Academic Papers, Research & Reference Materials
Access academic papers, national guidelines, and practical resources that support the development of inclusive soccer programs across Canada. From research insights to implementation guides, these materials help build accessible football opportunities for all.
Academic Research
Soccability Canada proudly supports the work of leading academics in the field, including Dr. Kathleen Martin Ginis (University of BC) and the Canadian Disability Participation Project team.
Policy & Implementation
From Guidelines to Practice: Development and Implementation
Development Research
Developing Disability Sport: The Case for a Critical Pedagogy
Disability sports coaching: towards a critical understanding
Impact & Participation Studies
Participation in Physical Activities and Everyday Life of People with Disabilities
Disability Sport: Changing Lives, Changing Perceptions
Special Olympics: Depression reduction through sport
Guidelines
Canadian Guidelines
Ontario Soccer: Everyone Plays – A Guide to Quality Participation
Ontario Soccer: Achieving Accessibility Guide
Ontario Soccer: Club Directory
NCCP Supporting Young Athletes who are Deaf or Hard of Hearing
International Guidelines
The FA: Football Your Way, 2021-2024
Scottish FA: Disability Future 2017-2022
Irish FA: Disability Strategy 2016-2020
Football Association of Ireland: Football For All 2017-2020
Program Materials
Program Guides
United States Soccer: TOP Soccer Manual
American Youth Soccer Organization: VIP Program
Special Olympics Football: Multiple Language Guides
International Blind Football Foundation
Technical Documents
CS4L Long Term Athlete Development: No Accidental Champions, 2nd Edition
Training Athletes with a Physical Disability
Centre for Access to Football in Europe: Disability Access Officer Handbook
The Football Association: Dispensation Policy Guide for Parents
Media
Sharing the beautiful game (film)
