Our Safe Sport Principles

Manitoba Rush FC ensures all programs follow the National Safe Sport Framework, which prioritizes:

• Safety — physical, emotional, and psychological

• Inclusion — every child, every identity, every ability

• Integrity — ethical behaviour and professional boundaries

• Transparency — clear policies and reporting systems

• Accountability — consistent enforcement of standards

These principles guide our coaches, staff, volunteers, players, and families.

We Are a Proud RCM Signatory

The Responsible Coaching Movement is a national initiative designed to protect young athletes and ensure ethical, transparent coaching environments.

Manitoba Rush FC’s RCM commitment includes:

✔ Rule of Two All interactions must include:

• Two screened adults or

• One adult with the interaction in an open, observable, and interruptible environment

✔ Background Screening All coaches and volunteers undergo:

• Criminal Record Checks

• Vulnerable Sector Checks

• Annual declarations

• Regular screening aligned with your Risk Management Framework

✔ Ethics & Training Requirements Coaches complete:

• Respect in Sport

• Safe Sport Training

• Making Ethical Decisions

• NCCP training modules

• Rush-specific global safety training (if applicable)

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