Universal Code of Conduct
to Prevent and Address Maltreatment in Sport

Athletes
All athletes deserve a safe place to play.

Coaches
All coaches are required to take a mandatory Safe Sport module before the OVA will grant them membership.

Parents
Parents have conversations with their athletes about acceptable and not acceptable interactions with others, including adults and persons in authority such as coaches.  Encourage them to be open with you when there is conduct that they are unsure of or that makes them feel unsafe.

UCCMS Information
If you would like to know more about the Universal Code of Conduct to Prevent and Address Maltreatment in Sport (UCCMS)
https://sportintegritycommissioner.ca/files/UCCMS-v6.0-20220531.pdf

Reporting
If your child has felt unsafe at practice or competition, please contact:
Jennifer Kelly – Rapids Safe Sport Officer coachjkelly13@gmail.com
Report an Incident (sportintegritycommissioner.ca)

Helplines
Abuse-Free Sport Helpline (abuse-free-sport.ca)
Access to Mental Health Care – Pathstone Mental Health
Get support with these mental health resources – Kids Help Phone 1-800-668-6868
Get Help | Talk Suicide Canada or Canada Suicide Prevention Service: 1-833-456-4566