SAFE SPORT
Safe sport refers to an environment that prioritizes the physical and psychological well-being of all participants. It involves a commitment to providing optimal experiences, while actively preventing and addressing all forms of maltreatment, including abuse, harassment, neglect, and discrimination. Advancing safe sport is a shared responsibility that requires awareness, education, and clear actions for reporting.
The protecting youth in sports act
The Protecting Youth in Sports Act enhances protection measures for young athletes in Manitoba’s sport system. All Provincial Sport Organizations (PSOs), including Speed Skating Manitoba, must adhere to the following requirements:
Adopt the policies outlined in the Safe Sport Policy Manual.
Make safe sport information available to parents and young athletes.
Ensure coaches complete required screening and training.
Ensure all participants have access to report allegations of maltreatment to an Independent Third Party (ITP).
Refer any allegations of maltreatment to the ITP if our organization receives such complaints.
Enforce any disciplinary action determined by the ITP.
Safe SPort line
If you or someone you know is experiencing abuse, harassment, bullying or hazing in sport, and you need someone to talk to, call the safe sport line: 1-833-656-SAFE (7233) or help@safesportline.ca
1-833-656-SAFE
help@safesportline.ca
Report a Maltreatment Complaint
ITP Sport is responsible for overseeing all allegations of maltreatment. If you would like to submit a maltreatment complaint, please submit your complaint to ITP Sport here:
Reporting a maltreatment complaint may seem confusing and overwhelming. The following resources can help you navigate the process:
If a maltreatment complaint is submitted to a coach, official, volunteer, or staff member, the complaint must be referred to the ITP.
Resources
Sport Manitoba Safe Sport Policy Manual
Safe Sport Handbook for Parents and Guardians
For additional safe sport resources, visit Sport Manitoba’s safe sport page.