Safe Sport Program Policy 

Overview  

The Hamilton Skating Club is committed to supporting Skate Canada’s enhanced National Safe Sport Program, which outlines the standards and practices required to foster a safe, inclusive, and respectful environment both on and off the ice.  

 Skate Canada’s Safe Sport Program is designed to embed safety, respect, and well-being into the culture of skating across Canada. The program emphasizes proactive education, robust policy development, and clear, accessible reporting processes to prevent and manage incidents of misconduct, injury, and disputes.  

 As stated by Debra Armstrong, Chief Executive Officer of Skate Canada:  

“Being a leading safe sport organization involves having robust policies and procedures, but also requires deliberate action. As a community, we can provide an environment where everyone feels respected, valued, and supported to reach their full potential.”  

Program Components  

The National Safe Sport Program provides the framework for implementing the following Skate Canada policies and procedures: