Girls Forward Foundation is excited to announce that our Call for Nominations to the Board of Directors is now open! As Canada’s leading organization dedicated to empowering girls through sport and physical activity, Girls Forward Foundation is reimagining what our…
In this edition, we catch up on how the always-electric Canadian tennis tournament, the National Bank Open, is playing out so far, including their gender equity initiatives and highlighting break-out Canadian tennis star Victoria Mboko. We also take a look…
We are thrilled to announce the next feature in our ongoing blog series, Breaking Barriers: Women Who Lead. Throughout 2025, we will highlight various women leaders who advocate for gender equity, believe in the power of sport, and continue to…
Kaitlyn from Girls Forward recently attended the WNBA’s 2025 All Star in Indianapolis, Indiana this past weekend. Here are her takeaways from the weekend: EVENTS AND ACTIVATIONS: I feel incredibly fortunate to have attended WNBA All Star for…
In this edition, we catch up on Canadian soccer player Olivia Smith’s record-breaking transfer deal. We also take a look at Hockey Canada’s latest participation numbers for girls in the sport, and two newly announced documentaries highlighting Canadian women athletes.…
We are thrilled to announce the next feature in our ongoing blog series, Breaking Barriers: Women Who Lead. Throughout 2025, we will highlight various women leaders who advocate for gender equity, believe in the power of sport, and continue to…
In this edition, we catch up on McGill University’s latest commitment to women’s sports, this time advancing research and sports science for women athletes. We also take a look at the Canadian Women’s National Team and Toronto Tempo’s Pride Month…
We are thrilled to announce the return of our blog series, Breaking Barriers: Women Who Lead. Throughout 2025, we will highlight various women leaders who advocate for gender equity, believe in the power of sport, and continue to support and…
When we watch sports, we don’t just see athletes: we see stories, role models, and possibilities. But for too long, the stories that dominate sports media have left many girls sitting on the sidelines, unsure if there’s a place for…
In this edition, we catch up on a women's tackle football league that's setting its sights on Canada, with plans to create a Canadian division. We also take a look at the results of the PWHL expansion draft for the…