Safe Sport at Curling Ontario
At Curling Ontario, the safety and well-being of all participants in our sport is paramount. We are committed to fostering a safe, inclusive, and respectful environment for everyone involved, from athletes and coaches to officials and volunteers.
WHY SAFE SPORT MATTERS
Safe Sport is now a central priority for federal and provincial governments. The movement seeks to ensure that people of all ages, abilities and skill levels can participate in sport free from harassment, discrimination, and abuse, and that their physical and mental health is protected.
Regulatory & Funding Implications
In Ontario, some Safe Sport measures are legislated and apply to all sport organizations, including curling clubs. Our organizations work together to meet these standards and to support clubs in implementing the policies, training and procedures needed to keep sport safe for everyone.
The Coaching Association of Canada has led the push for abuse prevention through the “Responsible Coaching Movement,” which encourages sport organizations to adopt strong policies and practices that protect participants. Key elements include background screening, codes of conduct, ethics training, and the Rule of Two — all designed to reduce risk and create safe environments for athletes, coaches, volunteers, and staff.
Resources & Support
Curling Ontario has developed practical resources to help curling clubs and centres understand legal obligations and implement best practices. These materials guide clubs through policy development, screening, training, reporting procedures, and operational steps to keep the sport safe and welcoming for everyone.
Complete safe sport
If you are an Athlete or Coach, use this resource to take you through the steps of completing the Safe Sport Module.
SIDELINE LEARNING
All Safe Sport Training Requirements are housed on Sideline Learning. Click below to learn how to get set up or update your account.
SAFE SPORT PROGRAM
Curling Ontario has created a resource to help your club through the process of implementing a safe sport at your club.
Complain
If you have any concerns or complaints related to safe sport issues, including harassment, discrimination, or misconduct, we encourage you to use the IntegrityCounts platform. IntegrityCounts is an independent and confidential reporting tool where you can submit complaints securely and anonymously. To submit a complaint, click the button below:
Policy
Additionally, we have comprehensive policies and procedures in place to address discipline and complaints within Curling Ontario. These policies outline our commitment to fair and transparent processes for handling complaints and ensuring accountability within our organization. To learn more about our Discipline and Complaints policies, please refer to the resources provided below.