Safe sport, Canada Games and the renewal of the Canadian Sport Policy were the focus of weekend meetings of the federal, provincial and territorial ministers responsible for sport, physical activity and recreation in Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island.

Tourism, Heritage and Culture Minister Tammy Scott-Wallace attended the conference and discussed sport safety issues, including updates on the New Brunswick Safe Sport Dispute Resolution Program, safe sport policies, as well as the Canada Games and issues related to concussions.

The meeting was held in anticipation of the Canada Games, which opened over the weekend. At the meeting, the ministers confirmed that lacrosse, the national summer sport of Canada, would be added to the Canada Games beginning in 2025.

Progress on the renewal of the Canadian Sport Policy was also discussed and the ministers received an update on the consultation process. The updated policy, which is set to be renewed this year, will be in effect until 2033.

The ministers agreed to strengthen their 2019 commitment to increase the participation of women and girls in sport and ensure it remains a priority. Scott-Wallace reaffirmed New Brunswick’s commitment to investing in various organizations that promote, mentor and provide programming to further the participation of women and girls in sports.