As part of Special Olympics BC's commitment to Safe Sport, our staff and leadership have completed safe sport training.
Bullying & Harrassment
Please click here to find Special Olympics BC's anti-bullying resources for athletes, coaches, and volunteers.
Canadian Safe Sport Helpline
Are you a victim or witness of harassment, abuse, or discrimination in sport? Contact the Canadian Sport Helpline to share your concerns and be referred to the appropriate resources. Thanks to financial support from the Government of Canada, the Canadian Sport Helpline is a service that is free and accessible to all in both official languages.
Open from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. (ET) 7 days a week, it is anonymous, confidential, and independent.
CALL 1-888-83SPORT (77678)
EMAIL INFO@ABUSE-FREE-SPORT.CA
Special Olympics Safe Sport Policies
Special Olympics Canada and its Chapters recognize the recent development of the Universal Code of Conduct to Prevent and Address Maltreatment in Sport. We are developing a pan-Canadian suite of policies in partnership with the Sport Law and Strategy Group.
Current policies
viaSport British Columbia Resources
Please click here to find more resources for addressing and reporting harm, as well as injury prevention and concussions.
Responsible Coaching Movement
Responsible coaching allows you to support your participants’ right to a safe, positive environment. Here are some ways to protect your athletes and yourself both on and off the field of play.
CAC Responsible Coaching Movement homepage
Practice of Two
What is the Rule of Two?
The goal of the Rule of Two is to ensure all interactions and communications are open, observable, and justifiable. Its purpose is to protect participants (especially minors) and coaches in potentially vulnerable situations by ensuring more than one adult is present. There may be exceptions in emergency situations.
Practice of 2
How can I apply the Rule of Two in a virtual setting?
CAC Rule of Two in a virtual setting infographic
Concussion Resources
Special Olympics Canada recognizes that participation in any sport or physical activity has some risk of head injuries, including concussions.
Find more SOBC sport resources