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Coaching Mothers in Canadian Sport: Cultural Realities and Paths Forward

Adding an important new dimension to the discussion, Jill examines the particular situation of coaching mothers. Building on the Journal’s body of literature, she paints a disturbing picture of coaching mothers continuing to be constrained by “powerful assumptions” about ‘good motherhood.’ Her solution: … “small, actionable steps that can move culture forward without waiting for budgets, policies, or systems to be rebuilt.”

Voices from the Community: Insights on Accessing Sport, Coach Education & Coaching

The purpose of this report is to provide feedback to the CAC and its sport partners on the barriers faced by underserved communities and individuals in accessing sport and coaching opportunities, as well as recommendations on how to address these barriers to foster a more diverse and inclusive sporting culture. This report is based on an analysis of survey data and information collected from five Listening Sessions.

CAC Annual Report 2024-2025

This report outlines the Coaching Association of Canada’s activities, impact, and progress over the 2024–2025 fiscal year. It highlights our continued commitment to advancing safe, inclusive, and high-quality coaching across Canada through collaboration, innovation, and leadership.

Coaching in Canada Toolkit

The Coaching in Canada Toolkit provides recommended practices and considerations related to the recruitment, screening, and onboarding of national and international coaches, that coach Canadian athletes and sport participants in Canada or abroad. The purpose of the toolkit is to provide transparent and consistent standards of practice for recruiting international coaches. This toolkit was developed in the context of high-performance sport, however the information, tools, and resources provided are applicable to other levels of sport and sport organizations or clubs.

Some Good News: Women Coaches as Coach Developers in the NCCP

“Since 1974, more than two million coaches and coach developers (CDs) have been trained through the National Coaching Certification Program (NCCP) to develop their coaching skills and improve the performance of their athletes and participants at all levels of sport.” Most Canadians are familiar with the role of the coach; few are aware of the CD role and its potential to contribute to a robust sport system. The authors build a compelling case for women (and others) to consider CD training as a viable option to rewarding and meaningful involvement through the NCCP. – Sheila Robertson, Journal Editor.

Conversations with Leading Women Coaches – Part Two

Conversations with Leading Women Coaches – Part Two

Study of Newcomer Sport Coaches

Study of Newcomer Sport Coaches