Sweeping Changes
The inaugural PointsBet Invitational single-knockout tournament is just one of the ways Curling Canada is evolving its events to boost excitement and engagement. Nolan…
Features
Gender Parity in Canadian Sport Leadership
Three years ago, federal, provincial and territorial ministers responsible for sport committed to gender parity in sport leadership by December 2024. A recent survey…
The EVOLVE Project
How BC Artistic Swimming created a healthier organizational culture By Connie Jeske Crane Several years ago, after making significant changes to its board and…
Will Fans Return to the Stands?
Some sports fans have missed live events every single day and can’t wait to return to arenas and stadiums for the first time since…
Single-Game Betting: What’s in it for your Organization?
Single-event sports betting brings the promise of new partnerships and revenue growth as well as giving a boost to fan engagement. JEFF HARRIS, head…
Tokyo 2020 Paralympic Games: Stories That Resonate
Communications expert and former CBC journalist, TEDDY KATZ, served as media attaché for the Refugee Paralympic Team during the Tokyo 2020 Paralympic Games. Katz…
Training the Next Generation
Canadian sport business students have spent a year doing their version of the hunkered-at-home COVID-19 pivot. What might the new normal look like once…
REINVENTION: Activate Positive Change
When COVID-19 abruptly shuttered most sporting events and competitions, industry leaders devoted some of the downtime to reviewing, refreshing and even reinventing internal matters…
Game Plan 2021
The 2021 sports calendar has become a moving target, with event organizers forced to plan for a season despite unpredictable variables. Four very different…
Bubbles + Hubs
2020 was the year of the bubble for professional sports leagues determined to return to safe play amid pandemic-related uncertainties. Here is a closer…
Match Manipulation: Are you taking it seriously?
Industry leaders say the Canadian sport system is at significant risk of match manipulation that can result from the pressures of sport gambling. They’re…
Incredible + Memorable!
These Four Hands-on Sport Experiences Will Wow Your VIPs Planning a reward experience for your high achievers? Why not shake things up a little…
Work-life Wellness
Because employee well-being is multifaceted, employers are offering unique benefits that go beyond conventional health plans, according to a survey of more than 1,000…
Put on a Happy Place
Workplace health and wellness is a cause that’s easy to embrace. It boosts productivity, busts absenteeism and feels great. But how can you tell…
Site Selection Services
Site selection companies aim to save time and money—it’s worth looking into. By Connie Jeske Crane SERVICES AT A GLANCEWhat assistance can site selection…
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…
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…
Managing Difficult Volunteers
The success of any sport competition depends upon the dedication, knowledge and generosity of its volunteers. But what about those who break the rules,…
A Welcome MAT
Ontario’s new Municipal Accommodation Tax is a windfall for local sport tourism initiatives. By Bonnie Schiedel Taxes are rarely cause for celebration, but when…
Missing in Action
Political defections during international sport events are more common than you might think. Here’s what to do if visiting athletes or coaches go missing…