Policies and Publications
Special Olympics Canada is currently developing Pan-Canadian Policies and Procedures that Special Olympics Newfoundland & Labrador will adopt to keep in alignment 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 policies, procedures, and guidelines also ensure equitable 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 our Policies & Procedures, please contact our Executive Director or our Program Director.
Annual Reports
REQUIRED REGISTRATION FORMS & supporting documents
For additional information on required registration forms, please contact our Youth Development Coordinator jennifer@sonl.ca 709-738-1923 X 103
Please ensure you are using the most up-to-date paper forms
For those who use the Special Olympics Canada Portal for registration, all required forms have been updated.
FORM |
WHO |
WHEN |
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TERMS AND CONDITIONSTerms and Conditions Information Terms and Conditions Sign-off Form *2023-2024 |
All registered members (athletes, coaches, volunteers) | Once per program year. The Terms and Conditions information and acceptance form are to be reviewed and completed yearly with registration. |
EVENT PARTICIPATION WAIVER |
Any individual at a Special Olympics event who is not a registered member and entering the field of play.
Typically 1 or 2 day event volunteers |
Every Special Olympics event. Once per program year if attending events regularly. |
ATHLETE REGISTRATIONCan be found on our Community Club Page or by contacting a Club directly. If you are a NEW athlete registering please contact the club in your area directly or our Provincial Office at 709 738 1923 or info@sonl.ca
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All athletes involved with Special Olympics NL | Prior to beginning a program (Virtual or In-Person) |
VOLUNTEER REGISTRATION |
All Head Coaches, Assistant Coaches, Junior Coaches, Program Volunteers, and Operational Volunteers who are 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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CRIMINAL RECORD AND VULNERABLE SECTOR CHECK |
All registered volunteers must obtain a criminal record check and vulnerable sector check every 12 months. |
Constitution and Bylaws
Currently under review - please check back for updates.
SONL Chapter Constitution & Bylaws
*Last Reviewed Oct 2017
Regional Leadership Council
LANGUAGE GUIDELINES
PAN CANADIAN ORGANIZATIONAL POLICY MANUAL
- Appeal policy Last Revised December 2017
- Appeal Policy Flowchart Last Revised December 2017
- Code of Conduct and Ethics Policy Last Revised September 2020
- Discipline and Complaints Policy Last Revised December 2017
- Discipline Procedure Flowchart Last Revised December 2017
- Dispute Resolution Policy Last Revised December 2017
- Blood-Borne Contagious Infections Policy Last Revised September 2019
- Eligibility for Participation Policy Last Revised June 2023
- Eligibility for Participants with Down syndrome Policy Last Revised September 2019
- Endorsement Policy for Local, Regional, Provincial/Territorial, National Games and Competitions. Last Revised June 2022
- Endorsement Policy for World Games Last Revised June 2022
- Athlete Identification for Competition Selection Policy Last Revised December 2022
- Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Policy Last Revised March 2022
- Quota Allocation Policy Last Revised June 2022
- Coach & Support Staff Eligibility for National & World Games Policy Last Revised December 2022
- Safe Sport Policy Last Revised September 2022
- 2024 Games Minimum Qualifying Standards
- Pan-Canadian Vision Mission Values
SPECIAL OLYMPICS NL organizational POLICY MANUAL
- Athlete to Coach Ration Minimum Requirements Last Revised November 2022
- SONL Policy Community Club Registration Eligibility - For Athletes Last Revised October 2024
- Marketing and Public Relations Last Revised March 2017
- Privacy Statement Last Revised December 2022
- Volunteer Screening Policy: Year-Round Volunteers Last Revised March 2017
- Volunteer Screening Policy: Special Event Volunteers Last Revised March 2017
- Healthy Eating Policy Last Revised September 2016
- Community Club Registration Eligibility: For Athletes Last Revised September 2016
- The Role of Provincial Office Last Revised April 2007
- SONL Board of Directors Last Revised April 2007
- Local Fundraising Guidelines Last Revised April 2007
- Provincial Games Registration Fees Last Revised April 2014
- SONL Organizational Structure Last Revised August 2023