Canadian High School Athletics and the Sof Continuing Gender Discrimination. Issue 1 (January 2013)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Clarke, Paul T.
• Is Part Of: International journal of educational reform. Volume 22:Issue 1(2013)
• Page Start: 49
• Page End: 75
• Publication Date: 2013-01
• Subjects: Educational change -- Periodicals; Educational change -- United States -- Periodicals; Education and state -- Periodicals; Education and state -- United States -- Periodicals; Education, Secondary -- Periodicals; Periodicals; 379
• DOI: 10.1177/105678791302200104
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 2631-9675

Abstract

In most Canadian jurisdictions, high school athletics are still governed by outdated and sexist views about participation. The author argues that the current approach is discriminatory and violates human rights laws. In addition, a careful analysis of the jurisprudence reveals a host of specious arguments that keeps athletically talented female athletes from competing with the males. A more progressive response to the current situation is required that embraces an ethic of inclusion and excellence.