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Founder, Research Trainees, Risk Stratification, Sports, The new PAR-Q+ and ePARmed-X+

CELEBRATION OF DR. NORMAN GLEDHILL

https://obituaries.thestar.com/obituary/norman-gledhill-1092568527

In Memoriam: Dr. Norman Gledhill

It is with profound sadness that we mourn the passing of Dr. Norman Gledhill, who passed away on January 16, 2025, surrounded by his loving family. He is remembered by his wife Dawn, sons Scott (Sara) and Ryan (Leighellen), grandsons Reid, Cole, and Jaiman, his brother Victor, and an extensive community of family, friends, colleagues, and former students worldwide.

Dr. Gledhill was a visionary scholar, dedicated mentor, and leader in exercise science and medicine. He was a founding member of the PAR-Q+ Collaboration and was instrumental in the design, implementation, and ongoing revisions of the PAR-Q, PAR-Q+, and ePARmed-X+.

Over his distinguished career, he shaped the field through groundbreaking research, innovative teaching, and an unwavering commitment to excellence. His contributions spanned high-performance sport, sports medicine, occupational physiology, and public health, influencing national and international policies on fitness, doping control, and physical activity standards.

His work was instrumental in establishing Canada’s Doping Control Agency, leading research on ergogenic aids, cardiovascular physiology, and occupational fitness standards, and developing evidence-based fitness assessment programs. His efforts shaped national guidelines, advanced safety protocols in the fitness industry, and influenced generations of professionals in sports science and public health.

A tireless advocate for physical activity, Dr. Gledhill played a key role in major international conferences and policy initiatives, helping to bridge the gap between research and practice. His leadership in amateur sport development and collaborations with elite athletes and teams, including the NHL, Canadian national teams, and Olympic programs, left a lasting impact on the world of sport and human performance.

Dr. Gledhill’s legacy will endure through the lives he enriched, the knowledge he shared, and the inspiration he provided to all who had the privilege of working with him. His passion, integrity, and “joie de vivre” will be deeply missed, but never forgotten.

Founder, Risk Stratification, Sports

TRIBUTE TO DR. JACK TAUNTON

We are saddened greatly by the passing of our friend, mentor, and leader, Dr. Jack Taunton. Dr. Taunton was a visionary and world leader in sport and exercise medicine whose influence extended far beyond the clinics, classrooms, and events he so generously served. His unwavering commitment to evidence-based best practice, athlete health, and inclusive participation helped shape modern approaches to physical activity and exercise screening, injury prevention, and medical support in sport. He was an instrumental part of the PAR-Q+ Collaboration since its inception providing sage advice and helping navigate the international nuances of the medical clearance process for all individuals across the lifespan including athletes and those living with medical conditions. Every version of the PAR-Q+ and ePARmed-X+ has incorporated the advice of Dr. Taunton and his medical teams.

As a mentor, collaborator, and advocate, Dr. Taunton brought clarity, humility, and purpose to every project he touched. He believed deeply that rigorous science and compassionate care were not opposing ideals, but essential partners. His leadership of medical teams at various provincial, national, and international levels (such as the Vancouver Sun Run, the Vancouver Marathon, the Olympic Games, and the Invictus Games) reflected this philosophy and set a standard of excellence that will continue to guide future generations of clinicians and researchers.

Jack’s legacy lives on through the countless professionals he inspired, the systems he helped build, and the enduring impact of his work on athlete safety and well-being. He will be remembered not only for his remarkable contributions to sport medicine, but for his kindness, integrity, and steadfast dedication to improving the lives of others through physical activity and exercise. We will miss him dearly.

— Darren Warburton

Sports

Americas Masters Games August 26th – September 4th, 2016.

We are proud to support all of the athletes participating in the Americas Masters Games. This is a 9 day celebration of active and healthy living. Our team is pleased to be part of the medical team for this event. Numerous graduate and undergraduate trainees from our collaboration are volunteering during the Masters Games.

Event Dates: August 26th – September 4th, 2016.

For more information please visit: https://www.americasmastersgames2016.com