Code of Conduct

False Creek Racing Canoe Society Code of Conduct

for Directors, staff, coaches, FCRCC & FCSCC members, volunteers, and contractors

 

Application of the Codes of Conduct

The General Code of Conduct applies to all False Creek Racing Canoe Society dba False Creek Racing Canoe Club (“FCRCC”) directors, staff, members, coaches (for FCRCC and independent programs), volunteers and contractors.

In addition, coaches have further responsibilities under the Code of Conduct for Coaches, and directors have further responsibilities under the Code of Conduct for Directors.

These Codes of Conduct apply to conduct during any activities, programs and events that are under the direct control or management of FCRCC, as well as any situation where a person who is subject to these Codes of Conduct is acting on behalf of or as a representative of FCRCC.  Such situations include, but are not limited to, where a person covered by these Codes of Conduct is acting in the context of written or electronic communications, social media, or in person.

These Codes of Conduct should be read in conjunction with any contract or agreement entered into between FCRCC and its directors, managers, staff, coaches, volunteers and contractors.

These Codes of Conduct may be reviewed, amended, deleted or replaced at any time by a resolution of the FCRCC Executive Board.

 

General Code of Conduct

All FCRCC directors, staff, coaches, members and volunteers have the responsibility to:

• adhere to the operational and safety policies of FCRCC and, where applicable, the safety policies of the governing national organization for the sporting activity (e.g., Canadian Outrigger Racing Association for outrigger, Dragon Boat Canada for dragon boat, Canoe Kayak Canada for sprint canoe and kayak)
• adhere to the operational and safety decisions established by FCRCC staff; place safety above all else, and report any safety concerns or incidents to the FCRCC safety officer and/or other appropriate staff as soon as possible;
• demonstrate professionalism, ethical behaviour, mutual respect and the spirit of good sportsmanship;
• refrain from the use of profane, insulting, harassing or otherwise offensive language;
• abide by the FCRCC Anti-Discrimination and Anti-Harassment Policy
• abstain from consuming alcohol and non-medicinal drugs when working at or leading FCRCC activities, programs, or events;
• if consuming alcohol in association with FCRCC social events, do so responsibly;
• act in the best interests of FCRCC;
• not knowingly place themselves in a situation that would give rise to a conflict between their personal interests and the interests of FCRCC, per the FCRCC Conflict of Interest Policy
• maintain the confidentiality of all information and records that are the property of FCRCC and that are treated as confidential by FCRCC, and not reveal or make use of such information until it becomes a matter of general public knowledge;
• be aware of the identity of FCRCC’s sponsors, be supportive of their role as sponsors and refrain from displaying support for sponsors’ competitors when involved in FCRCC activities, programs and events;
• use FCRCC tangible and intangible assets, including equipment, computers, credit cards, email accounts, and logos, in a manner that is consistent with these Codes of Conduct.

 

Additional Code of Conduct for Coaches

In addition to adhering to the General Code of Conduct, all coaches (for FCRCC and independent programs) must:

• be mindful that the relationship between athlete and coach gives coaches the power to play an influential role in the personal as well as the athletic development of their athletes. Coaches must use such power carefully and not abuse it. Coaches can be influential through their behaviour and conduct, not only in conveying the values and image of their sport but also in projecting values for life;
• consistently display high personal and professional standards and project a positive image of their sport and of coaching;
• ensure a safe training environment by selecting activities and establishing controls that are suitable for age, experience, ability and fitness levels of athletes;
• be mindful of the safety of athletes under their direction at all times and adhere to the safety rules in force at training and competition sites;
• abide by the rules of racing, practice good sportsmanship, treat opponents and officials with respect both in victory and defeat, and actively encourage athletes to do so;
• refrain from public criticism of other coaches, especially when speaking to athletes or recruiting athletes;
• direct comments or constructive criticism at the athlete’s performance rather than the athlete personally;
• if a team selection process is to be conducted, ensure that athletes are made aware of the details of the team selection process;
• actively assist in sustaining the present and future health of athletes by communicating and cooperating with registered medical practitioners in the diagnosis, treatment and management of injuries and other associated health or fitness problems;
• consider the future health and well-being of athletes as paramount when making decisions regarding an injured athlete’s ability to continue training or competing;
• respect the confidentiality of an athlete’s medical information and refrain from disclosing or discussing it with any person or entity other than the athlete, his or her health advisors and coaching staff without the express and/or implied consent of the athlete;
• accept and promote athletes’ personal goals and, as need and opportunity arises, refer athletes to other coaches and sport performance specialists;
• in the case of minors, communicate and cooperate with the athlete’s parents/guardians and involve them in decisions pertinent to the athlete’s development where practical to do so;
• consider the academic pressures placed on student-athletes and conduct training and events in a manner that supports academic success;
• refrain from any behaviour or conduct that abuses the power imbalance inherent in the coaching position.

 

Additional Code of Conduct for Directors

In addition to adhering to the General Code of Conduct, all FCRCC directors must:

• be familiar with and comply with the B.C. Societies Act, under which FCRCC is constituted;
• be familiar with and comply with FCRCC’s constitution and bylaws;
• act honestly and in good faith and in the best interests of FCRCC (see section 53(1)(a) of the B.C. Societies Act);
• exercise the care, diligence and skill that a reasonably prudent individual would exercise in comparable circumstances (see section 53(1)(b) of the B.C. Societies Act);
• if a director is directly or indirectly interested in a proposed contract or transaction with FCRCC, fully and promptly disclose the nature and extent of the interest to the other directors, and must comply with the applicable provisions of the Society Act (see sections 56 to 58 of the B.C. Societies Act).