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PrimeTime Sports Management ConferenceTorontoNovember 17-19, 2019 Red Bull AdrenaLANTorontoDecember 7-8, 2019 Coaching Association of Canada2019 Petro-Canada Sport Leadership sportif ConferenceRichmond, B.C.November 7-9, 2019 Toronto…
Safe Places to Play
By Allan Lynch Mike Bell of Calgary and Charles (Chuck) Dauphinee of Dartmouth love hockey, but they were almost benched by attitudes towards LGBTQ2S+…
The Cutting Edge—STIHL TIMBERSPORTS
2020 STIHL TIMBERSPORTS Canadian Championship comes to Charlottetown By Sarah B. Hood Charlottetown saw its last battle of the blades in 2017. In 2020,…
Serving it up at the super bowl
By Angela Kryhul Athletes out on the field at Miami’s Hard Rock Stadium weren’t the only ones working up an appetite during Super Bowl…
Woman Enough: How a Boy Became a Woman and Changed the World of Sports
Authors: Kristen Worley and Johanna Schneller Kristen Worley once told a reporter: “Sports saved my life.” Born Chris Jackson, a boy, Worley’s inspiring book…
Destination Profile: Montreal
Montreal’s pedigree as a premiere sports destination was confirmed in both 2019 and 2018 when it topped the Global Sports Impact (GSI) Canada Index,…
ONTARIO SOCCER: BUILDING AN ESPORTS COMMUNITY
How Ontario Soccer is Connecting With the Next Generation When first researching the esports phenomenon, Ontario Soccer officials had an ‘aha!’ moment when they…
EVENT PROFILE: ARCTIC WINTER GAMES
It seems fitting that Whitehorse will host a memorable anniversary of the Arctic Winter Games (AWG) in 2020. That’s because no other city has…
Ice Time: Dauphinee Centre, Halifax
The Dauphinee Centre at Saint Mary’s University, Halifax, is a dream two decades in the making By Sarah B. Hood Bob Dauphinee died in…
Under Construction Dieppe Uniplex
Dieppe, New Brunswick, has broken the mold in developing a new intergenerational community sports complex. By Allan Lynch Located in downtown Dieppe, the UNIplex…
2019 Ultimate Championships
Ultimate’s popularity is growing. Its value on fun, inclusiveness and fair play (ultimate is self-refereed and non-contact) can quickly turn newcomers into true believers….
If you see something, say something.
But then what?
Proactive policies to protect young athletes against sexual abuse By Wendy Helfenbaum The overwhelming majority of coaches, staff and volunteers who get involved in…
Spotlight: Ontario
Facing Up to Funding Cuts If your organization is struggling with budget cuts, you’re not alone. Resources and advice for navigating uncertain times. By…
Stephanie Shostak
Stephanie Shostak President & CEO, Prism Consulting Services Ltd. A privacy professional specializing in privacy compliance and breach investigation, Shostak is also a tireless…
Esports in Canada
Esports in Canada is growing strong with revenue expected to reach US$19 million in 2019 and $37 million in 2023. That’s a very healthy…
Out & About
Canadian Sport Tourism Alliance Sport Events Congress, OttawaMarch 19–21, 2019 Sponsorship Marketing Council Canada Sponsorship Marketing Awards, TorontoApril 4, 2019 5 To Watch Canada’s…
Understanding Sports Waivers
A well-crafted sports waiver is an important tool for event hosts. It informs participants of risks and can help protect hosts against liability. But…
What to Do When Things Go Wrong:
A Five-Step Guide to Planning For and Surviving the Inevitable—And Coming Out Ahead Author: Frank Supovitz When you manage the biggest events in sports…
13TH ANNUAL CANADIAN SPONSORSHIP LANDSCAPE STUDY (CSLS)
According to historical CSLS data, investment by sponsors in cause properties has declined. For the latest study, sponsors were asked: “How important is cause…