Question Period Note: Concussions in sport

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Reference number:
PCH-2024-QP00018
Date received:
Apr 25, 2024
Organization:
Canadian Heritage
Name of Minister:
St-Onge, Pascale (Hon.)
Title of Minister:
Minister of Sport

Issue/Question:

Concussions in sport

Suggested Response:

Concussions in sport are a serious public health issue due to their frequency of occurrence and their negative consequences on brain health.

Background:

Sport Canada and the Public Health Agency of Canada (PHAC) have been collaborating and sharing responsibilities related to concussions since 2015.

Additional Information:

None