Skate Canada has been great on these issues — inclusion in general across the board, Weaver said. In recent years, Skate Canada has also outlined its transgender policy that states in domestic events, transgender skaters can compete in the gender category with which they identify. Skate Canada says when it comes to international events, it works with coaches, athletes and Sport Integrity Canada to determine skater eligibility. 'Skate tough'Historically, the sport has reinforced stereotypical ideas of femininity and masculinity, reads a post this year by Skate Canada (new window). Meanwhile, some countries have joined Skate Canada in redefining their terminology.

Source: CBC News December 19, 2025 20:30 UTC