Safe Sport

🛡 Safe Sport - Edmonton Ringette

Creating a Safe, Inclusive, and Respectful Ringette Community

Edmonton Ringette is committed to providing a sport environment where all participants—athletes, coaches, officials, volunteers, and families—feel safe, supported, and empowered. We believe that safety goes beyond physical well-being; it includes emotional and psychological safety, respect, and inclusion.

We proudly support Ringette Canada’s Safe Sport framework and adhere to the standards set by Ringette Alberta and the Responsible Coaching Movement.

🔗 Key Policies & Guidelines

Resource	Description
Ringette Canada Safe Sport	National policies on abuse prevention, reporting, and athlete protection
Ringette Alberta Safe Sport	Provincial guidelines and reporting procedures
Responsible Coaching Movement	Best practices for coach conduct and athlete safety
Rule of Two	Ensures no adult is ever alone with a minor athlete

🧠 Education & Screening Requirements

All coaches, team staff, and board executives must take:

Respect in Sport for Activity Leaders
Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Screening
Commitment to the Rule of Two

Coaches are required to take additional training, based on the level they are coaching. More information is available on the Ringette Alberta website.

These requirements help ensure a safe and accountable environment for all participants.