This week, Dina and Steve, discuss conflict in sport, and solutions for moving away from binary thinking, that prevent leaders from achieving their desired outcomes. We offer practical wisdom and simple solutions to help you navigate the natural and healthy tension with greater skill, confidence, and humility.  

Check out the links below to learn more about the topic:

• Stewarding Conflict Part 1
• Stewarding Conflict Part 2
• Dina Bell-Laroche (LinkedIN)
• Steve Indig (LinkedIN)

Email us at hello@sportlaw.ca or contact us on LinkedIn, to let us know what you want us to discuss next. We want to hear from you! Stay tuned for new episodes every two weeks!

Hosts: Dina Bell-Laroche and Steven Indig

Producers: Robin Witty & Colleen Coderre

Learn more about how Sport Law works in collaboration with sport leaders to elevate sport at sportlaw.ca

The Sportopia Podcast is recorded on the traditional, ancestral and unceded territories of the Indigenous Peoples of Canada. We wish to thank these First Peoples who continue to live on these lands and care for them, and whose relationship with these lands existed from time immemorial. We are grateful to have the opportunity to live, work, and play on these lands. 

Sport Law is committed to recognizing, supporting, and advocating for reconciliation in Canada and to actively work against colonialism by amplifying Indigenous voices and increasing our own understanding of local Indigenous people and their cultures.

This week, we welcome Mathieu Gentès, the Chief Executive Officer at Athletics Canada, and a devoted practitioner of values-based leadership. He reminds us that leading authentically creates high trust cultures where people feel valued, cared for, and trusted. In Mathieu’s experience, this form of leadership makes all the difference and is what is required to take good organizations and make them great ones.  

Check out the links below to learn more about the topic:

• Mathieu Gentès (LinkedIN)
• Dina Bell-Laroche (LinkedIN)
• Steve Indig (LinkedIN)
• Blog: If We Create Great Leaders, We’ll Create Great Sport”, by Lauren Brett

Email us at hello@sportlaw.ca or contact us on LinkedIn, to let us know what you want us to discuss next. We want to hear from you! Stay tuned for new episodes every two weeks!

Hosts: Dina Bell-Laroche and Steven Indig

Producers: Robin Witty & Colleen Coderre

Learn more about how Sport Law works in collaboration with sport leaders to elevate sport at sportlaw.ca

The Sportopia Podcast is recorded on the traditional, ancestral and unceded territories of the Indigenous Peoples of Canada. We wish to thank these First Peoples who continue to live on these lands and care for them, and whose relationship with these lands existed from time immemorial. We are grateful to have the opportunity to live, work, and play on these lands. 

Sport Law is committed to recognizing, supporting, and advocating for reconciliation in Canada and to actively work against colonialism by amplifying Indigenous voices and increasing our own understanding of local Indigenous people and their cultures.

Check out the links below to learn more about the topic:

• Mike Fleurantin (LinkedIN)
• Dina Bell-Laroche (LinkedIN)
• Steve Indig (LinkedIN)
• Blog: https://sportlaw.ca/meritocracy-representation-and-governance-in-sport/

Email us at hello@sportlaw.ca or contact us on LinkedIn, to let us know what you want us to discuss next. We want to hear from you! Stay tuned for new episodes every two weeks!

Hosts: Dina Bell-Laroche and Steven Indig

Producers: Robin Witty & Colleen Coderre

Learn more about how Sport Law works in collaboration with sport leaders to elevate sport at sportlaw.ca

The Sportopia Podcast is recorded on the traditional, ancestral and unceded territories of the Indigenous Peoples of Canada. We wish to thank these First Peoples who continue to live on these lands and care for them, and whose relationship with these lands existed from time immemorial. We are grateful to have the opportunity to live, work, and play on these lands. 

Sport Law is committed to recognizing, supporting, and advocating for reconciliation in Canada and to actively work against colonialism by amplifying Indigenous voices and increasing our own understanding of local Indigenous people and their cultures.

This week, hosts Dina Bell-Laroche and Steve Indig chat with Lorraine Lafrenière in the leadership series.  Lorraine is the Chief Executive Officer at the Coaching Association of Canada. She is a respected and compassionate sport leader with over 30 years of experience, including senior roles with Canoe Kayak Canada, Cycling Canada and the Canadian Olympic and Paralympic Committees. Lorraine has led the CAC since 2013 and was most recently elected as the first woman to serve as President of the International Council for Coaching Excellence. Listen in as Lorraine shares her ideas on creating joy in the workplace by focusing on compassion first and performance second.

Check out the links below to learn more about the topic:

• Lorraine Lafreniere (LinkedIN)
• Dina Bell-Laroche (LinkedIN)
• Steve Indig (LinkedIN)
• Blog: Increasing Leadership Opportunities for Women

Email us at hello@sportlaw.ca or contact us on LinkedIn, to let us know what you want us to discuss next. We want to hear from you! Stay tuned for new episodes every two weeks!

Hosts: Dina Bell-Laroche and Steven Indig

Producers: Robin Witty & Colleen Coderre

Learn more about how Sport Law works in collaboration with sport leaders to elevate sport at sportlaw.ca

The Sportopia Podcast is recorded on the traditional, ancestral and unceded territories of the Indigenous Peoples of Canada. We wish to thank these First Peoples who continue to live on these lands and care for them, and whose relationship with these lands existed from time immemorial. We are grateful to have the opportunity to live, work, and play on these lands. 

Sport Law is committed to recognizing, supporting, and advocating for reconciliation in Canada and to actively work against colonialism by amplifying Indigenous voices and increasing our own understanding of local Indigenous people and their cultures.

This week, hosts Dina Bell-Laroche and Steve Indig kick off the Lessons on Leadership Series with Casey Wade, CEO of Canoe Kayak Canada for the last 12 years.  Prior to that, Casey was the Director of Education and Planning at WADA and the Director of Drug-Free Sport at the CCES. Listen in as Casey shares the realities of leading in a complex, volatile and uncertain environment and his commitment to bring a humanistic approach to help people succeed.

Check out the links below to learn more about the topic:

• Casey Wade’s LinkedIn
• Lauren Brett’s Blog – If we Create Great Leaders, We’ll Create Great Sport
• Values in Action

Email us at hello@sportlaw.ca or contact us on LinkedIn, to let us know what you want us to discuss next. We want to hear from you! Stay tuned for new episodes every two weeks!

Hosts: Dina Bell-Laroche and Steven Indig

Producers: Robin Witty and Colleen Coderre

Learn more about how Sport Law works in collaboration with sport leaders to elevate sport at sportlaw.ca

The Sportopia Podcast is recorded on the traditional, ancestral and unceded territories of the Indigenous Peoples of Canada. We wish to thank these First Peoples who continue to live on these lands and care for them, and whose relationship with these lands existed from time immemorial. We are grateful to have the opportunity to live, work, and play on these lands. 

Sport Law is committed to recognizing, supporting, and advocating for reconciliation in Canada and to actively work against colonialism by amplifying Indigenous voices and increasing our own understanding of local Indigenous people and their cultures.

This week, hosts Dina Bell-Laroche and Steve Indig discuss the importance of maintaining a healthy relationship between senior staff and volunteer Directors. Some of the most challenging aspects of leading is to ensure that decision-makers have a shared vision of where the organization is heading, a common sense of purpose and collective values that reflect who we’re serving. One of the ways to mitigate the risk of conflict between the CEO and their Board is to have a clear understanding of their respective roles and responsibilities.

Check out the links below to learn more about the topic:

• https://sportlaw.ca/clarifying-roles-for-greater-success/
• https://sportlaw.ca/towards-generative-governance/

Email us at hello@sportlaw.ca or contact us on LinkedIn, to let us know what you want us to discuss next. We want to hear from you! Stay tuned for new episodes every two weeks!

Hosts: Dina Bell-Laroche and Steven Indig

Producer: Robin Witty

Learn more about how Sport Law works in collaboration with sport leaders to elevate sport at sportlaw.ca

The Sportopia Podcast is recorded on the traditional, ancestral and unceded territories of the Indigenous Peoples of Canada. We wish to thank these First Peoples who continue to live on these lands and care for them, and whose relationship with these lands existed from time immemorial. We are grateful to have the opportunity to live, work, and play on these lands. 

Sport Law is committed to recognizing, supporting, and advocating for reconciliation in Canada and to actively work against colonialism by amplifying Indigenous voices and increasing our own understanding of local Indigenous people and their cultures.

This week, hosts Dina Bell-Laroche and Steve Indig discuss the pressure leaders face to govern with confidence in an increasingly complex sport environment. Beyond some of our practical tips, we share how Governance Essentials, our recently updated online training program, helps Directors and leaders bridge the knowledge gap to ensure they lead responsibly and ethically.

Check out the links below to learn more about the topic:

• New Governance Essential Learning site
• Original 2022 launch blog for Governance Essentials

Email us at hello@sportlaw.ca or contact us on LinkedIn, to let us know what you want us to discuss next. We want to hear from you! Stay tuned for new episodes every two weeks!

Hosts: Dina Bell-Laroche and Steven Indig

Producer: Robin Witty

Learn more about how Sport Law works in collaboration with sport leaders to elevate sport at sportlaw.ca

The Sportopia Podcast is recorded on the traditional, ancestral and unceded territories of the Indigenous Peoples of Canada. We wish to thank these First Peoples who continue to live on these lands and care for them, and whose relationship with these lands existed from time immemorial. We are grateful to have the opportunity to live, work, and play on these lands. 

Sport Law is committed to recognizing, supporting, and advocating for reconciliation in Canada and to actively work against colonialism by amplifying Indigenous voices and increasing our own understanding of local Indigenous people and their cultures.

This week, hosts Dina Bell-Laroche and Steve Indig welcome Safe Sport advocate Allison Forsyth. Allison is a two-time Olympian, a survivor of sexual abuse in sport and the founder of Generation Safe, an organization devoted to shifting the culture of sport through education and training. Listen in as Allison shares her insights on making sport a healthier place for her kids and yours.

Check out the links below to learn more about the topic:

• Allison Forsyth - LinkedIN
• Generation Safe
• From Varsity Athlete to Lawyer: Insights on Safe Sport in Universities and Colleges (Sport Law Blog by Angie Bellehumeur)
• Sportopia Podcast Epside 26: Taking our Safe Sport commitments to the next level

Email us at hello@sportlaw.ca or contact us on LinkedIn, to let us know what you want us to discuss next. We want to hear from you! Stay tuned for new episodes every two weeks!

Hosts: Dina Bell-Laroche and Steven Indig

Producer: Robin Witty

Learn more about how Sport Law works in collaboration with sport leaders to elevate sport at sportlaw.ca

The Sportopia Podcast is recorded on the traditional, ancestral and unceded territories of the Indigenous Peoples of Canada. We wish to thank these First Peoples who continue to live on these lands and care for them, and whose relationship with these lands existed from time immemorial. We are grateful to have the opportunity to live, work, and play on these lands. 

Sport Law is committed to recognizing, supporting, and advocating for reconciliation in Canada and to actively work against colonialism by amplifying Indigenous voices and increasing our own understanding of local Indigenous people and their cultures.

This week, hosts Dina Bell-Laroche and Steve Indig introduce a new podcast theme called Lessons on Leadership. They’ve had the privilege of connecting with incredible speakers over the past few years and thought it would be helpful for our listeners to learn from some of sport’s most inspiring leaders. In this episode, Dina and Steve share their views on leadership to kick start the conversation.

Check out the links below to learn more about the topic:

• Dina Bell-Laroche (LinkedIN)
• Steve Indig (LinkedIN)

Email us at hello@sportlaw.ca or contact us on LinkedIn, to let us know what you want us to discuss next. We want to hear from you! Stay tuned for new episodes every two weeks!

Hosts: Dina Bell-Laroche and Steven Indig

Producer: Robin Witty

Learn more about how Sport Law works in collaboration with sport leaders to elevate sport at sportlaw.ca

The Sportopia Podcast is recorded on the traditional, ancestral and unceded territories of the Indigenous Peoples of Canada. We wish to thank these First Peoples who continue to live on these lands and care for them, and whose relationship with these lands existed from time immemorial. We are grateful to have the opportunity to live, work, and play on these lands. 

Sport Law is committed to recognizing, supporting, and advocating for reconciliation in Canada and to actively work against colonialism by amplifying Indigenous voices and increasing our own understanding of local Indigenous people and their cultures.

This week, hosts Dina Bell-Laroche and Steve Indig tackle the topic of organizational dissolution. Listen in as they cover the due diligence required to close an organization. The pair not only discusses the legal elements but also present suggestions for a humanistic approach for what can often be an emotional and turbulent time for staff and volunteers.

Check out our blog on this topic:

Ending Well: A thoughtful approach to dissolution

Email us at hello@sportlaw.ca or contact us on LinkedIn, to let us know what you want us to discuss next. We want to hear from you! Stay tuned for new episodes every two weeks!

Hosts: Dina Bell-Laroche and Steven Indig

Producer: Robin Witty

Learn more about how Sport Law works in collaboration with sport leaders to elevate sport at sportlaw.ca

The Sportopia Podcast is recorded on the traditional, ancestral and unceded territories of the Indigenous Peoples of Canada. We wish to thank these First Peoples who continue to live on these lands and care for them, and whose relationship with these lands existed from time immemorial. We are grateful to have the opportunity to live, work, and play on these lands. 

Sport Law is committed to recognizing, supporting, and advocating for reconciliation in Canada and to actively work against colonialism by amplifying Indigenous voices and increasing our own understanding of local Indigenous people and their cultures.

Check out the links below to learn more about the topic:

• Guy Bradbury - LinkedIn
• com

Email us at hello@sportlaw.ca or contact us on LinkedIn, to let us know what you want us to discuss next. We want to hear from you! Stay tuned for new episodes every two weeks!

Hosts: Dina Bell-Laroche and Steven Indig

Producer: Robin Witty

Learn more about how Sport Law works in collaboration with sport leaders to elevate sport at sportlaw.ca

The Sportopia Podcast is recorded on the traditional, ancestral and unceded territories of the Indigenous Peoples of Canada. We wish to thank these First Peoples who continue to live on these lands and care for them, and whose relationship with these lands existed from time immemorial. We are grateful to have the opportunity to live, work, and play on these lands. 

Sport Law is committed to recognizing, supporting, and advocating for reconciliation in Canada and to actively work against colonialism by amplifying Indigenous voices and increasing our own understanding of local Indigenous people and their cultures.

This week, hosts Dina Bell-Laroche and Steve Indig welcome Karen Dommett. Karen has extensive experience in sports administration, including GM of the 2024 Special Olympics Canada Winter Games, and Manager of Athlete services for the 2019 Canada Winter Games. Most recently Karen has been chosen as the Executive Director of the 2026 Grey Cup. Listen in as they introduce ways to honour team members who have passed through remembrance ceremonies and how Karen is bringing a loss informed perspective in her role as a leader. Navigating life transitions is made easier when we have the knowledge and the courage to act in alignment with our values.

Check out the links below to learn more about the topic:

• https://sportlaw.ca/towards-sport-2-0-a-renaissance-for-canadian-sport/
• https://sportlaw.ca/from-efforting-to-activating-reframing-through-the-min-max-principle/
• https://sportlaw.ca/emotionally-intelligent-leaders-ways-to-unleash-your-organizations-full-leadership-potential/
• https://www.linkedin.com/in/karen-dommett/

Email us at hello@sportlaw.ca or contact us on LinkedIn, to let us know what you want us to discuss next. We want to hear from you! Stay tuned for new episodes every two weeks!

Hosts: Dina Bell-Laroche and Steven Indig

Producer: Robin Witty

Learn more about how Sport Law works in collaboration with sport leaders to elevate sport at sportlaw.ca

The Sportopia Podcast is recorded on the traditional, ancestral and unceded territories of the Indigenous Peoples of Canada. We wish to thank these First Peoples who continue to live on these lands and care for them, and whose relationship with these lands existed from time immemorial. We are grateful to have the opportunity to live, work, and play on these lands. 

Sport Law is committed to recognizing, supporting, and advocating for reconciliation in Canada and to actively work against colonialism by amplifying Indigenous voices and increasing our own understanding of local Indigenous people and their cultures.

This week, hosts Dina Bell-Laroche and Steve Indig welcome Iain Murray from Triton Canada. Triton is a 100% Canadian-owned and operated background screening company, whose mission is to create safer communities. They proudly serve NSOs, PSTOs and local clubs across the country, by providing 15-minute Criminal Record Checks, Social Media Checks, and Digital Credentials to advance Safe Sport initiatives. Moreover, the team at Triton are coaches and volunteers too, and strive to keep sport safe with secure, compliant screening solutions. Join us for an informative episode on advancements in screening practices in the sport sector.

Check out the links below to learn more about the topic:

• https://www.tritoncanada.ca/
• https://www.linkedin.com/in/iainmurray81/
• https://sportlaw.ca/evolving-challenges-with-police-record-checks/

Email us at hello@sportlaw.ca or contact us on LinkedIn, to let us know what you want us to discuss next. We want to hear from you! Stay tuned for new episodes every two weeks!

Hosts: Dina Bell-Laroche and Steven Indig

Producer: Robin Witty

Learn more about how Sport Law works in collaboration with sport leaders to elevate sport at sportlaw.ca

The Sportopia Podcast is recorded on the traditional, ancestral and unceded territories of the Indigenous Peoples of Canada. We wish to thank these First Peoples who continue to live on these lands and care for them, and whose relationship with these lands existed from time immemorial. We are grateful to have the opportunity to live, work, and play on these lands. 

Sport Law is committed to recognizing, supporting, and advocating for reconciliation in Canada and to actively work against colonialism by amplifying Indigenous voices and increasing our own understanding of local Indigenous people and their cultures.

Welcome to Sportopia, the place to re-imagine the future of sport! This week, host Dina Bell-Laroche welcomes Megan Sheldon and Alayne Hing. Megan is the Co-Founder & CEO of Be Ceremonial, the world’s first guided ritual and ceremony app. Through rituals and ceremonies, Megan helps people through major life changes, such as pregnancy loss, menopause, living funerals and death anniversaries. Alayne is a Certified Mental Performance Consultant who supports the wellbeing of Olympians, Paralympians and professional athletes as they look to perform on the world’s biggest stages. Join in as they discuss holistic approaches to ensure a healthy transition when navigating life transitions.

Check out the link below to learn more about the topic:

• https://www.beceremonial.com/about/

Email us at hello@sportlaw.ca or contact us on LinkedIn, to let us know what you want us to discuss next. We want to hear from you! Stay tuned for new episodes every two weeks!

Hosts: Dina Bell-Laroche 

Producer: Robin Witty

Learn more about how Sport Law works in collaboration with sport leaders to elevate sport at sportlaw.ca

The Sportopia Podcast is recorded on the traditional, ancestral and unceded territories of the Indigenous Peoples of Canada. We wish to thank these First Peoples who continue to live on these lands and care for them, and whose relationship with these lands existed from time immemorial. We are grateful to have the opportunity to live, work, and play on these lands. 

Sport Law is committed to recognizing, supporting, and advocating for reconciliation in Canada and to actively work against colonialism by amplifying Indigenous voices and increasing our own understanding of local Indigenous people and their cultures.

Episode Notes

Welcome to Sportopia, the place to re-imagine the future of sport! This week, hosts Dina Bell-Laroche and Steve Indig welcome Mark McGuire a former professional European athlete and coach, a Coaching Association of Canada Learning Facilitator, an Ontario Minor Hockey Association Course Conductor and Executive Director of Give and Go Sports Education. Mark shares the purpose of his advocacy group, which highlights the benefits of seasonal multisport for kids.

Check out the links below to learn more about the topic:

• https://giveandgosport.ca
• https://sportlaw.ca/heres-hoping-for-healthy-human-sport-in-2024/

Email us at hello@sportlaw.ca or contact us on LinkedIn, to let us know what you want us to discuss next. We want to hear from you! Stay tuned for new episodes every two weeks!

Hosts: Dina Bell-Laroche and Steven Indig

Producer: Robin Witty

Learn more about how Sport Law works in collaboration with sport leaders to elevate sport at sportlaw.ca

The Sportopia Podcast is recorded on the traditional, ancestral and unceded territories of the Indigenous Peoples of Canada. We wish to thank these First Peoples who continue to live on these lands and care for them, and whose relationship with these lands existed from time immemorial. We are grateful to have the opportunity to live, work, and play on these lands. 

Sport Law is committed to recognizing, supporting, and advocating for reconciliation in Canada and to actively work against colonialism by amplifying Indigenous voices and increasing our own understanding of local Indigenous people and their cultures.

Welcome to Sportopia, the place to re-imagine the future of sport! This week, host Dina Bell-Laroche welcomes guest Cara Button to the show. Cara is the Senior National Manager of Game Plan, a total athlete wellness program that provides holistic support to national team athletes. Listen in to learn more about how the program continues to meet the changing needs of athletes, during and after their high-performance careers.

Check out the links below to learn more about the topic:

• https://sportlaw.ca/news-item/read-dina-bell-laroches-latest-blog-the-cost-of-doing-good-athlete-activists-pay-the-price/
• https://sportlaw.ca/how-learning-from-others-can-help-to-ensure-safer-sport-practices/
  

Email us at hello@sportlaw.ca or contact us on LinkedIn, to let us know what you want us to discuss next. We want to hear from you! Stay tuned for new episodes every two weeks!

Hosts: Dina Bell-Laroche and Steven Indig

Producer: Robin Witty

Learn more about how Sport Law works in collaboration with sport leaders to elevate sport at sportlaw.ca

The Sportopia Podcast is recorded on the traditional, ancestral and unceded territories of the Indigenous Peoples of Canada. We wish to thank these First Peoples who continue to live on these lands and care for them, and whose relationship with these lands existed from time immemorial. We are grateful to have the opportunity to live, work, and play on these lands. 

Sport Law is committed to recognizing, supporting, and advocating for reconciliation in Canada and to actively work against colonialism by amplifying Indigenous voices and increasing our own understanding of local Indigenous people and their cultures.

Welcome to Sportopia, the place to re-imagine the future of sport! This week, hosts Steve Indig and Will Russell are joined by special guest, Ron Yeung, Head of Domestic Development and 3x3 Development with Canada Basketball. In this episode the three discuss how Canada Basketball aligned programs with their PTSOs to improve capacity and program delivery.

Check out the links below to learn more about the topic:

• https://sportlaw.ca/thinking-about-governance-reform-here-are-some-questions-to-get-you-started/
• https://sportlaw.ca/governance-gremlins-threatens-sports-ability-to-thrive/
• https://sportlaw.ca/inspired-governance-a-way-forward-for-sport-leaders/

Email us at hello@sportlaw.ca or contact us on LinkedIn, to let us know what you want us to discuss next. We want to hear from you! Stay tuned for new episodes every two weeks!

Hosts: Dina Bell-Laroche and Steven Indig

Producer: Robin Witty

Learn more about how Sport Law works in collaboration with sport leaders to elevate sport at sportlaw.ca

The Sportopia Podcast is recorded on the traditional, ancestral and unceded territories of the Indigenous Peoples of Canada. We wish to thank these First Peoples who continue to live on these lands and care for them, and whose relationship with these lands existed from time immemorial. We are grateful to have the opportunity to live, work, and play on these lands. 

Sport Law is committed to recognizing, supporting, and advocating for reconciliation in Canada and to actively work against colonialism by amplifying Indigenous voices and increasing our own understanding of local Indigenous people and their cultures.

Welcome to Sportopia, the place to re-imagine the future of sport! This week, hosts Dina Bell-Laroche and Steve Indig welcome Andrea Carey, a certified Inclusion Professional and Founder and Chief Inclusion Officer of INclusion INcorporated. Listen in as Andrea shares the key elements of creating an inclusive sport environment.

Check out the links below to learn more about the topic:

• https://sportlaw.ca/diversity-inclusion-and-belonging/
• https://sportlaw.ca/news-item/read-lauren-bretts-latest-blog-from-sport-law-if-we-create-great-leaders-well-create-great-sport/

Email us at hello@sportlaw.ca or contact us on LinkedIn, to let us know what you want us to discuss next. We want to hear from you! Stay tuned for new episodes every two weeks!

Hosts: Dina Bell-Laroche and Steven Indig

Producer: Robin Witty

Learn more about how Sport Law works in collaboration with sport leaders to elevate sport at sportlaw.ca

The Sportopia Podcast is recorded on the traditional, ancestral and unceded territories of the Indigenous Peoples of Canada. We wish to thank these First Peoples who continue to live on these lands and care for them, and whose relationship with these lands existed from time immemorial. We are grateful to have the opportunity to live, work, and play on these lands. 

Sport Law is committed to recognizing, supporting, and advocating for reconciliation in Canada and to actively work against colonialism by amplifying Indigenous voices and increasing our own understanding of local Indigenous people and their cultures.

Welcome to Sportopia, the place to re-imagine the future of sport! This week, hosts Dina Bell-Laroche and Steve Indig welcome Cody McKay, competitive cyclist and founder of Project Heart. In the podcast Cody shares his life altering journey, what inspired him to launch Project Heart, and his vision for how sport can be a catalyst for heart health. 

Check out the links below to learn more about the topic:

• Blog - https://dinabelllaroche.substack.com/p/heart-to-heart
• Website – www.project-heart.ca

Email us at hello@sportlaw.ca or contact us on LinkedIn, to let us know what you want us to discuss next. We want to hear from you! Stay tuned for new episodes every two weeks!

Hosts: Dina Bell-Laroche and Steven Indig

Producer: Robin Witty

Learn more about how Sport Law works in collaboration with sport leaders to elevate sport at sportlaw.ca

The Sportopia Podcast is recorded on the traditional, ancestral and unceded territories of the Indigenous Peoples of Canada. We wish to thank these First Peoples who continue to live on these lands and care for them, and whose relationship with these lands existed from time immemorial. We are grateful to have the opportunity to live, work, and play on these lands. 

Sport Law is committed to recognizing, supporting, and advocating for reconciliation in Canada and to actively work against colonialism by amplifying Indigenous voices and increasing our own understanding of local Indigenous people and their cultures.

Welcome to Sportopia, the place to re-imagine the future of sport! This week, hosts Dina Bell-Laroche and Steve Indig welcome special guest, Philippe Marquis. Philippe is a two-time Olympian, Chair of the Canadian Olympic Committee athletes' commission and a Freestyle Next Gen Coach. In the podcast Philippe shares some of the challenges and benefits of transitioning from Athlete to Coach as well as how his experiences as an athlete shape his approach to coaching.

Check out the links below to learn more about the topic:

• Blog - If we create great leaders we’ll create great sport
• Blog – The Cost of Doing Good – Athlete Activists Pay the Price
• Blog –Here’s Hoping for a Healthy Human Sport in 2024

Email us at hello@sportlaw.ca or contact us on LinkedIn, to let us know what you want us to discuss next. We want to hear from you! Stay tuned for new episodes every two weeks!

Hosts: Dina Bell-Laroche and Steven Indig

Producer: Robin Witty

Learn more about how Sport Law works in collaboration with sport leaders to elevate sport at sportlaw.ca

The Sportopia Podcast is recorded on the traditional, ancestral and unceded territories of the Indigenous Peoples of Canada. We wish to thank these First Peoples who continue to live on these lands and care for them, and whose relationship with these lands existed from time immemorial. We are grateful to have the opportunity to live, work, and play on these lands. 

Sport Law is committed to recognizing, supporting, and advocating for reconciliation in Canada and to actively work against colonialism by amplifying Indigenous voices and increasing our own understanding of local Indigenous people and their cultures.

Welcome to Sportopia, the place to re-imagine the future of sport! This week, hosts Dina Bell-Laroche and Steve Indig welcome Sport Law team member, Certified Parliamentarian, and risk management specialist, Jason Robinson to the podcast. Jason provides a refreshing and insightful way for sport leaders to mitigate and manage risks by aligning leadership decisions with organizational values and strategic goals. Learn from one of Canada’s leading experts on how you can adopt a holistic risk management approach to strengthen your organization’s decision-making.  

Check out the links below to learn more about the topic:

• Blog - Smart Tips for Risk Management
• Blog - Manage your Risks by Managing by Values
• Blog - Managing Risks Makes Good Business Sense
• Blog - Managing Risk Through Purposeful Communication
• Blog - International Team Travel and Preparing for Risks Across Borders
• Flyer - Risk Management – A Guide for Services
• Flyer - Risk Management Workshop

Email us at hello@sportlaw.ca or contact us on LinkedIn, to let us know what you want us to discuss next. We want to hear from you! Stay tuned for new episodes every two weeks!

Hosts: Dina Bell-Laroche and Steven Indig

Producer: Robin Witty

Learn more about how Sport Law works in collaboration with sport leaders to elevate sport at sportlaw.ca

The Sportopia Podcast is recorded on the traditional, ancestral and unceded territories of the Indigenous Peoples of Canada. We wish to thank these First Peoples who continue to live on these lands and care for them, and whose relationship with these lands existed from time immemorial. We are grateful to have the opportunity to live, work, and play on these lands. 

Sport Law is committed to recognizing, supporting, and advocating for reconciliation in Canada and to actively work against colonialism by amplifying Indigenous voices and increasing our own understanding of local Indigenous people and their cultures.

Welcome to Sportopia, the place to re-imagine the future of sport! This week, hosts Dina Bell-Laroche and Steve Indig welcome 3-time Olympian, Coach, Consultant, British Diplomat and author, Cath Bishop. Cath published, The Long Win, which was listed by the Financial Times as one of its Top Business books for 2020. Listen in as they discuss how Cath has been putting the “long win” principles into practice with The Athlete Project.

Check out the links below to learn more about the topic:

• cathbishop.com
• thelongwin.com
• Sport must step up and be part of the social revolution to reach ‘lost boys’ | Gareth Southgate | The Guardian

Email us at hello@sportlaw.ca or contact us on LinkedIn, to let us know what you want us to discuss next. We want to hear from you! Stay tuned for new episodes every two weeks!

Hosts: Dina Bell-Laroche and Steven Indig

Producer: Robin Witty

Learn more about how Sport Law works in collaboration with sport leaders to elevate sport at sportlaw.ca

The Sportopia Podcast is recorded on the traditional, ancestral and unceded territories of the Indigenous Peoples of Canada. We wish to thank these First Peoples who continue to live on these lands and care for them, and whose relationship with these lands existed from time immemorial. We are grateful to have the opportunity to live, work, and play on these lands. 

Sport Law is committed to recognizing, supporting, and advocating for reconciliation in Canada and to actively work against colonialism by amplifying Indigenous voices and increasing our own understanding of local Indigenous people and their cultures.

Welcome to Sportopia, the place to re-imagine the future of sport! This week, host Dina Bell-Laroche welcomes clinical psychologist, Dr. Heather Wheeler, to talk about mental health and grief and loss support for athletes. Listen in as they discuss how athletes can learn to manage difficult emotions, communicate their needs, and navigate experiences of grief that naturally arise after loss.

Check out this blog to learn more about the topic:

• https://sportlaw.ca/the-cost-of-doing-good-athlete-activists-pay-the-price/
• https://sportlaw.ca/engaging-athletes-the-value-of-involving-your-most-underrated-stakeholder/

Email us at hello@sportlaw.ca or contact us on LinkedIn , to let us know what you want us to discuss next. We want to hear from you! Stay tuned for new episodes every two weeks!

Host: Dina Bell-Laroche

Producer: Robin Witty

Learn more about how Sport Law works in collaboration with sport leaders to elevate sport at sportlaw.ca

The Sportopia Podcast is recorded on the traditional, ancestral and unceded territories of the Indigenous Peoples of Canada. We wish to thank these First Peoples who continue to live on these lands and care for them, and whose relationship with these lands existed from time immemorial. We are grateful to have the opportunity to live, work, and play on these lands. 

Sport Law is committed to recognizing, supporting, and advocating for reconciliation in Canada and to actively work against colonialism by amplifying Indigenous voices and increasing our own understanding of local Indigenous people and their cultures.

Welcome to Sportopia, the place to re-imagine the future of sport! This week, host Dina Bell-Laroche interviews Sport Law partner, Steve Indig, and Team Members, Will Russell and Greg Gilhooly on their experience of with the Future of Sport Commission. This podcast, explores our views on what needs to happen to modernize the sport system and our hope for a healthier vision for Sport 2.0.

Check out these blogs to learn more about the topic:

• https://sportlaw.ca/re-imagining-sport/
• https://sportlaw.ca/re-imagining-sport-the-conversation-continues/
• https://sportlaw.ca/re-imagining-sport-part-3/

Email us at hello@sportlaw.ca or contact us on LinkedIn , to let us know what you want us to discuss next. We want to hear from you! Stay tuned for new episodes every two weeks!

Host: Dina Bell-Laroche and Steven Indig

Producer: Robin Witty

Learn more about how Sport Law works in collaboration with sport leaders to elevate sport at sportlaw.ca

The Sportopia Podcast is recorded on the traditional, ancestral and unceded territories of the Indigenous Peoples of Canada. We wish to thank these First Peoples who continue to live on these lands and care for them, and whose relationship with these lands existed from time immemorial. We are grateful to have the opportunity to live, work, and play on these lands. 

Sport Law is committed to recognizing, supporting, and advocating for reconciliation in Canada and to actively work against colonialism by amplifying Indigenous voices and increasing our own understanding of local Indigenous people and their cultures.

Welcome to Sportopia, the place to re-imagine the future of sport! This week, hosts Dina Bell-Laroche and Steve Indig, are pleased to have Ed Blomeley, the Adjunct Professor & Coordinator, of Sport Business Management at Algonquin College join them for an engaging conversation. Ed is a fan of our podcast and has incorporated it into the classroom as a way of engaging his students in important conversations on the Canadian sport system.

Email us at hello@sportlaw.ca or contact us on LinkedIn, to let us know what you want us to discuss next. We want to hear from you! Stay tuned for new episodes every two weeks!

Host: Dina Bell-Laroche and Steven Indig

Producer: Robin Witty

Learn more about how Sport Law works in collaboration with sport leaders to elevate sport at sportlaw.ca

The Sportopia Podcast is recorded on the traditional, ancestral and unceded territories of the Indigenous Peoples of Canada. We wish to thank these First Peoples who continue to live on these lands and care for them, and whose relationship with these lands existed from time immemorial. We are grateful to have the opportunity to live, work, and play on these lands. 

Sport Law is committed to recognizing, supporting, and advocating for reconciliation in Canada and to actively work against colonialism by amplifying Indigenous voices and increasing our own understanding of local Indigenous people and their cultures.

Welcome to Sportopia, the place to re-imagine the future of sport! This week, hosts Dina Bell-Laroche and Steve Indig interview Matt Young, the Managing Partner of FSQ Consulting and a champion for a truly athlete centered sport experience. Matt and his team are globally recognized experts in the activation of physical literacy and have created several programs to prevent the alarming attrition rate in youth sport. Listen in as the trio discusses the importance of modernizing sport governance to support a healthier and more inclusive sport environment for everyone.

Check out this blog to learn more about the topic:

• https://fsqsport.com/matt-young/
• https://sportlaw.ca/towards-sport-2-0-a-renaissance-for-canadian-sport-part-2/
• https://sportlaw.ca/towards-sport-2-0-a-renaissance-for-canadian-sport/

Email us at hello@sportlaw.ca or contact us on LinkedIN , to let us know what you want us to discuss next. We want to hear from you! Stay tuned for new episodes every two weeks!

Hosts: Dina Bell-Laroche & Steven Indig

Producer: Robin Witty

Learn more about how Sport Law works in collaboration with sport leaders to elevate sport at sportlaw.ca

The Sportopia Podcast is recorded on the traditional, ancestral and unceded territories of the Indigenous Peoples of Canada. We wish to thank these First Peoples who continue to live on these lands and care for them, and whose relationship with these lands existed from time immemorial. We are grateful to have the opportunity to live, work, and play on these lands. 

Sport Law is committed to recognizing, supporting, and advocating for reconciliation in Canada and to actively work against colonialism by amplifying Indigenous voices and increasing our own understanding of local Indigenous people and their cultures.