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Why do Hockey Canada and the Member Partners collect demographic information?
he The collection of self-identification data is central to equity, diversity, and inclusion efforts. Hockey Canada and the Member Branches are collecting this data to increase our ability to enhance programs, while recognizing and removing barriers. The demographic data being collected through the HCR platform is consistent with how the Government of Canada solicits this information including the options you see of race/ethnicity, language and Indigenous Peoples (all of which provide “Prefer not to say” as an option). There are many factors as to why and how this data is collected: please refer to this Government of Canada website for more information: click here
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