Safe Sport

You will be linked immediately to an independent third-party service, called ALIAS where you will fill out the online complaint form. They will respond to you within 48 hours.

The staff of ALIAS are:· Experienced in helping victims of abuse and maltreatment.· Professionally and personally independent of Ringette Alberta.· They know and understand Ringette Alberta Safe Sport policies.· They are qualified and experienced in navigating complaints of ABUSE and MALTREATMENT.

ALIAS does not handle association level complaints or concerns involving procedure, team selection, suspensions, match or misconduct reports, ice-time/ice allotments, or other complaint/concerns of this nature. These complaints should be sent to your local association according to their policies.

If you are unsure if your complaint constitutes ABUSE or MALTREATMENT, please review the Universal Code of Conduct to Prevent and Address Maltreatment in Sport (UCCMS) and the Ringette Alberta Code of Conduct and Ringette Alberta Discipline and Complaints Policy.

Ringette Alberta abides by the Universal Code of Conduct to Prevent and Address Maltreatment in Sport (UCCMS) and the True Sport principles to guide the organization, our members, and our organizational participants in ensuring the safety and well-being of those associated with the sport of Ringette.

Each person has a responsibility to help keep the sport safe.Reports of ABUSE or MALTREATMENT that come to the attention of any Ringette Alberta Staff will be directed to contact ALIAS using the “Speak Up” button.

CREATING A SAFE AND HEALTHY ENVIRONMENT FOR ALL.

Ringette Alberta, in alignment with Ringette Canada, is fully committed to fostering a Safe Sport environment. Practicing Safe Sport ensures all participants are provided with safe, welcoming, and accessible sport environments, free from all forms of maltreatment.

The first step in creating a safe and healthy environment for all is following the True Sport Principles.

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UNIVERSAL CODE OF CONDUCT

Ringette Canada, is one of many national sport organizations that has implemented the Universal Code of Conduct to Prevent and Address Maltreatment in Sports.

Universal Code of Conduct to Prevent and Address Maltreatment in Sport (UCCMS).

“The UCCMS is the core document that sets harmonized rules to be adopted by sport organizations that receive funding from the Government of Canada to advance a respectful sport culture that delivers quality, inclusive, accessible, welcoming and safe sport experiences.” (sirc.ca)

Ringette Alberta, in alignment with Ringette Canada, has identified 3 pillars of Safe Sport, click on each of the pillars below to access additional resources and information.

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RESPECT IN SPORT

For Parents:

One of the most common reasons coaches, managers, officials, and athletes cite for leaving sport is unacceptable parent behaviour. The Respect in Sport Parent Program will help define a standard of behaviour for all parents and create a more rewarding, safe and respectful environment for everyone involved.

Some associations require all registrants to complete this course upon registration. Contact your local association to find out more.

For Coaches:

The Respect in Sport Activity Leader/Coach Program educates youth leaders, coaches, officials, and participants (14 years and up) to recognize, understand, and respond to issues of bullying, abuse, harassment, and discrimination.

This course is worth 3 PD points for coaches looking to maintain their NCCP certification.

Some associations require their coaches to complete this course as part of their certification process outside of the NCCP courses. Please contact your local association for more information.

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