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Women in Curling Conference Inspires Barrier Breaks
At Fort William Gardens during the Scotties Tournament of Hearts events in Thunder Bay Curling Canada hosted sessions including Coaches Rock Project Confidence Girls Rock and the Women in Curling Conference. Elaine Dagg Jackson chair of the Women in Curling Executive Council said the aim was a supportive environment where women could share stories and feel safe in curling. Jill Officer a guest speaker spoke of overcoming barriers and finding meaning in curling inspiring attendees to pursue involvement beyond playing. Heather Mair of the University of Waterloo highlighted curling as a community building sport and researchers noted curling’s social value. The group plans to bring lessons from Thunder Bay to Mississauga next year and continue expanding participation for girls and women nationwide.