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The EmpowerMen Project at Winnipeg’s Indigenous-led Ma Mawi Wi Chi Itata Centre will host Game Changers: Building a Better Sports Culture, a free public event on Tuesday, November 10, 2026, beginning at 5:30 p.m. at the Canadian Museum for Human Rights, 85 Israel Asper Way, Winnipeg.
The evening will feature a screening of Code of Misconduct, a documentary directed by Sébastien Trahan examining misconduct and the culture surrounding Canadian hockey, followed by a panel discussion on accountability, respect, healthy masculinity, gender, inclusion and violence prevention in sport.
The event is open to the public, including coaches, officials, athletes, parents, volunteers, club representatives and sport leaders from basketball and other sports. Discussions will explore how people involved in sport can challenge harmful norms, support positive role modelling and help create safer, healthier and more inclusive environments, particularly for women and girls.
Speakers and Hosts
- Rick Westhead: Investigative journalist with TSN and CTV and author of We Breed Lions: Confronting Canada's Troubled Hockey Culture, whose reporting examines abuse, misconduct and systemic failures in Canadian sport.
- Dr. Tim Skuce: Associate Professor at Brandon University whose work explores masculinity, gender, violence prevention and the role of men in building healthier communities.
- Dr. Jay Johnson: Professor at the University of Manitoba whose work examines sport, physical education, inclusion, well-being and positive development.
- Trevor Buhnai: CEO of Hockey Manitoba, with leadership experience spanning operations, partnerships, governance, member support and Safe Sport.
- Jeff Hamilton — Master of Ceremonies: Investigative and sports reporter with The Canadian Press, following 11 years with the Winnipeg Free Press.
- Hennes Doltze — EmpowerMen Host: Project Leader of EmpowerMen, working through education, partnerships and community dialogue to promote healthy masculinity, accountability and safer communities.
Event Details and Registration
- Date: Tuesday, November 10, 2026
- Start time: 5:30 p.m. Central Time
- Location: Canadian Museum for Human Rights, 85 Israel Asper Way, Winnipeg
- Admission: Free; advance registration is encouraged to reserve a spot.
REGISTER HERE — GAME CHANGERS: BUILDING A BETTER SPORTS CULTURE
Watch the Code of Misconduct trailer.
The documentary is rated TV-14. Organizers recommend parental accompaniment and guidance for viewers under 14.
About EmpowerMen: Founded in 2022, EmpowerMen engages men and boys in preventing sexual exploitation and sex trafficking through youth workshops, community training, public events, partnerships and research.