Wheelchair Basketball Canada (WBC) believes that sport should be free of harassment, abuse or discrimination of any kind. We are dedicated to working with the sport community and with our stakeholders to foster an environment that is safe, welcoming and inclusive for everyone involved in wheelchair basketball in Canada, including our athletes, coaches, officials, staff and volunteers.
Our Policies
- Code of Conduct and Ethics
- Safe Sport Manual
- Conflict of Interest Policy
- Canadian Anti-Doping Program
- Transgender Inclusion Policy
- Concussion Protocol
Safe Sport Standards
WBC is committed to providing a safe, fun, inclusive and welcoming sport environment.
WBC Safe Sport Matrix – National Championships
The following matrix outlines the requirements for various individuals involved in the delivery of WBC sanctioned domestic events.
Training
WBC encourages all individuals involved in the game to complete approved Safe Sport training. WBC recognizes and endorses the following training modules:
Respect in Sport Activity Leader
Certification
Coaches:
- All coaches at WBC sanctioned domestic events must have:
- achieved the appropriate NCCP certification , as outlined in the event Technical Packages.
- completed the Coaching Association of Canada’s Make Ethical Decisions and Making Head Way modules and evaluation.
Screening
All coaches, support staff, officials and classifiers are required to have an up to date (within 3 years) Criminal Record Check, E-PIC and/or Vulnerable Sector Check at WBC sanctioned events.
A Criminal Record Check can be obtained through mybackcheck.com.
Independent Third Party for Wheelchair Basketball in Canada
The ability to report issues is critical to maintaining a safe sport environment for wheelchair basketball participants in Canada. WBC has appointed an independent third party, Ilan Yampolsky, to objectively and confidentially facilitate complaints from the Canadian wheelchair basketball community. He can review, advise and refer issues for further investigation independently of WBC.
You can contact ITP Sports at: https://app.integritycounts.ca/org/itpsport
Phone Number (Canada): 1 (800) 758-9412
A complete list of worldwide phone numbers can be found here.
Abuse-Free Sport Helpline
- It is free, anonymous, confidential and independent;
- Professionally trained operators are available to help in both official languages, English and French;
- Available via phone call, text, or email seven days a week from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. (EasternTime).
Rule of Two
- Learn more: coach.ca/responsiblecoaching.
Concussions
Wheelchair Basketball Canada has developed the Wheelchair Basketball Canada Concussion Protocol to help guide the management of athletes who may have a suspected concussion as a result of participation in Wheelchair Basketball Canada activities. More info.