Government of Canada
withholding funding relating to suspended Canada Soccer officials
for the duration of their FIFA sanction
PARIS, July 28,
2024 /CNW/ - Using a drone to surveil another team
during a closed practice is cheating. It is completely unfair to
Canadian players and to opposing teams. It undermines the integrity
of the game itself.
The Government of Canada is
aware of the decision made by the FIFA Appeal Committee. Given that
the Women's Program receives funding from Sport Canada, we are
withholding funding relating to suspended Canada Soccer officials
for the duration of their FIFA sanction.
There is a deeply concerning pattern of behaviour at Canada
Soccer. We must, and will, get to the bottom of this. The
Government of Canada will closely
monitor the investigation and outcomes of the Canada Soccer process
that is underway. The Future of Sport in Canada Commission is also underway which will
make recommendations to the Government on improvements to the
Canadian sport system.
This issue has caused significant distraction and embarrassment
for Team Canada and all Canadians here in Paris and at home. It is deeply
regrettable. As events continue to unfold on this issue, I
encourage Canadians to cheer on all our incredible Olympic
athletes. They have worked hard and deserve our unwavering
support. We have 14 days of exciting sport ahead of us. Go
Canada Go!"
Associated Links
Sport Canada – Paris 2024 Olympic and Paralympic Games
Canadian Olympic Committee – Paris 2024
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