of current health levels of the Canadian workforce with: high stress, poor job satisfaction, growing absenteeism, high turnover, and mistakes caused by physical and mental fatigue.  A healthy workplace creates happier, productive employees, which...
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