Upholding the integrity of Canadian sport requires meaningful change
There must be leadership and investments made by the federal government to make the culture of Canadian sport more equitable, diverse, inclusive, and accessible.
The Grey Cup should be a symbol of unity
As more Quebecers play and follow the game, the Alouettes’ victory and the CFL will be celebrated across the province. The very least the league could do is treat the French language with respect.
Saluting the captain
Christine Sinclair reminds us all that hard work, strong performances woven with humility, and selflessness are admirable things.
Spanish footballers serving as a beacon in the fog of misogyny
These Spanish women have decided they’re not taking this shit and are serving as heroes against a footballing structure and culture that expect their subservience.
Hockey Canada’s new CEO pick is proof of efforts to right its ship
Hockey Canada still has work to do, and new challenges will of course emerge. But they have made a brilliant move by appointing Kathy Henderson as chief executive officer.
Committee witnesses who testify about non-disclosure agreements would be covered by parliamentary privilege, say House and Senate representatives
A new bill addressing the misuse of non-disclosure agreements could provide a chance for public servants, Hill staffers, and other federally regulated or funded workers to testify publicly despite having signed NDAs.
Senator to table bill to limit use of non-disclosure agreements to hide abuse and discrimination at federally-funded agencies
Senator Marilou McPhedran’s bill comes as hearings into the use of NDAs by Hockey Canada and other national sports organizations continue.
Will the opposition stand up for the voice of women?
Instead of feigning shock over the use of non-disclosure agreements at Hockey Canada, MPs and Senators need to ban them, now.
