Resources
CTF Safe Sport Resources
Creating a safe training and competitive environment for all members of the Canadian Tenpin Federation is our top priority. We share this responsibility with all participants in the sport of bowling.
The Canadian Tenpin Federation is committed to maintaining a sport environment that is free from abuse and discrimination. We have zero tolerance for any form of abuse and encourage individuals to report any incidents of abuse, harassment, or discrimination.
Open & Observable Environments (Rule of 2)
Open, observable, and justifiable interactions and communications are strongly recommended to foster safety, enhance protection, and help reduce vulnerability of both the athlete and adult(s) in a position of trust.
Commonly referred to as the Rule of Two, it means that there will always be two screened and safety-trained adults with a participant, especially a minor athlete, when in a potentially vulnerable situation.
Vulnerable situations include but are not limited to:
- Closed doors meetings
- Medical treatments
- Travel to and from training, competitions, events, or activities
- Any training or competitive environments without a second coach or responsible adult present (in the gym, in the weight room, etc.)
- Electronic communications
True Sport
What is True Sport?
True Sport is an approach to values-based sport that is underpinned by seven principles: Go For It, Play Fair, Respect Others, Keep It Fun, Stay Healthy, Include Everyone, and Give Back. When the True Sport Principles are integral to the sport experience, we instill character in participants, strengthen communities, and increase opportunities for excellence. To put it simply, True Sport is dedicated to the idea that good sport can make a great difference.
True Sport is important as the principles it lays out helps us build the sport that both we and our participants want! It works best when everyone together can commit to the True Sport principles. There are some resources below that can be used to promote the True Sport principles iwithin the sport.
- True Sport Website – everything you need to know about True Sport
- Principles in Action Graphic
- True Sport Principles Poster in 15 languages!
Anti-Doping
CTF has adopted the 2021 Canadian Anti-Doping Program (CADP) as its primary domestic anti-doping policy. Administered on behalf of CTF by the Canadian Centre for Ethics in Sport (CCES), the 2021 CADP is fully compliant with the 2021 World Anti-Doping Code, International Standards and Guidelines as they may exist from time to time. To view or download, please visit https://education.cces.ca/#/resources/category
In addition, CTF, as a member federation of WADA must also be fully compliant with the WADA anti-doping rules. To view or download the WADA anti-doping rules, please visit www.wada-ama.org
In the event of a conflict between other anti-doping policies established by CTF and the 2021 CADP and/or the WADA anti-doping rules, the WADA rules shall prevail.
Every athlete and other person participating in the Sport shall reasonably cooperate with the CCES or another anti-doping organization investigating anti-doping rule violations and a failure to do so may be the basis for disciplinary action within the Sport.
The Athlete is responsible for completing the online education provided by the CCES. Information will be sent to the Athlete’s by High Performance Director/ At the completion of the program by the specified time frame, a certificate shall be signed and returned to the High Performance Director.
The CCES has launched a new bilingual e-learning program at:
Equity, Diversity and Inclusion
The Canadian Tenpin Federation (CTF) is an inclusive organization and welcomes full participation of all individuals in our programs and activities, irrespective of race, ethnic origin, citizenship, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, family status or disability. We strive to create a culture and structure of sport to ensure it becomes equally accessible to everyone in society.
CTF will:
- Achieve inclusion, sport equity in the administration, policies, and programs of CTF
- Play a positive role in raising the awareness and understanding of inclusion and sport equity among its Registrants and Members
Mental Health
The Canadian Tenpin Federation supports the mental health of all participants in the sport, at whichever level they participate. To perform the best on the lanes, athletes and participants must take care of their mental health off the lanes.
The Canadian Centre for Mental Health and Sport (CCMHS) is a registered charity supporting the mental health and performance of competitive and high-performance athletes, coaches, and performing artists. The CCMHS is the first Centre in Canada to offer collaborative sport/performance-focused mental health care services designed to help athletes, coaches, and performing artists achieve their performance goals while preserving their mental health and well-being. The CCMHS provides mental health services to competitive and high-performance athletes and coaches, as well as competitive performing artists. Here are the eligibility criteria:
- Must be 16+ years of age
- Must be a Canadian citizen or permanent resident
- Must participate in a sport or performance domain at a competitive or high-performance level
- Must be experiencing mental health challenges
To learn more about the CCMHS or to reach out for support, please click here: https://www.ccmhs-ccsms.ca/.
*It must be noted that the CCMHS is not a partner of the Canadian Tenpin Federation (CTF), but is instead a resource for mental health; CTF does not control who is approved.
Concussion Protocol
CTF’s Concussion Protocol
While concussions are not a common occurrence in the sport of tenpin bowling, it is important that athletes, coaches, parents, and volunteers are aware of the signs and symptoms of concussions. The Canadian Tenpin Federation (CTF) has developed its own Concussion Protocol to help guide the management of athletes and registrants who may have a suspected concussion while participating in tenpin bowling. This protocol applies whether the suspected concussion occurred within or outside the sport environment.
Awareness Tools & Training
Concussion Awareness Tool French
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Kids Help Line
If you are feeling depressed or anxious, please tell someone you trust or contact the Kids Help Line at 1-800-668-6868 or text 686868.
Self-care includes your mental health; it’s not restricted to your physical health. If you want some guidance on how to create a self-care plan: https://www.ccmhs-ccsms.ca/selfcare
Policies
As part of the Canadian Tenpin Federation becoming a Program Signatory of OSIC, they have conducted a thorough review of all their policies; in conducting this review, they have adapted some of their policies to be better in line with UCCMS and adopted new ones. The changed new policies include: