SAFE SPOrt in triathlon

Triathlon Alberta supports safe and welcoming sport environments within our Triathlon and Multisport community. Please see the following resources listed below that are currently available. If you have any questions on this topic, please do not hesitate to contact us at info@triathlonalberta.ca.

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Process for reporting

Triathlon Alberta is committed to advancing a respectful sport culture that delivers quality, inclusive, welcoming and safe sport experiences.

Triathlon Alberta takes reports of misconduct very seriously.  In partnership with our provincial and national stakeholders, we work hard to develop a safe, fair and anonymous reporting structure for multisport  in Alberta. Creating a safe training and competitive environment for all members is Triathlon Alberta’s number one priority and a responsibility we share with all sport participants.  If you have been a victim of or witness to harassment or discrimination, please reach out to the independent third party case manager designated to receive your complaint and consider contacting the Canadian Sport Helpline.

A more detailed outline of the reporting process can be found on our National Sport Organization’s Discipline and Complaints Policy –  Triathlon Canada Discipline and Complaints Policy.  The following is a condensed summary of the reporting steps.

  • Any individual may report an incident or complaint to Triathlon Canada via our Case Manager in writing.

  • All reported incidents are handled by a designated third party Case Manager (see below).

  • The Case Manager will determine how the case is handled depending on the severity of the allegations.

Under Provincial Legislation, if you have reasonable grounds to suspect that a participant is or may be suffering from emotional abuse, physical abuse, and/or sexual abuse, you should immediately report the suspicion and the information on which it is based to the local child protection agency and/or the local police department. In Alberta, call the Child Abuse hotline 1-800-387-KIDS (5437).

CASE MANAGER

All reports will be handled first by Triathlon Canada’s designated third party Case Manager:

Organization: Integrity Group
Case Manager: Heather MacKenzie
Email: integrity@telus.net
Phone: (604) 689-4244

Reports should be submitted in writing to Integrity Group.

MINOR INCIDENTS

If the alleged incident is determined NOT to include an element of discrimination, harassment, violence or abuse it will be considered a minor infraction and the case will be handled by representatives of  Triathlon Alberta’s Board of Directors and Executive Director. Examples include:

  • Disrespectful conduct

  • Minor incidents of violence (tripping, pushing etc.)

  • Conduct contrary to the values of Triathlon Alberta

  • Non-Compliance with Triathlon Alberta’s policies, procedures, rules or regulations

  • Minor violations of Triathlon Alberta’s Code of Conduct

MAJOR INCIDENTS

If the alleged incident is determined to contain an element of discrimination, harassment, violence, or abuse the Case Manager MUST appoint an independent third party such as the Sport Dispute Resolution Center of Canada (SDRCC) to investigate the complaint.  Triathlon Alberta must also adhere to any reporting requirements mandated by the federal government. Examples include:

  • A conviction for any Criminal Code offense

    1. Major incidents of violence (e.g., fighting, attacking, sucker punching)

    2. Major or repeated violations of Triathlon Canada’s Code of Conduct and Ethics

    3. Pranks, jokes, or other activities that endanger the safety of others

    4. Conduct that intentionally interferes with a competition or with any athlete’s preparation for a competition

    5. Conduct that intentionally damages Triathlon Canada’s or its partner’s or sponsor’s image, credibility, or reputation

    6. Consistent disregard for Triathlon Canada’s bylaws, policies, rules, and regulations

    7. Intentionally damaging Triathlon Canada’s property or improperly handling Triathlon Canada’s monies

    8. Abusive use of alcohol, any use or possession of alcohol by minors, or use or possession of illicit drugs and narcotics

    9. Any possession or use of banned performance enhancing drugs or methods

    10. Repeated minor incidents