Wapiti Nordic Ski Club commits to the True Sport Principles which are:
Safe Sport Policies:
Wapiti Nordic Ski Club has adopted Safe Sport Policies and Practices that are endorsed by the Provincial and National Sport Organizations that we are associated with. The policies are intended to promote a Safe Sport environment in a manner that allows for consistent, immediate, appropriate and meaningful action should any issues arise, and they are also intended to prevent issues from arising in the first place by communicating expected standards of behaviour.
Safe Sport Forms:
Other:
Wapiti Nordic Ski Club makes the following commitments to a sport environment free from Prohibited Behaviour and Maltreatment:
- a) Go for It – Rise to the challenge – always strive for excellence. Discover how good you can be.
- b) Play Fair – Play honestly – obey both the letter and spirit of the rules. Winning is only meaningful when competition is fair.
- c) Respect Others – Show respect for everyone involved in creating your sporting experience, both on and off the field. Win with dignity and lose with grace.
- d) Keep it Fun – Find the joy of sport. Keep a positive attitude both on and off the field.
- e) Stay Healthy – Place physical and mental health above all other considerations – avoid unsafe activities. Respect your body and keep in shape.
- f) Include Everyone – Share sport with others. Ensure everyone has a place to play.
- g) Give Back – Find ways to show your appreciation for the community that supports your sport and helps make it possible.
Safe Sport Policies:
Wapiti Nordic Ski Club has adopted Safe Sport Policies and Practices that are endorsed by the Provincial and National Sport Organizations that we are associated with. The policies are intended to promote a Safe Sport environment in a manner that allows for consistent, immediate, appropriate and meaningful action should any issues arise, and they are also intended to prevent issues from arising in the first place by communicating expected standards of behaviour.
- Athlete Protection Policy
- Code of Conduct and Ethics Policy
- Discipline and Complaints Policy
- Dispute Resolution and Appeal Policy
- Event Discipline Procedures
- SafeSport Policy
- Screening Policy
- Social Media Policy
Safe Sport Forms:
- Screening Policy - Application Form
- Screening Policy - Disclosure Form
- Screening Policy - Renewal Form
- Screening Policy - Request for Vulnerable Sector Check
- Screening Policy - Training Acknowledgement
Other:
Wapiti Nordic Ski Club makes the following commitments to a sport environment free from Prohibited Behaviour and Maltreatment:
- a) All Participants in sport can expect to play, practice and compete, work, and interact in an environment free from Prohibited Behaviour and Maltreatment.
- b) Addressing the causes and consequences of Prohibited Behaviour and Maltreatment is a collective responsibility and requires the deliberate efforts of all Participants, sport stakeholders, sport club administrators and organization leaders.
- c) Participants in positions of trust and authority have the general responsibility to protect the health and well-being of all other Participants.
- d) Adult Participants have a specific ethical and statutory duty and the additional responsibility to respond to incidents of Prohibited Behaviour or Maltreatment involving Minors and other Vulnerable Participants.
- e) All Participants recognize that Prohibited Behaviour and Maltreatment can occur regardless of age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, race, ethnicity, Indigenous status, or level of physical and intellectual disability and their intersections. Moreover, it is recognized that those from traditionally marginalized groups have increased vulnerability to experiences of Prohibited Behaviour and Maltreatment.
- f) All Participants recognize that individuals who have experienced Prohibited Behaviour or Maltreatment may experience a range of effects that may emerge at different time points and that can profoundly affect their lives.
- g) All adults working with children and youth have a duty to prevent or mitigate opportunities for misconduct.
- h) In recognition of the historic vulnerability to discrimination and violence amongst some groups, and that continues to persist today, Participants in positions of trust and authority have a duty to incorporate strategies to recognize systemic bias, unconscious bias, and to respond quickly and effectively to discriminatory practices.