Universal Code of Conduct to Prevent and Address Maltreatment in Sport (UCCMS)
The Universal Code of Conduct to Prevent and Address Maltreatment in Sport (UCCMS) is the core document that sets harmonized rules to be adopted by sport organizations that receive funding from the Government of Canada to advance a respectful sport culture that delivers quality, inclusive, accessible, welcoming and safe sport experiences.
As of April 1, 2025, the Canadian Centre for Ethics in Sport (CCES) will independently administer the UCCMS through the application of the new Canadian Safe Sport Program (CSSP) Rules for federally funded, national-level sport organizations.
Wrestling Canada Lutte (WCL) Policies
WCL Safe Sport Policy Manual. Quick reference to specific sections in the policy:
- Definitions
- Athlete Protection Policy
- Code of Conduct & Ethics
- Abuse Policy
- Discipline & Complaints Policy
- Appeal Policy
- Reciprocation Policy
- Social Media Policy
- Screening Policy
WCL Canadian Safe Sport Program Participants (effective April 1, 2025)
WCL Complaint Procedure
WCL Appeal Procedure
Rule of Two Guidelines
Concussion Protocol
Canadian Anti-Doping Program
Training, Screening & Consent Requirements
Safe Sport Training, Screening & Consent Requirements
SCREENING
Enhanced Police Information Checks (E-PICs)
Vulnerable Sector Check (VSC) – Template Letter Request (Coaches)
Vulnerable Sector Check (VSC) – Template Letter Request (Team Medical)
TRAINING
Coaching Association of Canada:
Safe Sport Training – Creating a culture where everyone can thrive is a shared responsibility. Safe Sport Training was developed to help anyone involved in sport — whether you have direct contact with athletes or work in the background — to promote physical, psychological, and social health, in line with the Universal Code of Conduct to Prevent and Address Maltreatment in Sport.
Make Ethical Decisions – The module equips coaches to handle challenging ethical situations with confidence and surety. It helps coaches identify the legal, ethical, and moral implications of difficult situations that present themselves in team and individual sports.
Making Head Way Concussion eLearning – NCCP Making Head Way in Sport is the NCCP’s free, online answer to the prevalence and ambiguity of concussions in sport. Parents, coaches, and athletes all benefit from knowing as much as possible about concussions; this online learning tool is designed to help coaches gain the knowledge and skills required to ensure the safety of their athletes.
Respect Programs:
WCL first partnered with Respect Group in 2017 as part of its broader commitment to Safe Sport and adopted mandated “Respect” training for staff and members of the Board of Directors. Respect Group was co-founded by former NHLer Sheldon Kennedy in 2004, and partnered with the Canadian Red Cross to create a best-in-class e-learning curriculum with the aim of preventing bullying, abuse, harassment and discrimination (BAHD).
WCL is now providing access to training and education (on a user-pay basis) for staff, coaches, medical personnel and the BOD through “Respect in Sport for Activity Leaders” and for parents through “Respect in Sport for Parents” modules.
Respect in Sport for Activity Leaders
For: Staff, Coaches, Medical Personnel, Team Leaders & BOD
Cost: $30 per person
Duration: 2.5 hours online, does not have to be completed in one sitting
Individuals with a NCCP number will receive 3 PD points upon completion
Respect in Sport for Parents
For: Parents and Family of Athletes
Cost: $12 per household
Duration: 1 hour online, does not have to be completed in one sitting
Concussion Safety
Policy
External eLearning (Coaching Association of Canada):
NCCP Making Head Way Concussion eLearning – Designed to help you gain the knowledge and skills required to ensure the safety of your athletes, this NCCP Professional Development module will make you concussion smart! Choose the Sport (Generic) module. You should expect to spend 60-90 minutes completing the module.
Additional Resources
Amsterdam 2022 International Consensus Statement on Concussion in Sport – This consensus document reflects the current state of knowledge on Concussion in Sport and is updated every 4 years by experts in the field.
Parachute: Canadian Guideline on Concussion in Sport (2nd edition) – Parachute Canada’s national guideline that covers pre-season education and the recognition, medical diagnosis, and management of athletes who sustain a suspected concussion during a sport activity.
Parachute: Statement on Concussion Baseline Testing in Canada – Parachute Canada’s clarification of the role of concussion baseline testing for Canadian youth and adult athletes.
Concussion in Sport Resources – Sport Information Resource Centre (SIRC)
Concussion Awareness – Coaching Association of Canada (CAC)
Mental Health
External Resources
News
Aug 22, 2024 – Sport Environment Assessment on Wrestling Released by Abuse-Free Sport
Aug 04, 2023 – WCL to Participate in Sport Environment Assessment
Jan 13, 2023 – Safe Sport Policy Manual Amendment on Independent Third Parties
Dec 29, 2022 – WCL Joins Abuse-Free Sport
Jul 8, 2021 – WCL Announces AGM Updates
Jun 18, 2021 – Safe Sport Information Session
Dec 07, 2020 – WCL Conducts Safe Sport Town Halls
Oct 22, 2020 – Safety First National Task Force completes Final Report
Sep 13, 2019 – Update on Report Concerning Independent Review of Coaching Culture for WCL
Jul 24, 2019 – Lessons From The Mat – A Commitment by Wrestling Canada to Shape a World-Leading Culture
Jul 11, 2019 – WCL Members Endorse Increased Safe Sport Initiatives
Dec 17, 2018 – Canadian wrestlers pen open letter to Sport Minister
Dec 03, 2018 – Report Concerning Independent Review of Coaching Culture for WCL
Dec 03, 2018 – Open Letter to Members
Jul 27, 2018 – WCL to Engage in Safe Sport Initiatives
