SAFE SPORT

Sport Calgary Announcement:

Canadian Safe Sport Program: Ensuring a Safe Sport Environment for All

As of April 1, 2025, the Canadian Safe Sport Program (CSSP) will replace the Abuse-Free Sport Program. Sport Calgary is committed to fostering a sport community that is safe, inclusive, and respectful for all participants. The CSSP is designed to uphold these values by enforcing the Universal Code of Conduct to Prevent and Address Maltreatment in Sport (UCCMS).

Administered independently by the Canadian Centre for Ethics in Sport (CCES), the CSSP will oversee reports of misconduct and provide resources to promote education, prevention, and policy development. Our shared goal is to create an environment where all participants—athletes, coaches, volunteers, and administrators—feel protected and supported.

Key Program Details:

  • Safe Sport Commitment: Sport organizations policies and codes of conduct should align with CSSP principles, reinforcing their dedication to maintaining a respectful sport environment.

  • Education Requirement: All identified participants, including athletes, coaches, board members, and volunteers, must complete the CSSP e-learning course and sign the participant consent form.

  • Reporting Mechanism: As of April 1, the CCES will accept reports through an online report form and by phone – both methods allow you to remain anonymous, if you wish. If you choose to share your name when you make a report, the CCES will not share it with your sport organization unless it is necessary to keep you or someone else safe and will make every effort to get your consent beforehand.

How You Can Get Involved

Sport Calgary encourages all members of our sports community to familiarize themselves with the new CSSP guidelines. By staying informed and engaged, we can collectively contribute to a culture that prioritizes safety and respect.

For more information about the Canadian Safe Sport Program, visit: https://cces.ca/canadian-safe-sport-program

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SAFE SPORT RESOURCES:

Parents & Athletes

Parents have a responsibility to be informed and aware of Safe Sport measures to protect your child’s physical and mental well-being. 

Athletes should also be knowledgeable about Safe Sport and how it relates to their safety - on and off the field. 

What should you know as a parent with children in a sport organization? What information is important for an athlete? Visit our Safe Sport for Participants section for an FAQ and external resources. 

Coaches

The Responsible Coaching Movement (RCM) is a call to action for sport organizations, parents, and coaches to enact responsible coaching across Canada – on and off the field of play.

What should you know as a coach? Check our Safe Sport for Coaches the FAQ and external resources.

Sport Organizations and Facilities

The health and safety of sports participants and fans should be at the forefront of all considerations made by administrators and sport organizations. 

What should you know as an operator or manager of a sport facility? Check our Safe Sport for Sport Organizations FAQ and external resources