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Conduct and Policies

Rule of Two

The Coaching Association of Canada’s Rule of Two states that there will always be two screened and NCCP-trained or certified coaches with an athlete in situations where the athlete is potentially vulnerable. One–on–one interactions between a coach and an athlete, without another individual present, must be avoided in all circumstances except medical emergencies.

Code of Conduct to Protect Children

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The Burnaby District Metro Select Program (BDMS) has developed the following Child Protection Code of Conduct to guide our employees/volunteers in their interactions with children.

The safety, rights and well-being of children we serve are at the core of our daily programs. We nurture supportive relationships with children while balancing and encouraging appropriate boundaries.

Inappropriate Conduct Policy

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Here is a quick reference on steps for reporting Inappropriate Conduct within a sporting environment.

Code of Conduct and Ethics

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BDMS follows and adheres to the BC Soccer Conduct, Ethics and Discipline Policy.

Child Abuse Reporting Reference

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This is a quick reference for reporting Child Abuse within a sporting environment:

Guidelines for Adults Interacting with Children

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The purpose of these guidelines is to establish a common understanding of expectations for
adults interacting with children in sport, and a sense of safety for those who need to bring forward any concerns of misconduct towards children.

Coach Code of Conduct

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BDMS coaches are expected to abide by the BC Soccer Code of Conduct for coaches.

Parent Code of Conduct

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BDMS parents are expected to abide by the BC Soccer Code of Conduct for Parents.

Social Media Policy

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BDMS athletes, coaches, volunteers and atheltes are expected to abide by the policies and guidelines as set out in the BC Soccer Social Media Policy.