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Canadian women and girls continue to face barriers to full participation and representation in the Canadian sport system.
Lacrosse is a new addition to the sports program for the Los Angeles 2028 Olympic Games. The Haudenosaunee Nationals Lacrosse Team (Haudenosaunee Nationals) has been advocating to be included as a competitor at the Los Angeles 2028 Olympic Games.
On Wednesday, December 6, 2023, during the Tribal Nations Summit, President Biden announced the United States Government’s support for the Haudenosaunee bid.
That same day, the Minister of Sport and Physical Activity also issued a statement supporting the Haudenosaunee’s bid for inclusion in the Los Angeles 2028 Olympic Games.
On February 15, 2024, the Prime Minister also expressed his support of the Haudenosaunee’s efforts via social media channels.
Budget 2024 announced four initiatives for sport in Canada. They are: The Future of Sport in Canada Commission; additional funding for the Athlete Assistance Program; supporting community sport programming to reduce barriers to participation; and, creating a safer and more welcoming sport environment.
Deputy Prime Minister and Finance Minister tabled the federal Budget on April 16, 2024.
Recent Government of Canada supports provided to sustain the festivals and live events sector.
Systemic Racism in Canada
Funding programs available for anti-racism and multiculturalism
Anti-Black Racism
Anti-Asian Racism
Antisemitism in Canada