Current coaching data indicates that women are under-represented as coaches both nationally and internationally. Coaches are the most visible and influential leaders in sport. They shape the day-to-day lived experiences of participants and influence the growth and development of sport. 

By working to ensure the Canadian sport coaching landscape is more equitable, we will see an increase in women’s participation in coaching and leadership roles, which will help to increase in girls' participation in sport and physical activity.

We’ve partnered with Canadian Women and Sport to establish the Gender Equity in Coaching Framework and Self-Assessment Tool to identify the key areas for organizational change to improve the conditions for women in coaching.  Sport leaders will be able to utilize the tool to improve conditions for women in coaching by identifying the factors that can be changed within their organization. 

Sport organizations have a responsibility to challenge the status quo, combat biases in the coaching pathway, and foster an inclusive culture in sport to actively advance gender equity in coaching. Complete The Gender Equity in Coaching Self-Assessment Tool to determine your organization’s areas of strength and potential areas of improvement to advance gender equity in coaching.