Code of Conduct Form - Nanaimo Curling Club

Appendix F
Failure To Comply With Code Of Conduct
Overview
Youth sport seems to have changed over the years. Today athletes, coaches, parents and spectators often
need to be reminded of the expectations placed on them. It is in the child's and team's best interest if everyone
adheres to a code of conduct that upholds the highest standard of ethics and good sportsmanship. Youth sports
provide a unique opportunity to teach children the value of sportsmanship and offers everyone the opportunity to
model appropriate behaviour.
Over the past few years nearly every sports organization has seen the need to have a process whereby all
involved sign a formal contract. The NCC Junior Program should conform to this practice. Everyone involved
hopes that enforcement of penalties is not necessary. However we have to be prepared to administer them
should the situation warrant.
Process
Everyone in the program sincerely hopes that no one acts in any manner which contravenes the codes of
conduct. However it is necessary to establish a documented and clearly defined process to handle any issues
that do arise.
• Anyone observing behaviour by an athlete, coach, parent or volunteer which contravenes or appears to
contravene the code of conduct must report the incident to any of the following at the earliest
opportunity
- Junior Program Co-ordinator,
- Any coach/instructor,
- Adult in charge at bonspiels.
• The Junior Coordinator will lead an investigation to determine the veracity of the allegation.
• If the investigation upholds the contravention, the offender may be subject to measures which include,
but are not limited to:
1. Informal reprimand (oral)
2. Formal reprimand (written)
3. Temporary suspension from the program
4. Permanent suspension from the program
Full or partial refunds for any suspension shall not be granted.