Special Olympics Canada is currently developing Pan-Canadian Policies and Procedures that Special Olympics Newfoundland & Labrador will adopt to keep aligned with the rest of Canada.
Like any organization, we have a detailed series of rules and regulations to ensure that our programs and services are run in a uniform and appropriate manner. These guidelines also ensure fair treatment of all those who choose to be involved with Special Olympics , as well as reputable business practices within our daily operations.
If you have any questions regarding Policy & Procedures, please contact our Executive Director (administrative policies) or our Program Director (sport-related policies).
Publications
annual reports
REQUIRED REGISTRATION FORMS & supporting documents
For additional information on required registration forms, please contact our Youth Development Coordinator yd@sonl.ca, 709-738-1923 X 103
Please ensure you are using the most up-to-date forms
FORM |
WHO |
WHEN |
|---|---|---|
PARTICIPATION WAIVER*July 2021
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All registered members (athletes, coaches, volunteers) | Once per program year. This waiver is completed with yearly registration. |
EVENT PARTICIPATION WAIVER*August 2021
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Any individual at a Special Olympics event that is not a registered member and entering the field of play. | Every Special Olympics event. Once per program year if attending events regularly. |
ATHLETE REGISTRATIONCan be found on your Community Club Page or by contacting your Club directly. *2021-2022
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All athletes involved with Special Olympics NL | Prior to beginning a program (Virtual or In-Person) |
VOLUNTEER REGISTRATION*2021-2022
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All Head Coaches, Associate Coaches, Junior Coaches, Program Volunteers, and Operational Volunteers involved with Special Olympics NL.
One-time event volunteers do not have to complete this form. |
Prior to beginning a program (Virtual or In-Person)
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ATTENDANCE PROTOCOL & TRACKER*Feb 2022 |
All individuals registered & non-registered who enter the field of play or an event. | Every Special Olympics program/event. |
Constitution & Bylaws
Currently under review - please check back for updates.
SONL Chapter Constitution & Bylaws
Regional Leadership Council
Policies
LANGUAGE GUIDELINES
PAN CANADIAN ORGANIZATIONAL POLICY MANUAL
19. Coach and Support Staff Eligibility for Participation in National and International Competitions Policy - In Development
20. Safe Sport Policy Suite - In Development
- 20.1 Safe Sport Policy
- 20.2 Social Media Policy
- 20.3 Athlete Protection Policy
21. Quota Allocation Policy - In Development
SPECIAL OLYMPICS NL POLICIES
The policies listed below are currently under review - please check back for updates.
1000 - Administrative
1000-02 SONL - Mission Statement
1000-03 SONL - The Role of Provincial Office
1000-04 SONL - Board of Directors
1000-06 People First Language
1000-07 Harassment Policy
1000-08 Guiding Principles to Support the Mission Statement
1000-10 Local Fundraising Guidelines
3000 - Program Policies
4000 - Program Policies
4000-1 SONL Orientation Provincial Volunteers
4000-2 Coaching Qualification - Head Coaches
4000-3 Coach/Volunteer Minimum Requirements
4000-07 Male and Female Coach of the Year
4000-08 Male and Female Athlete of the Year
4000-09 Program Administration Registration - Athletes and Volunteers
4000-12 Healthy Eating Policy
5000 - Training and Competitions
5000-04 Coach Eligibility Criteria for Provincial Games
5000-05 Provincial Games/Competition Registration Fee
5000-07 Regional Team Mission Staff for Provincial Games
5000-08 Alcohol Policy
Provincial Policies currently under review - check back for updates.