Erin Hoops

In 1998, when this survey was done, 54% of Canadian children ages 5 to 14 regularly took part in some kind of organized sports activity.

Percentage figures do not add up to 100 due to multiple responses.  For example, about half of all active children participate in more than one sport.

 Canadian Sports Ranking

From A Statistic Canada Survey

What are the most popular sports among children aged 5 to 14?

Top 10 sports Percent
Soccer 31%
Swimming 24%
Hockey 24%
Baseball 22%
Basketball 13%
Downhill skiing 7%
Figure skating 6%
Karate 6%
Volleyball 5%
Cycling 3%
  Parents:  In the summary about the above information Statistics Canada said,

"If a family provides a supportive environment for athletic pursuits, children are more likely to take part than if the family does not.  Children who come from families where parents are involved in organized sports as athletes or volunteer administrators are significantly more likely to participate than other children." 

From: A Family Affair: Children's Participation In Sports by Frances Kremarik, Canadian Social Trends, Autumn 2000, No. 58, pages 20- 24

 

Source: Statistic Canada, General Social Survey, 1998
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