Celebrating Women's History Month: Empowering Women and Girls in Sport

March is Women's History Month, a time to reflect on the incredible achievements of women throughout history and to recognize the continued journey toward equality and empowerment. At Active Scholars, we take immense pride in fostering an environment where women and girls can thrive, especially in the world of sports and STEM. 

Whether it’s through scholarships, our Girls Infinity, summer programs, and workshops, or our mentorship and advocacy, we are committed to breaking down barriers to ensure that every girl has the tools she needs to succeed.

This month we acknowledge the achievements of female athletes, coaches, and sports leaders who have paved the way and continue to serve as role models for the next generation:

Christa Eniojukan

Christa is a Co-Founder and CEO of Active Scholars. She is a prominent figure in Canadian basketball, serving as the head coach of the York University women's basketball team since the 2021-22 season, and leading the U23 Canadian women's national team at the GLOBL JAM tournament in July 2023. Additionally, she is also a former teacher of 15 years with the Toronto District School Board.

With a background as a former player at York University and Wilfrid Laurier University, where she was twice named Most Valuable Player, Eniojukan has a rich history in basketball. She has held various coaching roles, including head coach positions at Ontario Tech University, provincial teams under the Ontario Basketball Association.

Recognized for her commitment to inclusion and excellence, Eniojukan received the Ontario Coaching Excellence Award in 2019 from the Coaches Association of Ontario. She also co-chairs the Ontario University Athletics Black, Biracial, and Indigenous (BBI) Committee, reflecting her dedication to promoting diversity in sports.

Through her extensive coaching experience and initiatives like Active Scholars, Eniojukan continues to make significant contributions to the development of young athletes, emphasizing the importance of both athletic and academic growth.

Cheyenne Creighton

Cheyenne is the Director at Active Scholars. She is certified by the Ontario College of Teachers, graduating with her Bachelor of Education from Ontario Tech University in 2022. 

Cheyenne has an extensive basketball resume, as she played collegiate basketball for the University of Memphis from 2014 to 2018 as a forward, and became the 13th player in the program's history to surpass both 1,000 points and 600 rebounds. Growing up she played for the provincial team, and represented Canada in 2014 and 2015 at the FIBA U19 Women's World Championship. Following her collegiate career at Memphis she pursued a professional career playing for Eisvögel USC Freiburg in Germany.

Cheyenne continues to pass down her knowledge and passion for basketball and education. As the head of our Girls Infinity program, she is dedicated to creating opportunities for young girls to develop their skills, confidence, and leadership through sport and STEM.

Dr. Sabrina Razack

Dr. Sabrina Razack is a Board member at Active Scholars. She is a distinguished educator and researcher with extensive experience in sports, education, and equity. She currently serves as the Senior Project Lead for 'Generation 2026' at the Centre for Sport and Human Rights, an initiative focused on promoting children's rights in the context of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. In this role, she collaborates with host cities to develop opportunities for active child citizenship, aiming to enhance awareness of child rights and safeguarding in sports.

In addition to her work with 'Generation 2026', Dr. Razack is an Assistant Professor at the Faculty of Kinesiology and Physical Education at the University of Toronto. Her research interests encompass the intersections of physical activity, sport, social movements, media, race, gender, class, and culture. Her PhD thesis involved a case study of the Black Girl Hockey Club, examining these complex intersections.

Her career includes over a decade of experience in education, specializing in programming for girls and promoting physical activity. She has also contributed significantly to the sports sector, focusing on community mobilization and research to address various equity issues. Her previous roles include positions with Canadian Women & Sport and the Toronto 2015 Pan/Parapan American Games.

Through her multifaceted work, Dr. Razack demonstrates a steadfast commitment to fostering inclusive and equitable practices in sports and education, empowering diverse communities to thrive.

Shania Sharma

Shania has been the lead STEM teacher at Active Scholars since 2022. She is certified by the Ontario College of Teachers and is currently an elementary school teacher within the Durham Catholic District School Board.

Growing up, Shania was a competitive dancer which helped shape her passion for movement, discipline, and athleticism. She has since transitioned into the world of fitness and sports performance.

Today she is also a certified personal trainer, and currently leads strength and conditioning classes at F45. Additionally, she is a HYROX competitor, a global competition that combines both running and functional workout stations, where participants compete to complete courses as fast as possible.