In the spring of 2017, Hockey Alberta announced that Parents and Coaches/Team Officials would be required to recertify their Respect in Sport every four seasons.
For the 2019-20 season, the requirement to recertify affects Parents and Coaches/Team Officials who completed their Respect in Sport certification prior to the 2016-17 season.
As with any change, there are questions. Hockey Alberta has compiled the following FAQ to address concerns and questions from parents, coaches and team officials:
https://www.hockeyalberta.ca/uploads/source/Newsletter/RIS-FAQ-May29update.pdf
The Respect in Sport Parent Program helps define a standard of behaviour for all parents and create a more rewarding, safe and respectful environment for everyone involved. Parents want to do a great job supporting their kids. Respect in Sport provides parents with the tools to do just that.
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The Respect in Sport Activity Leader/Coach Program educates coaches and activity leaders to recognize, understand and respond to issues of bullying, abuse, harassment and discrimination. It may be the single most important training leaders receive to assist in creating a safe, healthy and respectful environment for all participants. NOTE: Speak Out is no longer recognized as a relevant program for coaches.