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Majority of Canadians believe sexual misconduct is a major problem in youth hockey: poll

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Rubber marks from pucks dot the glass during a hockey practice in Vancouver on June 2, 2011. A majority of Canadians believe sexual harassment and sexual assault are a major problem in youth hockey are a major problem, according to an Angus Reid study.
During hockey practice in Vancouver on June 2, 2011, the puck rubber Traces dot the glass. According to Angus Reed's research, three of his Canadians believe sexual harassment and sexual assault are major problems in youth hockey. Photo by DARRYL DYCK /The Canadian Press

And sexual assault is a big problem in youth hockey, according to new research.

A poll conducted by the Angus Reed Institute found that 58% of Canadians believe that the incidence of sexual misconduct is a major problem, and another 17% I think it's a minor issue.

The survey found that 56% of respondents with close ties to youth hockey felt that sexual misconduct was a major problem. According to Angus Reed, women of all ages are more likely to perceive major problems than men of the same age group.

The study found , men under the age of 35 are least likely to feel problematic.

Angus Reid announced the results of her study on Wednesday as the quarterfinals were being played at the World Junior Her Hockey Championships in Edmonton.

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In other survey results, 63% of respondents felt the need for change in Hockey Canada's leadership, and 27% said the Governing Body's recent announcement to combat toxic behavior in hockey. I am confident that this plan will improve women and their behavior. Girls are treated.

According to Angus Reed, the results were consistent with her August 8th against her randomized sample of 2,279 Canadian adults who are members of the Angus Reed Forum. according to an online survey conducted on 10th. The survey has a margin of error of plus or minus 2 percentage points, 19 times out of 20.

This research was commissioned and paid for by Angus Reid.

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