Ottawa should prioritize the health of all athletes, especially children
2024-07-07 from theconversation.com
Ensuring children have access to safe ways to engage in physical activity is essential to a healthy and balanced life. Sports play a crucial role in children’s physical and mental development, offering benefits such as improved health and social skills.
However, the current structure of sports in Canada, overseen by the Department of Canadian Heritage, has faced significant challenges in addressing issues of safety, inclusivity and abuse.
The fact that sports falls under the Department of Canadian Heritage underscores it as a vital part of our nation’s cultural fabric.
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