The Canadian Centre for Ethics in Sport believes that for sport to deliver on its promise to Canadians it has to be values-based and principle-driven.
On the heels of the Vancouver Olympic and Paralympic Games, the recognition of the benefits and importance of sport is increasing in Canadian society.
But, for sport to fulfill its potential it must be it must be good sport – or what in Canada we have come to call true sport.With this in mind and with an eye to the future, the Canadian Centre for Ethics in Sport would like to share what it sees as the top six threats to true sport.
It’s just a shame that this was done as a way in which to “teach us” about sport in Canada or has it been around for years and no one noticed until now?
SIX THREATS:
1) Doping continues to threaten the very integrity of sport.
2) Violence in sport is making it a game of survival.
3) Parents behaving badly – berating coaches, players and their own children from the sidelines – take all the fun out of sport.
4) Weak community sport governance, causes lack of trust and confidence in local sport organizations.
5) Lack of access and inclusion continues to limit the access to sport for those who may benefit the most.
6) Negative sport practices and behaviours in professional sport influence adults and children alike.
Violence in sport seems to be rivalling doping for top spot. Sports violence can be defined as behaviour that causes harm, occurs outside of the rules of the sport and is unrelated to the competitive objectives of the sport.
An increase in both frequency and seriousness of acts of violence has been reported. Increased violence in sport is making sport a game of survival. It is causing serious harm to athletes, young and old, and may be driving young athletes out of sport for good.
Limits on violence in sport must be established: limits that reflect Canadian values and our tolerance for violence outside of sport. Canadians must engage to help set the limits and to help define violence in sport and to express their level of tolerance.
As a result, the Canadian Centre for Ethics in Sport will traverse the country hosting community conversations on violence in sport.
“We heard from Canadians about their feelings on the issue of violence in sport,” said Paul Melia, President and CEO of the Canadian Centre for Ethics in Sport.
“We believe that working with Canadians across the country will help us to make recommendations to communities, sport and governments on effective ways to mitigate violence in sport.”
The Canadian Centre for Ethics in Sport is an independent, national, not-for profit organization.
We recognize that true sport can make a great difference for individuals, communities and our country.
We are committed to working collaboratively to activate a values-based and principle-driven sport system; protecting the integrity of sport from the negative forces of doping and other unethical threats; and advocating for sport that is fair, safe and open to everyone.
About Sportswave
Sportswave Productions is located in Delta, BC.
Sportswave promotes/broadcasts Amateur Sports within the Lower Mainland.
Sportswave Productions is owned and operated by Steve Erickson who has a long standing career within the broadcasting and refereeing for Minor League Sports in BC and across Canada.
Steve is recognized by his peers, associations, communities and colleagues for his endless contributions to multiple Amateur Sports within the Lower Mainland.
Steve was recognized as Volunteer of the Year Award by the Delta Chamber of Commerce in 2015 and inducted into the Vancouver Canadians Baseball Hall of Fame in 2017.
He was recognized by Ravi Kahlon, BC’s MLA Minister for Jobs, Economic Recovery and Innovation in September 11, 2017.
In December 2022 he was Awarded the Queen Elizabeth II Platinum Jubilee Pin.
Awarded Rotary Paul Harris Fellow Award for tangible for significant assistant given for the better understanding and friendly relations among peoples of the world.
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