Safe Sport Training
The Safe Sport Training module developed by the Coaching Association of Canada (CAC) will help anyone involved in sport identify and prevent situations of maltreatment.
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CAC Sport Safety Initiatives
Anyone involved in sport should be able to thrive and perform at their best without fear of abuse, neglect or other maltreatment. Creating safe sport environments that provide physical and psychological safety conditions is a collective effort — one that requires proper training so people can recognize maltreatment and prevent or address it.
Support for the promotion of these programs was provided by the Canadian Olympic Committee and Sport Canada through Project Lighthouse. We invite you to explore the resources below to learn how you can create a safe, positive, and accessible sport environment.
Professional Coaching Program
Join a community of committed, respected, and quality coaches who are recognized for their skills, competencies, and passion.
Support Through Sport
Teen dating violence and gender-based violence exists in the lives of teen sport participants. As a coach, it’s important to be equipped with tools to understand and recognize the signs.
Responsible Coaching Movement
The Responsible Coaching Movement (RCM) is a call to action for sport organizations, parents, and coaches to enact responsible coaching across Canada – on and off the field of play.
NCCP Make Ethical Decisions
This module equips coaches to identify the legal, ethical, and moral implications of difficult situations that present themselves in team and individual sports.
NCCP Creating a Positive Sport Environment
By placing participants at the centre of the coaching process, coaches can promote growth and athletic development, foster creativity and learning, and protect participants from harm.
Concussion Awareness
It’s important for all coaches, parents, and participants to understand the signs, symptoms, and what to do if a suspected concussion occurs.
Coaching in Canada
Elevate your understanding of the sport system in Canada, including expectations of coaches and sport organizations.
Quality Coaching
The Quality Coaching Toolkit provides tangible ways for coaches and sport organizations to implement positive coaching strategies. It is based on the research findings in the Embracing Excellence Report.
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Body Confident Sport program
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Did you know low body confidence is the biggest reason girls drop out of sport? The Coaching Association of Canada is proud to be part of the Body Confident Sport program with Laureus, Dove, and Nike to give coaches the tools to empower girls with a lifetime of confidence.
Together, we can make sport a place where all girls feel like they belong. Take the free training modules online and learn how to better support and educate your athletes.
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Abuse-Free Sport is Canada’s independent system for preventing and addressing maltreatment in sport. As a program signatory, the CAC is an active player in this movement. Click here to learn more about the Abuse-Free Sport program and available support services.