Canada's sport system 'broken' and in need of change: report
A new national report on how abuse and maltreatment are handled in sport says "Canadian sport has lost its way" and the federal government must act to better protect athletes across the country.
The Future of Sport in Canada Commission released its preliminary report Thursday, saying it heard that there are "deeply ingrained" issues across the country, from a culture of silence that has led to abuse and maltreatment to underfunding and a lack of diversity.
Connor extends streak, Winnipeg Jets hand Vancouver Canucks lopsided loss
Missing key pieces wasn't about to keep the Winnipeg Jets down on Saturday.
With right-winger Blake Wheeler and defenceman Nate Schmidt sidelined by injuries, the Jets simply turned to less-familiar faces to overwhelm the Vancouver Canucks en route to a 5-1 win.
"That’s Winnipeg Jets hockey," said Kyle Connor, who had a goal and an assist. "That’s what we’ve been talking about all year. Next man up. Everybody do their job.
Dynamic defence powers B.C. Lions to 40-32 win over Winnipeg Blue Bombers
Rick Campbell was proud of the perseverance his B.C. Lions showed on Saturday.
Up against the league-leading Winnipeg Blue Bombers, the Lions faltered late but held on for a crucial 40-32 victory.
"I'm proud that we kept with it. It got down to six points, but our guys, we didn't start pointing fingers or people weren't hanging their heads and that's the biggest thing for me," said Campbell, B.C.'s head coach and co-general manager.