: Sportshttps://globalnews.ca/?p=11744193<![CDATA[Canada’s sports system is ‘broken, unsustainable,’ report finds]]>Tue, 24 Mar 2026 19:38:17 +0000Canadian sport needs an overhaul. That was the conclusion of the Future of Sport in Canada Commission’s final report released Tuesday.
“The work must begin now,” said Lise Maisonneuve, a former chief justice of the Ontario court of justice, who headed the commission.
“Our review has revealed the Canadian sport system is broken, fragmented and in its present form, unsustainable.
“In many settings, and for far too many people, it has caused and continues to cause real lasting harm.”
The commission’s mandate was to make the Canadian sport system better and safer.
“As we discovered in our work, these two matters are deeply interconnected,” Maisonneuve said.
“Sport in Canada stands at a defining moment. Canadians expect meaningful and concrete transformation.”
Announced in December 2023 by former federal sports minister Carla Qualtrough, the commission was among various federal government remedies in response to a wave of maltreatment and abuse reports, both current and historical, that surfaced after the 2022 Winter Games in Beijing.
The commission held cross-country consultations, conducted a public survey, held a summit and issued two public reports over nearly two years.
Maisonneuve said the commission heard submissions from over 1,000 individuals, including 175 survivors of abuse and maltreatment.
“We listened and what we heard was heart-wrenching,” she said.
The report issued 98 calls to action for phased-in change over five years, but starting immediately.
The commission identified that abuse is widespread and ongoing at all levels of sport, and that complaint mechanisms are fragmented and inconsistent across the country.
Power imbalances create a culture of silence and “is one of the most dangerous features of the system,” Maisonneuve said.
“We heard repeatedly about athletes afraid to speak out, parents punished for raising concerns, whistleblowers sidelined, and victims re-traumatized by the complaint processes. Too often, winning, reputation and funding are prioritized over safety and dignity.”
Federal funding hasn’t kept pace with inflation or the expanding responsibilities of sport organizations.
“An underfunded sports system is an unsafe sports system,” she said.
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Sport overall has become too expensive, inaccessible and exclusive for broad participation, she added.
The report calls for a single federal minister responsible for sport with a dedicated department. Sport currently falls under both the Heritage and Health portfolios.
The report also states there should be a centralized sport entity overseeing sport as a Crown corporation, which is structured like a private corporation, but under government control.
“We need a new model of leadership,” Maisonneuve said. “Canada lacks a single point of leadership for sport and physical activity.”
Olympic moguls skier Philippe Marquis, who is now coaches Freestyle Canada’s young talent, took a wait-and-see approach to the final report, while he lauded the commission for its work.
“The one thing that keeps my optimism alive is the fact that we have a bit of this perfect storm right now,” said the 36-year-old from Quebec City.
“The recipe, the elements are here at this specific time to be transformational, so I am optimistic because of that. If we speak in three months, six months and nothing has moved and there’s no light in sight I think there will be a wave of discouragement across the system.
“The report is great. It’s based on fact. It’s concrete. It’s real. We’ve never had such a good portrait of the whole Canadian sports system.”
Secretary of Sport Adam van Koeverden said in a statement that the report makes clear that urgent, system-wide action is needed.
“We accept the findings and will now carefully review the recommendations and actions that must be taken to strengthen safe sport and improve the sport system at all levels in Canada,” he said.
“Abuse and maltreatment have no place in sport. Sport participants should have access to safe, welcoming, inclusive, and accountable sport environments that uphold public trust.
“We recognize that restoring trust in the sport system requires meaningful, co-ordinated action across all levels.”
There have been eight changes in the federal leadership of sport over 15 years of Liberal government.
Van Koeverden, who was appointed last year, said the report “will shape the next chapter of sport in Canada.”
“It also shows that we need to fix bigger, system-wide problems, including how sport is managed across the country and gaps in safety protections,” he continued. “It was the voices of survivors that broke the culture of silence. Their time, insights, and lived experiences have created a pathway forward for a better Canada.”
“Our new government will now focus on developing our response and implementation plan, working closely with the provinces and territories, Indigenous partners, athletes, under-represented communities, sport organizations and private sector stakeholders nationwide. This work will be grounded in stronger coordination, transparency, and accountability across the sport system.”
Funding was a common thread in the report. The Canadian Olympic and Paralympic committees have asked on behalf of national sport organizations in two successive federal budgets for an increase in core funding, which they say has been stagnant since 2005.
The most recent ask was for a $144-million increase in core funding, which is annual money NSOs count on to fund operations, athletes, coaches and support staff. One of the commission’s calls to action is every sport organization that receives federal funding have a safe sport officer on staff.
The federal government spends over $250 million annually on sport. In a published report in 2023-24, it was $266.8 million spent on high-performance sport, hosting international events, increasing sport participation and improving safe sport practices.
]]>: Sportshttps://globalnews.ca/?p=11743497<![CDATA[Boxer Isis Sio out of medically induced coma 2 days after match knockout]]>Tue, 24 Mar 2026 15:06:28 +0000
Boxer Isis Sio is awake and breathing on her own after initially being placed in a medically induced coma following a knockout loss over the weekend, according to the promoter and family of the 19-year-old boxer.
Sio is still in intensive care, but she is no longer on a ventilator, ProBox TV announced in a news release on Monday.
“Isis remains in ICU, but she is off the ventilator and we are hopeful for her progression,” Sio’s camp added in a statement to The Associated Press.
“We are awaiting further updates from her medical team. She is currently under the care of three specialized medical divisions who are closely monitoring her condition.”
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Sio suffered injuries following her loss against Jocelyn Camarillo, 21, just 78 seconds into the first round of their fight at San Bernardino, Calif.’s National Orange Show Event Center on Saturday.
The 19-year-old boxer, who was born in North Dakota, has lost three of her four professional bouts since her debut last September.
ProBox TV issued a statement on Sunday, saying that Sio was in a medically induced coma.
“On behalf of CEO Garry Jones and the entire ProBox family we are praying for a speedy recovery for Isis Sio. Ms. Sio is currently in a medically induced coma. Our thoughts are with her and her family at this very difficult time,” ProBox TV wrote. “Please join us in wishing for a full recovery.”
Following the match and news of Sio’s injury, Camarillo, who fights for Jake Paul’s Most Valuable Promotions (MVP), posted a statement to Instagram, writing, “Came prepared, gave it my all. Grateful for the moment but my heart is with Isis and keeping her in my prayers and wishing her a full recovery.”
Most Valuable Promotions also took to X on Monday to wish Sio “strength, healing, and a full recovery.”
Camarillo went on to share a lengthy statement on Instagram Monday, writing that Sio “has been on my mind.”
“I’m truly relieved that she’s okay. I would never want anything bad to happen to anyone I share the ring with. This sport is dangerous, and we all step in there knowing what’s at risk,” Camarillo wrote.
Camarillo, who marked her first knockout win in her fight against Sio, said she was “overwhelmed with emotion” following the win.
“I was proud, excited, and honestly just reacting. It was never from a place of disrespect or lack of sportsmanship. As soon as it registered what was happening, my energy shifted. I took a knee and my concern was with her. Anyone who knows me knows I’m not a malicious person,” she added.
“I’m still learning and growing, not just as a fighter but as a person navigating moments like this in the public eye. Much respect to Isis Sio.”
A screenshot of Jocelyn Camarillo’s Instagram stories.
@J.Camarillo7 / Instagram
Sio was also stopped by Perla Bazaldua on Jan. 26 in Long Beach, Calif., leading to widespread online speculation about why Sio was allowed to fight again so quickly.
Sio’s camp responded to that speculation Monday by clarifying that Bazaldua stopped Sio with a body shot, rather than a head shot. Sio had already served the 45-day medical suspension necessitated by that type of stoppage loss and was medically cleared to return to competition, Sio’s camp claimed.
“Her decision to compete on Saturday, March 21, against Jocelyn Camarillo was not made lightly, but rather thoughtfully reviewed and analyzed prior to acceptance,” promoters said.
TORONTO – The Toronto Raptors have signed guard Markelle Fultz to a 10-day contract, the NBA club announced Monday.
Fultz, the No. 1 pick in the 2017 NBA draft, last played in the NBA in 2024-25, suiting up for the Sacramento Kings.
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The 27-year-old averaged 2.7 points, 1.0 rebounds, and 1.3 assists in 8.8 minutes per game across 21 appearances for the Kings.
Fultz is averaging 9.8 points, 5.3 assists, 2.5 rebounds and 22.2 minutes in six games (all starts) with Toronto’s G League affiliate, Raptors 905, this season.
The six-foot-four, 209-pound guard holds career averages of 10.4 points, 4.4 assists, 3.2 rebounds, 1.1 steals and 24.0 minutes in 255 NBA games (164 starts) with Philadelphia (2017-19), Orlando (2019-24) and Sacramento (2024-25).
This report by The Canadian Press was first published March 23, 2026.
]]>: Sportshttps://globalnews.ca/?p=11736772<![CDATA[Hockey Hall of Fame says U.S. gold medal pucks to be part of permanent collection]]>Wed, 18 Mar 2026 20:24:25 +0000
The Hockey Hall of Fame says the pucks used to score the gold medal-winning men’s and women’s goals at the Milan Cortina Olympics are part of its permanent collection after being donated by the International Ice Hockey Federation.
The Hall released a statement about its artifacts from the Games on Wednesday, a day after Jack Hughes, who scored the golden goal in overtime for the U.S. men, told ESPN he wanted the puck so he could give it to his father, Jim.
“These artifacts are preserved, exhibited and shared with fans worldwide through our museum and international outreach programs, ensuring that defining Olympic and World Championship moments remain protected and accessible to the global hockey community,” the Hall said in a statement sent to The Associated Press. “We hold tremendous respect for the men and women who create these unforgettable moments on the ice, and we remain committed to preserving their achievements in a manner that is responsible, secure and accessible to fans everywhere.”
The U.S. swept men’s, women’s and Paralympic sled hockey gold, beating Canada in each final to win all three for the first time in the same year. Megan Keller scored the women’s golden goal, also in OT, and that puck is similarly enshrined.
“These donated items represent defining moments on the world’s biggest stage and carry powerful stories of national pride and hockey history at its highest level,” Hall of Fame President and CEO Jamie Dinsmore said in a statement Monday about the Olympic showcase. “The Olympics ’26 display will help ensure that these unforgettable Olympic moments are preserved for our guests from around the world to experience.”
A stick from American Brady Tkachuk and gloves from teammate Jack Eichel, along with jerseys from Canada captain Sidney Crosby and Sweden forward William Nylander, are among the more than 70 items that will be on display for a limited time.
“Since the 1998 Winter Olympics in Nagano, the IIHF has provided the Hockey Hall of Fame with official pucks and other historic artifacts commemorating key moments from each Olympic hockey tournament, including Sidney Crosby’s iconic 2010 ‘Golden Goal,’ as well as Natalie Darwitz’s Gold Medal winning goal puck from the 2008 World Championships,” the Hall said. “Our mission is to collect, preserve, research, exhibit, and promote artifacts, images, and stories that are significant to hockey’s worldwide legacy. Established to honor and preserve the history of hockey, the Hockey Hall of Fame recognizes those who have made outstanding contributions to the game.”Hoc
The Toronto Raptors threw a majority of sports bettors off Sunday.
Toronto upset Eastern Conference-leading Detroit 119-108 at Scotiabank Arena. Brandon Ingram had a game-high 34 points as the Raptors not only earned a second straight victory but also handed the Pistons their first loss in four games.
According to the Ontario Lottery and Gaming Corp., only 21 per cent of Proline bettors took Toronto to win, although 55 per cent of bets were on the Raptors +3.5 on the point spread.
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A much stronger bet for Proline players was the Ottawa Senators’ 2-0 win over the Vancouver Canucks as James Reimer stopped 16 saves for his 32nd career shutout. A solid 88 per cent of the money was on Ottawa earning the road victory.
On Tuesday night, the Montreal Canadiens beat the Toronto Maple Leafs 3-1, a result that 76 per cent of players backed. Later, the Buffalo Sabres earned a 3-2 shootout win over Toronto, with 84 per cent of bettors supporting.
Meanwhile, in golf, Cameron Young won The Players Championship by a stroke. He was the ninth-most bet-on golfer to capture the event.
A retail player won $4,114.10 from a $1 bet on a 14-leg NHL parlay while another earned $3,636.10 from a $5 wager on a seven-leg parlay.
This report by The Canadian Press was first published March 17, 2026.
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