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Hockey Calgary introduces Respect in Sport Parent Program
Hockey Calgary, the largest hockey association in Alberta, is pleased to announce a new partnership with Respect in Sport, Canada’s only online certification program dedicated to protecting our youth and enhancing an organization's mandate for a safe, fun and respectful environment.
Hockey Calgary will be the first amateur sports association in Canada to adopt the Respect in Sport Parent Education Program. The one-hour online course focuses on a variety of topics including player development, and interaction with the children, coaches and other parents. It will give parents a tool to evaluate their own behaviour and recognize their natural influence. “It sets a standard of appropriate rules for everyone. And, it empowers good parents to be better,” said Wayne McNeil, cofounder of Respect in Sport.
“Hockey Calgary’s number one priority is providing a safe and fun environment for our players,” said Perry Cavanagh, president of Hockey Calgary. “The partnership with Respect in Sport will help us promote our values by educating and supporting all levels of involvement, parents included.”
Parents are encouraged to learn more about the Parent Education Program. Cavanagh expects the program will be warmly embraced. “Every parent, myself included, will benefit from the course material. We all want our children to be successful, hardworking and respectful - on and off the ice. The best way we can support our kids is to set the tone ourselves by cheering, coaching and encouraging with respect.”
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