The Canadian Tenpin Federation is fully committed to creating a safe, inclusive, and respectful environment for all participants in the sport of bowling. To support this objective, several training programs are available to encourage accountability, respect, and positive interactions. As part of this commitment, the CTF requires all UCCMS participants to complete the Safe Sport Training Module provided by the Coaching Association of Canada or the Respect Group Activity Leaders training. These initiatives help ensure a safe and welcoming community for everyone.
Education
CTF Safe Sport Training
Safe Sport Training
The module is free and only takes 90 minutes; it provides participants with the tools and resources to recognize, address, and prevent maltreatment in sport. It aligns with UCCMS and Sport Canada’s requirements for safe sport education.
Visit the safe sport training module here: https://safesport.coach.ca/
The organization is also requiring that any national coach and/or judge complete the safe sport training and provide an up-to-date background check.
Enchanced Police Information Check
CAC has recently teamed up with SterlingBackcheck (SBC), Canada’s leading background screening provider, to provide an online criminal record check process at a low price of $25 (+tax) per applicant. SBC’s Enhanced Police Information Check (E-PIC) provides a secure database to store and share results, manage renewals, and track the progress of individual checks.
Respect in Sport Training
The Canadian Tenpin Federation encourages all registered participants to complete the “Respect in Sport” training, which is available on a voluntary basis unless directed by your NSO. This training is strongly recommended for coaches, support staff, officials, volunteers, and parents across the country and is offered on a user-pay basis. The program fosters respect, inclusion, and a positive environment in the sport of bowling.
For more details and previews of Respect in Sport programs, including courses for Activity Leaders and Parents, visit https://ctf.respectgroupinc.com. Recommended courses include Respect in Sport for Parents, Gender Equity Lens, and Keeping Girls in Sport. Manitoba residents are advised to contact the Manitoba Tenpin Federation for access to these programs at https://www.mbtenpinfed.com/.
Respect in Sport for Activity Leaders
No-Cost Access for Certified Participants
Certified Coaches, Team Leaders, Managers, Officials, and Club Volunteers can access the Respect in Sport training at no cost. To receive your access code, email ctf@tenpincanada.com.
Course Details
- Duration: 2.5 hours (online) – The course does not need to be completed in one sitting.
- Professional Development: Coaches with an NCCP number will earn 3 PD points upon completion.