Sportopia

Sport Law

The team at Sport Law is committed to uplifting the sector, and we want to do our part by offering candid conversations on the current state of sport and share our insights to better address issues related to governance, safe sport, leadership challenges, trends in human relations and so much more. Partners Steve Indig and Dina Bell-Laroche will be co-hosting the bi-weekly conversations, spending 30 minutes on topics affecting the sport sector with a view of leaving listeners more informed and confident to tackle some of the issues affecting sport. In addition, Sportopia will be a gathering place to invite other thought leaders who are committed to elevating the sport sector. The podcast is meant to answer burning questions from sport leaders, so we are inviting listeners to share ideas for future topics and to ask questions you’d like for us to tackle. Starting next week, listen and submit questions and comments via email and social media (@sportlawca) to have your say in conversations about healthy, human sport! For all the updates be sure to subscribe to our newsletter and follow us on social media! The Sportopia Podcast is recorded on the traditional, ancestral and unceded territories of the Indigenous Peoples of Canada. We wish to thank these First Peoples who continue to live on these lands and care for them, and whose relationship with these lands existed from time immemorial. We are grateful to have the opportunity to live, work, and play on these lands. Sport Law is committed to recognizing, supporting, and advocating for reconciliation in Canada and to actively work against colonialism by amplifying Indigenous voices and increasing our own understanding of local Indigenous peoples and their cultures. Please note: Some episodes may deal with potentially sensitive content that some may find difficult. If that is true for you, remember that you can reach out to a trusted advisor or a certified mental health professional. We also have resources on our website that you may find helpful.

  1. Episode 67 - Lessons on Leadership with Canoe Kayak Canada CEO, Casey Wade

    1D AGO

    Episode 67 - Lessons on Leadership with Canoe Kayak Canada CEO, Casey Wade

    Episode Notes This week, hosts Dina Bell-Laroche and Steve Indig kick off the Lessons on Leadership Series with Casey Wade, CEO of Canoe Kayak Canada for the last 12 years.  Prior to that, Casey was the Director of Education and Planning at WADA and the Director of Drug-Free Sport at the CCES. Listen in as Casey shares the realities of leading in a complex, volatile and uncertain environment and his commitment to bring a humanistic approach to help people succeed. Check out the links below to learn more about the topic: Casey Wade’s LinkedIn Lauren Brett’s Blog – If we Create Great Leaders, We’ll Create Great Sport Values in Action Email us at hello@sportlaw.ca or contact us on LinkedIn, to let us know what you want us to discuss next. We want to hear from you! Stay tuned for new episodes every two weeks! Hosts: Dina Bell-Laroche and Steven Indig Producers: Robin Witty and Colleen Coderre Learn more about how Sport Law works in collaboration with sport leaders to elevate sport at sportlaw.ca The Sportopia Podcast is recorded on the traditional, ancestral and unceded territories of the Indigenous Peoples of Canada. We wish to thank these First Peoples who continue to live on these lands and care for them, and whose relationship with these lands existed from time immemorial. We are grateful to have the opportunity to live, work, and play on these lands.  Sport Law is committed to recognizing, supporting, and advocating for reconciliation in Canada and to actively work against colonialism by amplifying Indigenous voices and increasing our own understanding of local Indigenous people and their cultures.

    36 min
  2. Episode 66: Strengthened Relationships: fostering positive and productive Board and CEO alliances

    FEB 12

    Episode 66: Strengthened Relationships: fostering positive and productive Board and CEO alliances

    Episode Notes This week, hosts Dina Bell-Laroche and Steve Indig discuss the importance of maintaining a healthy relationship between senior staff and volunteer Directors. Some of the most challenging aspects of leading is to ensure that decision-makers have a shared vision of where the organization is heading, a common sense of purpose and collective values that reflect who we’re serving. One of the ways to mitigate the risk of conflict between the CEO and their Board is to have a clear understanding of their respective roles and responsibilities. Check out the links below to learn more about the topic: https://sportlaw.ca/clarifying-roles-for-greater-success/ https://sportlaw.ca/towards-generative-governance/ Email us at hello@sportlaw.ca or contact us on LinkedIn, to let us know what you want us to discuss next. We want to hear from you! Stay tuned for new episodes every two weeks! Hosts: Dina Bell-Laroche and Steven Indig Producer: Robin Witty Learn more about how Sport Law works in collaboration with sport leaders to elevate sport at sportlaw.ca The Sportopia Podcast is recorded on the traditional, ancestral and unceded territories of the Indigenous Peoples of Canada. We wish to thank these First Peoples who continue to live on these lands and care for them, and whose relationship with these lands existed from time immemorial. We are grateful to have the opportunity to live, work, and play on these lands.  Sport Law is committed to recognizing, supporting, and advocating for reconciliation in Canada and to actively work against colonialism by amplifying Indigenous voices and increasing our own understanding of local Indigenous people and their cultures.

    30 min
  3. Episode 65: Elevating Governance Training

    JAN 29

    Episode 65: Elevating Governance Training

    Episode Notes This week, hosts Dina Bell-Laroche and Steve Indig discuss the pressure leaders face to govern with confidence in an increasingly complex sport environment. Beyond some of our practical tips, we share how Governance Essentials, our recently updated online training program, helps Directors and leaders bridge the knowledge gap to ensure they lead responsibly and ethically. Check out the links below to learn more about the topic: New Governance Essential Learning site Original 2022 launch blog for Governance Essentials Email us at hello@sportlaw.ca or contact us on LinkedIn, to let us know what you want us to discuss next. We want to hear from you! Stay tuned for new episodes every two weeks! Hosts: Dina Bell-Laroche and Steven Indig Producer: Robin Witty Learn more about how Sport Law works in collaboration with sport leaders to elevate sport at sportlaw.ca The Sportopia Podcast is recorded on the traditional, ancestral and unceded territories of the Indigenous Peoples of Canada. We wish to thank these First Peoples who continue to live on these lands and care for them, and whose relationship with these lands existed from time immemorial. We are grateful to have the opportunity to live, work, and play on these lands.  Sport Law is committed to recognizing, supporting, and advocating for reconciliation in Canada and to actively work against colonialism by amplifying Indigenous voices and increasing our own understanding of local Indigenous people and their cultures.

    32 min
  4. Episode 64: Generation Safe

    JAN 15

    Episode 64: Generation Safe

    Episode Notes This week, hosts Dina Bell-Laroche and Steve Indig welcome Safe Sport advocate Allison Forsyth. Allison is a two-time Olympian, a survivor of sexual abuse in sport and the founder of Generation Safe, an organization devoted to shifting the culture of sport through education and training. Listen in as Allison shares her insights on making sport a healthier place for her kids and yours. Check out the links below to learn more about the topic: Allison Forsyth - LinkedIN Generation Safe From Varsity Athlete to Lawyer: Insights on Safe Sport in Universities and Colleges (Sport Law Blog by Angie Bellehumeur) Sportopia Podcast Epside 26: Taking our Safe Sport commitments to the next level Email us at hello@sportlaw.ca or contact us on LinkedIn, to let us know what you want us to discuss next. We want to hear from you! Stay tuned for new episodes every two weeks! Hosts: Dina Bell-Laroche and Steven Indig Producer: Robin Witty Learn more about how Sport Law works in collaboration with sport leaders to elevate sport at sportlaw.ca The Sportopia Podcast is recorded on the traditional, ancestral and unceded territories of the Indigenous Peoples of Canada. We wish to thank these First Peoples who continue to live on these lands and care for them, and whose relationship with these lands existed from time immemorial. We are grateful to have the opportunity to live, work, and play on these lands.  Sport Law is committed to recognizing, supporting, and advocating for reconciliation in Canada and to actively work against colonialism by amplifying Indigenous voices and increasing our own understanding of local Indigenous people and their cultures.

    43 min
  5. 2025-12-16

    Episode 63: Lessons on Leadership

    Episode Notes This week, hosts Dina Bell-Laroche and Steve Indig introduce a new podcast theme called Lessons on Leadership. They’ve had the privilege of connecting with incredible speakers over the past few years and thought it would be helpful for our listeners to learn from some of sport’s most inspiring leaders. In this episode, Dina and Steve share their views on leadership to kick start the conversation. Check out the links below to learn more about the topic: Dina Bell-Laroche (LinkedIN) Steve Indig (LinkedIN) Email us at hello@sportlaw.ca or contact us on LinkedIn, to let us know what you want us to discuss next. We want to hear from you! Stay tuned for new episodes every two weeks! Hosts: Dina Bell-Laroche and Steven Indig Producer: Robin Witty Learn more about how Sport Law works in collaboration with sport leaders to elevate sport at sportlaw.ca The Sportopia Podcast is recorded on the traditional, ancestral and unceded territories of the Indigenous Peoples of Canada. We wish to thank these First Peoples who continue to live on these lands and care for them, and whose relationship with these lands existed from time immemorial. We are grateful to have the opportunity to live, work, and play on these lands.  Sport Law is committed to recognizing, supporting, and advocating for reconciliation in Canada and to actively work against colonialism by amplifying Indigenous voices and increasing our own understanding of local Indigenous people and their cultures.

    35 min
  6. Episode 61: The case for supporting officials

    2025-11-18

    Episode 61: The case for supporting officials

    This week, hosts Dina Bell-Laroche and Steve Indig welcome Guy Bradbury, is an international instructor, educator and Olympic referee in volleyball and the creator of RefereeCoaching.com. Prior to that Guy was the CEO of the Ontario Soccer Association, and GM and COO of the Sport Alliance of Ontario. Guy brings a wealth of information to the podcast this week as we discuss the challenges facing referees and the vital importance of supporting and recruiting the next generation of officials. Check out the links below to learn more about the topic: Guy Bradbury - LinkedIn com Email us at hello@sportlaw.ca or contact us on LinkedIn, to let us know what you want us to discuss next. We want to hear from you! Stay tuned for new episodes every two weeks! Hosts: Dina Bell-Laroche and Steven Indig Producer: Robin Witty Learn more about how Sport Law works in collaboration with sport leaders to elevate sport at sportlaw.ca The Sportopia Podcast is recorded on the traditional, ancestral and unceded territories of the Indigenous Peoples of Canada. We wish to thank these First Peoples who continue to live on these lands and care for them, and whose relationship with these lands existed from time immemorial. We are grateful to have the opportunity to live, work, and play on these lands.  Sport Law is committed to recognizing, supporting, and advocating for reconciliation in Canada and to actively work against colonialism by amplifying Indigenous voices and increasing our own understanding of local Indigenous people and their cultures.

    34 min
  7. Episode 60: Supporting healthy and humanistic transitions

    2025-11-04

    Episode 60: Supporting healthy and humanistic transitions

    Episode Notes This week, hosts Dina Bell-Laroche and Steve Indig welcome Karen Dommett. Karen has extensive experience in sports administration, including GM of the 2024 Special Olympics Canada Winter Games, and Manager of Athlete services for the 2019 Canada Winter Games. Most recently Karen has been chosen as the Executive Director of the 2026 Grey Cup. Listen in as they introduce ways to honour team members who have passed through remembrance ceremonies and how Karen is bringing a loss informed perspective in her role as a leader. Navigating life transitions is made easier when we have the knowledge and the courage to act in alignment with our values. Check out the links below to learn more about the topic: https://sportlaw.ca/towards-sport-2-0-a-renaissance-for-canadian-sport/ https://sportlaw.ca/from-efforting-to-activating-reframing-through-the-min-max-principle/ https://sportlaw.ca/emotionally-intelligent-leaders-ways-to-unleash-your-organizations-full-leadership-potential/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/karen-dommett/ Email us at hello@sportlaw.ca or contact us on LinkedIn, to let us know what you want us to discuss next. We want to hear from you! Stay tuned for new episodes every two weeks! Hosts: Dina Bell-Laroche and Steven Indig Producer: Robin Witty Learn more about how Sport Law works in collaboration with sport leaders to elevate sport at sportlaw.ca The Sportopia Podcast is recorded on the traditional, ancestral and unceded territories of the Indigenous Peoples of Canada. We wish to thank these First Peoples who continue to live on these lands and care for them, and whose relationship with these lands existed from time immemorial. We are grateful to have the opportunity to live, work, and play on these lands.  Sport Law is committed to recognizing, supporting, and advocating for reconciliation in Canada and to actively work against colonialism by amplifying Indigenous voices and increasing our own understanding of local Indigenous people and their cultures.

    44 min

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The team at Sport Law is committed to uplifting the sector, and we want to do our part by offering candid conversations on the current state of sport and share our insights to better address issues related to governance, safe sport, leadership challenges, trends in human relations and so much more. Partners Steve Indig and Dina Bell-Laroche will be co-hosting the bi-weekly conversations, spending 30 minutes on topics affecting the sport sector with a view of leaving listeners more informed and confident to tackle some of the issues affecting sport. In addition, Sportopia will be a gathering place to invite other thought leaders who are committed to elevating the sport sector. The podcast is meant to answer burning questions from sport leaders, so we are inviting listeners to share ideas for future topics and to ask questions you’d like for us to tackle. Starting next week, listen and submit questions and comments via email and social media (@sportlawca) to have your say in conversations about healthy, human sport! For all the updates be sure to subscribe to our newsletter and follow us on social media! The Sportopia Podcast is recorded on the traditional, ancestral and unceded territories of the Indigenous Peoples of Canada. We wish to thank these First Peoples who continue to live on these lands and care for them, and whose relationship with these lands existed from time immemorial. We are grateful to have the opportunity to live, work, and play on these lands. Sport Law is committed to recognizing, supporting, and advocating for reconciliation in Canada and to actively work against colonialism by amplifying Indigenous voices and increasing our own understanding of local Indigenous peoples and their cultures. Please note: Some episodes may deal with potentially sensitive content that some may find difficult. If that is true for you, remember that you can reach out to a trusted advisor or a certified mental health professional. We also have resources on our website that you may find helpful.