Feds need to create new national body to address sport system ‘crisis’: report
Senator Chantal Petitclerc, a former Paralympian, says it’s important the system doesn’t ‘sacrifice’ the drive of high-performance athletes as the government looks to improve the Canadian sport system.
Canadians should strive for a gold medal in safe sport
Just as Canadians pull together in the midst of an exciting match, we should be equally fervent about protecting everyone involved in sport.
Sport portfolio a bright light during cabinet’s growing pains
The feds have seen the opportunity global sports performances provide to advance the country’s reputation, open doors for diplomacy and trade, and boost our global status.
A new book highlights the bond between Quebecers and Les Canadiens
Although the Montreal Canadiens have fewer Quebecers than in the past, it continues to be the standard-bearer of French Canada.
Gretzky doesn’t have to comment
I wish Wayne Gretzky would say something. And we can judge people when they don’t. I am disappointed in Gretzky’s silence. But that’s where I leave it.
Always leave them wanting more: Fraser tops All Politics Poll as he looks to exit federal politics
The results of The Hill Times’ 2024 year-end poll are in. Liberal MP Sean Fraser scores a hat trick and takes the ‘Most Valuable Politician’ title for the second year in a row, while Tory Leader Pierre Poilievre divides respondents.
Learning from Gaudreau
The deaths of hockey players Johnny and Matthew Gaudreau give us all the chance to reflect on how they brought people together during their lives, and how important that is to emulate.
Paris Olympics reaffirmed the power of sport
We should be thanking Canada’s Olympians for the way they’ve lifted the country, and showed the true potency and goodness of the power of sport.
Sports and politics don’t mix, but as for Céline Dion’s opening performance, wow!
Politics inevitably gets in the mix at the Olympics, and that’s a horror show for politicians asked to comment on their county’s performance and actions.
Drip dropped: Canadian Olympic team gear doesn’t measure up on the world stage
Canadian athletes sailed down the Seine River to claim their prize as the tackiest fit of the ceremonies.
