Toronto, ON – September 26, 2024 – The Inclusion in Canadian Sports Network (ICSN) is thrilled to announce the official launch of the Play Fair: Anti-Racism in Sport Toolkit, now available for free download to all sports organizations, athletes, coaches, and individuals committed to fostering an inclusive environment for sport and play. In conjunction with this launch, ICSN has begun its Lunch & Learn series, aimed at providing further insights and discussions on anti-racism in sport to National, Provincial & Territorial, Multi-Sport Organizations, Municipalities, Grassroot Sport and Third-Party Sport Organizations.
The Play Fair Toolkit is a comprehensive resource designed to combat racism within the sports community. It equips users with practical strategies, educational materials, and actionable steps to help identify and dismantle racist practices. By fostering awareness and promoting dialogue, this toolkit is essential for creating a more equitable and inclusive sport culture across Canada.
“Our vision is for every individual in sports to feel welcomed and valued, and the Play Fair Toolkit is a powerful step toward achieving that,” said Shauna Bookal, President of ICSN. “We encourage sport organizations to utilize these resources and engage in our Lunch & Learn series to deepen their understanding of anti-racism efforts within their communities.”
The Play Fair Toolkit includes a variety of resources to support organizations in their anti-racism efforts. These tools are designed to empower organizations to take actionable steps toward creating inclusive environments. Some examples are:
- Anti-Racism Tools and Resources
- 2SLGBTQIA+ Inclusion Tools and Resourcesx
- Indigenous Truth and Reconciliation Tools and Resources
- Organization Self-Assessment
- Anti-Racism Action Plan and Policy Templates
- Inclusion and Belonging Survey
- Government Resources and Key Historical Facts about Anti-Black Racism in Canada
The Lunch & Learn series will feature expert facilitators and interactive discussions focusing on creating tangible solutions for diversity and inclusion in Canadian sport organizations. The sessions aim to support these organizations on educating and implementing strategies that will lead to positive change in the amateur sport community.
The Play Fair Toolkit was created in collaboration with a diverse group of experts and athletes who have firsthand experience with racism, including ICSN’s dedicated team: Dr. Clare Warner, Lysa Lowe, Moji Akande, Daria Jorquera Palmer, Laura McPhie, Mohamed Hassan, Danne Diamond, and Chris Mosier, along with our advisory committee. To learn more about the team behind the toolkit, click here.
The development of the Play Fair Toolkit was made possible through the Sport Support Program’s Gender Equity – Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion component, funded by Sport Canada.
To learn more and download the Play Fair: Anti-Racism in Sport Toolkit, please visit playfairtoolkit.ca or contact Lysa Lowe at toolkit@inclusionincanadiansports.ca.
About ICSN:
The Inclusion in Canadian Sports Network (ICSN), formerly known as The Black Canadian Coaches Association (BCCA), is a Black-led organization dedicated to empowering Black, Indigenous, and People of Colour (BIPOC) within the Canadian amateur sports community. Our mission focuses on celebration, advocacy through allyship, and networking, with a vision to cultivate a more racially diverse and inclusive Canadian sports landscape.
Toolkit Contact:
Lysa Lowe – ICSN Programs and Operations Manager
