A Sport4All Collaboration
Phase 1 Research
In Phase 1 of our national 7-year research initiative, leading experts across Canada specializing in youth sport, race, gender, social class, disability, body image, and Indigeneity are coming together to uncover critical gaps in the current youth sport literature. By examining existing barriers and surfacing missing data, this collaborative work aims to pave the way for a more equitable, inclusive, and empowering sport system for all youth.
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As research unfolds, our team is also documenting key insights and recommendations that will be shared through a Delphi study process - inviting feedback from youth, parents, coaches, sport leaders, administrators, and organizations. Together, we’ll co-create national guidelines to help shape a stronger, more just youth sport landscape - locally and globally. This phase is led in collaboration with the MLSE Launchpad.
Projects
Phase 1 research has commenced.
The Participation of Indigenous Girls and Young Women in Sport, Physical Activity, and Recreation across What is Now Known as Canada
Investigating the Utility of Trauma-and Violence-Informed Sport for Development in Supporting Youth SGBV Survivors in Canada
Understanding Sport and Physical Activity Opportunities and Barriers in Schools
Scan of Youth Girls Disability Research in Canada
Girls and Gender-Diverse Youth Experiences with Body Image in and out of Sport
Photovoice Study Exploring Girls and Gender-Diverse Youth Who Identify As Part of An Underserved Group in Sport
Re-imagining Sport from Canadian Youth Sport Leaders: Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, and Accessibility Considerations
Movember: Considerations for Youth Community Sport Mental Health
Photovoice Study Exploring Girls and Gender-Diverse Youth Who Identify As Part of An Underserved Group in Sport