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Object ID |
2025.1.57 |
Object Name |
Video Recording |
Title |
Class of 2004 Abigail Hoffman Acceptance Speech |
Scope & Content |
Length: 1:35 The 2004 Canada's Sports Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony was held at the Royal York Hotel and Convention Centre. Summary: Abby Hoffman reflected on her diverse and rewarding sports career—as a hockey player, swimmer, runner, advocate, and leader. She acknowledged the many people and organizations who influenced her journey, including those who initially limited women’s participation in sports, such as the Little Toronto Minor Hockey League and track and field officials who restricted women’s events. Abby proudly spoke about challenging these outdated views and advocating for better support for female athletes. She concluded by challenging everyone to strive for excellence and for Canada to reach its full sporting potential, expressing gratitude for the honour and the chance to share her thoughts. |
Date |
2004/11/01 |
Year Range from |
2004 |
Year Range to |
2004 |
People |
Hoffman, Abigail Hoffman, Abby |
Search Terms |
2004 induction Order of Sport Award acceptance speech athlete athletics Sao Paolo 1963 Pan Am Games Kingston 1966 Commonwealth Games Edinburgh 1971 Commonwealth Games Montreal 1976 Olympic Games flag bearer Sport Canada Order of Canada Inclusion Women in Sport Abigail Hoffman Abby Hoffman |