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Black Youth Athletes with Concussion History
This study aims to better understand how race, culture, and community may shape concussion experiences, injury recognition, recovery, and return to sport processes among Black athletes aged 15 to 24. The goal of this research is to inform more equitable and culturally appropriate concussion care and resources.
Open to individuals who:
- Have participated in any sport
- Experienced in a sport-related concussion within the last year
- Have been cleared to return to school
- Identify as black
- Are 15-24 years of age
This research is being conducted through Brock University’s Injury Prevention Clinical Intervention Implementation Science Lab, and eligible participants will complete a short survey about their experiences. Select participants may also be asked to participate in a follow-up interview. If you are interested in participating in the study, scan the QR code or click the survey link. For any questions or concerns, please contact the investigators, Dr. Amanda Black and Nicola Odu, via email at i3lab@brocku.ca.
To Risk, or Not to Risk? Exploring the Notion of Safety in Canadian Sport from Policy to Person
This study is is exploring the various experiences and perceptions of safety and/or risk in grassroots level rugby in Canada.
Open to:
- Athletes
- Coaches
- Parents
- Match Officials
- Volunteers
University of Guelph’s International Institute for Sport Business and Leadership
The International Institute for Sport Business and Leadership (IISBL) at the University of Guelph is conducting a research study to explore how Canadian rugby fans and players engage with the sport through participation, fandom, and consumer behaviour, and how this engagement supports rugby growth across Canada. The study aims to provide valuable insights to help rugby organizations, sponsors, and policymakers better understand and support the rugby community.
We are inviting members of your rugby community, including players, fans, coaches, or supporters, to complete a brief online survey. The survey takes about 12–15 minutes and is entirely anonymous.
Participation is voluntary, and individuals can withdraw at any time before submitting the survey by simply closing their browser. No personal identifying information will be collected. The only criteria for participating in this survey are that individuals must be 18 years of age or older, reside in Canada or be a Canadian citizen, and have engaged with or followed rugby, through watching or participating, at least once within the past 18 months.
The Research Ethics Board has reviewed this project for compliance with federal guidelines for research involving human participants (REB #2317).
