Tag: Bill C-319

Bill C319 Not Likely To Become Law Any Time Soon

January 3, 2013

Last month I discussed concussions in contact sports and highlighted some Canadian legislative efforts addressing this issue including Federal Bill C319.  I addressed the Bill’s slow progress speculating that it may not become law. This week the Bill’s author, Member of Parliament Bill Thibeault, was kind enough to contact me giving me insight into the … More Bill C319 Not Likely To Become Law Any Time Soon

Concussions in Combat Sports and Government Regulation Efforts

December 21, 2012

If you are looking for a quick introduction to concussive injuries (or if you need an aid for explaining concussions to others), this video by Dr. Mike Evans from the Sport Concussion Library,  is a great starting point. Given the problems that concussions in sports can create members of Parliament and BC’s Legislature have introduced Bills … More Concussions in Combat Sports and Government Regulation Efforts