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Safe Sport at OWIFA

Our Commitment
The Ontario Women’s Intercollegiate Football Association (OWIFA) is committed to providing a
safe, respectful, and inclusive environment for all athletes, coaches, officials, volunteers, and participants.
Creating a positive sport experience is fundamental to our league. Every participant has the
right to train, compete, and participate in football free from abuse, harassment, discrimination,
bullying, or other forms of maltreatment.

Adoption of the UCCMS

OWIFA has formally adopted the Universal Code of Conduct to Prevent and Address Maltreatment in Sport (UCCMS) — Canada’s national standard for promoting safe, respectful sport environments.
The UCCMS establishes clear expectations for behaviour and outlines prohibited conduct across all levels of sport.
The Code applies to all OWIFA participants, including:

  • Athletes

  • Coaches and team staff

  • Officials

  • Volunteers

  • Board members and league representatives

By adopting the UCCMS, OWIFA aligns with national Safe Sport standards and reinforces our
commitment to athlete wellbeing, accountability, and respect.

Implementation in Progress

OWIFA is currently implementing the policies, reporting processes, and education resources
required to fully support the UCCMS within our league.

This work includes:

  • Establishing reporting pathways for concerns

  • Developing complaint intake and response procedures

  • Providing Safe Sport education resources to member teams

  • Aligning league policies with national standards

Additional information and resources will be published as they become available.

Reporting Concerns (Interim Process)

OWIFA encourages anyone who experiences or witnesses behaviour inconsistent with the
UCCMS to come forward.


While OWIFA finalizes its full Safe Sport reporting framework, concerns may be reported
through the following interim contact:

Safe Sport Contact (Interim)


Email: owifa.exec@gmail.com


All reports will be handled respectfully and confidentially. Retaliation against individuals who
raise concerns in good faith is not permitted.


If there is an immediate risk to safety, please contact local emergency services.

What to Expect

OWIFA is committed to ensuring concerns are addressed fairly and responsibly. As implementation progresses, participants will have access to:

  • ï‚· Clear reporting options

  • ï‚· Independent review processes where appropriate

  • ï‚· Education and prevention resources

  • ï‚· Transparent Safe Sport procedures

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