Dr. Heather Mair and PhD candidate Laura Leitch have recently been involved in major curling events, including the Scotties Tournament of Hearts, the Montana Brier, and the World Curling Championships. Their work focuses on how curling can become more inclusive and accessible, with particular attention to community-level experiences and participation.
By conducting research and knowledge sharing in these high-profile settings they are helping connect elite sport environments with broader community sport development. Their work speaks to ongoing conversations around equity, accessibility, and belonging in sport.
Overall, their contributions highlight the important role researchers play in shaping more inclusive sport systems and offer valuable insights into how sports like curling can better serve diverse communities.
To learn more about this work, explore Partners Transforming Curling.
