within Canada. The COPSI Network "supports the development of high performance sport in Canada through a network of training environments as well as through collaboration with National Sport Organization, national partners, provincial and local governments as well as the private sector to provide more opportunities for high performance athletes and coaches." Notable people Earl Dawson, regional director of Sport Canada and secretary of the Canada Games council (1971–1987) Lou Lefaive, national director of Sport Canada (1971–1974, 1978–1980) See also Sports in Canada References Further reading Sport Policy in Canada from the University of Ottawa Press Department of Canadian Heritage Federal departments and agencies of Canada Sports organizations of Canada