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Inclusion in Sport Doesn’t Happen by Accident
Creating inclusive sport environments requires more than good intentions–it takes accountability, training, and practical tools. Sport is often celebrated as a place where people come together, build community, and learn valuable life skills. While sport has tremendous potential to foster belonging, inclusion does not happen automatically. For many Indigenous, racialized, newcomer, and religious minority participants,...
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How Brianna Hennessy Is Changing the Future of Para Sport
Paralympic silver medallist Brianna Hennessy shares how sport transformed her life and why Canada must invest in para-athletes. Sport saved my life, truly. After my accident in 2014, I woke up to the reality that I was now catastrophically impaired for life, and everything I’d known as an athlete before was suddenly stripped away from...
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From Athlete to Advocate, Kayla Davis on Leading Change in Sport
Having experienced firsthand the power of mentorship and representation, Kayla Davis discusses the importance of inclusive leadership, grassroots investment, and creating environments where every athlete has the opportunity to thrive. For me, it really started with a lack of role models growing up. I wanted mentorship from someone who looked like me, sounded like me,...
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Beyond the Game: Building a Sport System Where Everyone Belongs
Sport has long been described as a universal language. It teaches teamwork, resilience, leadership, and belonging. It has the power to unite communities, bridge differences, and inspire generations. But for many Canadians, sport has not always lived up to that promise. Racism, discrimination, financial barriers, underrepresentation, and unequal access continue to shape who gets to...
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Tanya Boychuk on Growing Women’s Soccer in Canada
Tanya Boychuk, forward with Montréal Roses in the NSL, shares what it means to help build the game in Canada. This league is incredibly special to me. It has given me a sense of purpose that goes far beyond playing for myself – it’s about contributing to the growth of women’s soccer in Canada and...
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Tiff Cameron on the Promise of the NSL
Halifax Tides player Tiff Cameron reflects on the impact of the NSL and the future of women’s sport. As a Canadian, it has been a dream to be able to play professionally on home soil. It represents an opportunity for the younger generation, exposure for those who have been overlooked and a space for experienced...
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How Kaylee Hunter Sees the NSL Changing the Game
Kaylee Hunter of AFC Toronto shares why the NSL is creating opportunities and inspiring the next generation. For me, the NSL represents a pathway to new opportunities. Growing up in Canada, there wasn’t a professional women’s league here that young players like myself could dream of playing in one day. If you wanted to pursue...
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For Meggie Dougherty Howard, the NSL Represents Growth
Calgary Wild FC captain Meggie Dougherty Howard discusses opportunity, community and the future of women’s sport. The NSL to me represents growth. For so long, opportunities for female players to compete at the highest level had been lacking. But with this league, so many more players can showcase their skills on this stage. And to...
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How Diana Matheson Helped Change the Game
Founder of the NSL, Diana Matheson, speaks on moving the needle for women’s sport in Canada. My background was as a player. I spent 17 years playing professionally, and like most Canadian soccer players, I spent my career abroad. We leave after high school to play in the NCAA, Europe or the United States. When...
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Ontario Sledge Hockey Association: Driving Inclusive Excellence on Ice
The Ontario Sledge Hockey Association (OSHA) continues to play a vital role in shaping the landscape of adaptive sport across the province. As the recognized governing body for sledge hockey in Ontario, OSHA represents a growing and vibrant community of more than 400 athletes across over 20 clubs. With a strong foundation as a registered...
