Medal chase doesn’t boost participation in sport
Canadian sports scholars challenge the common claim that success by national teams inspires broader public participation. Data show more high‑performance funding yields more medals but fewer Canadians engage in organized sport, with participation dropping from a 1992 peak of about 44% to around 27% since 2005. The piece urges targeted grassroots investments and a sustainable high‑performance system.
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David Shoemaker
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Centre For Sport Policy Studies
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Ontario Rolls Out Financial Literacy Graduation Requirement
Ontario Premier Doug Ford's government announced a financial literacy graduation requirement for high school students starting September 2025. The plan includes early classroom work from Grades 1 to 8, Grade 9 math, and a Grade 10 career studies course, plus videos for families.
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Tim Pawlenty
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Ford
Ontario College of Teachers
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Isaac Newton
Albert Einstein
World Health Organization
BBC Wealth Management
Stephen Lecce
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Council quibbles delay real progress in Hyde Harbor
Letter writers slam Whunder Bay council for chasing wish-list projects while sidelining core needs. They cite stalled Victoriaville Mall teardown, a 52 million turf facility funded by taxpayers, and a 16 million centralized Intercity Library plan with revenue losses. The note urges prioritizing Victoria Avenue access, crime and tax relief.
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Readers are invited to submit original letters up to 300 words for the Chronicle Journal forum. Opinions on various topics are encouraged. letters may be edited for space and clarity. Include full name, address, day phone, and cite page and date for articles mentioned. only names and hometowns published.
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