The Canada Soccer Standards for Quality Soccer are designed to outline the minimum expectations of member organizations in Canada. It is expected that all member organizations provide a developmentally appropriate, safe, enjoyable, accessible, inclusive and welcoming playing environment for their participants, which differentiates it from non-member soccer and unorganized play. In order to be considered as a quality soccer provider, member organizations must also be in good standing with their governing organization(s) and meet the expectations of membership.
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Canada Soccer Standards for Quality Soccer
The Canada Soccer Standards for Quality Soccer are designed to outline the minimum expectations of member organizations in Canada. It is expected that all member organizations provide a developmentally appropriate, safe, enjoyable, accessible, inclusive and welcoming playing environment for their participants, which differentiates it from non-member soccer and unorganized play. In order to be considered as a quality soccer provider, member organizations must also be in good standing with their governing organization(s) and meet the expectations of membership.
Organizations applying for the Canada Soccer Club Licensing Program, Quality Soccer Providers should provide the following criteria to Ontario Soccer:
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Organization Name |
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Location |
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District / Region (if applicable) |
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Province |
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Membership Status |
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President / Owner |
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Incl. Name, Position, Contact Information (phone and email), Qualifications and Job Description |
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Administrative Lead |
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Incl. Name, Position, Contact Information (phone and email), Qualifications and Job Description |
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Technical Lead |
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Incl. Name, Position, Contact Information (phone and email), and Job Description |
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Program Information: |
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Stream(s) of Participation (Grassroots, Community, Competitive, Development, Performance) |
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Stage(s) / Age(s) of Participation |
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Gender(s) of Participation |
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Club Infrastructure Form – Facilities, Website, other official online locations (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, YouTube, etc.) |
Safe:
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Adheres to Canada Soccer Code of Conduct and Ethics |
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Has a Code of Conduct to Protect Children |
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Has Guidelines for Appropriate/Inappropriate Conduct between Adults/Adolescents and Children |
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Has a Policy requiring that any suspicion of child abuse is reported to law enforcement |
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Has a Policy outlining what to do if you witness inappropriate conduct that is provided to parents, coaches, and team personnel |
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Provides an environment that supports participant’s physical and emotional safety (free of bullying, discrimination, etc.) |
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Supports the Coaches Association of Canada Responsible Coaching Movement: |
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Has a Rule of Two Policy on which it educates players, parents, coaches and team personnel |
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All coaches and team personnel have completed Respect in Sport Activity Leader training |
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All coaches and team personnel have completed proper Background Screening, including a Criminal Record Check (CRC) with Vulnerable Sector Check (VSC) or Enhanced Police Information Check (E-PIC) within the last 3 years |
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Facilities and equipment are safe, well-maintained, and in good condition |
Enjoyable:
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Is committed to providing an enjoyable soccer experience for all participants |
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Is focused on long term participation |
Developmentally Appropriate:
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Programming considers Long Term Player Development (LTPD) stage-appropriate principles |
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Playing Formats Are Aligned to Canada Soccer Guidelines: |
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Number of players on the field and on a team |
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Size of ball, goals, and field |
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Length of game |
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Coach to Player Ratio |
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Coaches are trained and/or certified appropriately for the program in which they coach |
Accessible, Inclusive, and Welcoming:
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Provides programming that targets underrepresented groups as outlined in the Canada Soccer Guide to Accessibility and Inclusion |
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Has programs, partnerships, and/or other mechanisms to reduce barriers to participation |
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Appreciates diversity to ensure everyone feels safe and that they belong regardless of ability and background |
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Coaches are culturally sensitive and programs include culturally appropriate activities |
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Facilities are accessible to participants of all abilities |
Meets the Expectations of Membership with its Governing Organization(s):
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Is a Member in Good Standing with its governing organization(s) |
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Is compliant with the by-laws, policies, and directives of its governing organization(s) |
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Registers all participants with its governing organization(s) |
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Does not interact with non-member organizations unless approved by governing organization(s) |