Former NHL hockey player and author Sheldon Kennedy will be the honourary spokesperson for the Respect in Sport program.
"This program is an important tool to help kids get the positive
benefits of organized sport without the negatives that can occur," said
Robinson. "I am very pleased Sheldon Kennedy will be the spokesperson
for Respect in Sport, as he is a champion of protecting players across
Canada."
Respect in Sport is a grassroots online tool that helps sport and
community organizations deliver on their commitment to create a safer
environment for all participants. As a delivery partner of the Canadian
Red Cross - RespectED curriculum, Respect in Sport provides an
Internet-based training tool that promotes respect, helps to prevent
abuse and creates a simple process to promote a safe haven for children
and young adults. Through this education, coaches are better equipped
to help youth build self-esteem, learn the value of participating in
sport, experience the thrill of participation and still have fun.
"Coaches are at the forefront of our sport delivery system," said Sport
Manitoba president and CEO Jeff Hnatiuk. "Through education, we are
committed to developing the best coaches possible. Respect in Sport
complements their certification requirements and we look at all coaches
and all participants in all the sports we recognize in Manitoba to
benefit from this program."
The minister noted that with Respect in Sport, Manitoba has become the
first province in Canada to take this proactive step in making sport a
safer, more respectful environment for all participants.
The program is expected to be available to coaches in Manitoba in November.
More information on the program can be found at ...