No Tolerance for Violence Code - Pilot Project for Youth Hockey in Nanaimo

The Nanaimo Minor Hockey Association announced today that it is introducing a Pilot Project designed to make youth hockey in Nanaimo safer and more fun. The project, entitled “The No Tolerance for Violence Code” is the first attempt by a Youth Hockey organization to specifically target activities of a violent and disrespectful nature on and off the ice. The Pilot Project is sponsoredby the Great Canadian Casino and the City of Nanaimo.

The Code is designed to educate children in youth hockey that violence is not an acceptable part of the game and to draw a distinct line between acceptable and unacceptable conduct. Nanaimo players should enjoy the highest level of safety without compromising the pursuit of competitive play, says Chuck Blanaru, President of Nanaimo Minor Hockey. The Code applies to players, coaches and parents (spectators). The Player’s Code mandates: playing by the rules; not acting in a disrespectful way towards the referee; being mindful of an opponent’s safety; and controlling their actions on the ice. The Coach’s Code is a variant of the Player’s Code and also adds that the Coach will not tolerate violence on the part of his or her players and that theCoach will not antagonize others within the arena. The Parents (Spectator’s) Code, similar to the Coach’s Code, obligates a parent to leave the arena if they can’t control themselves and the parent must also not antagonize others.

The Code will be prominently displayed in the spectator area of each Nanaimo arena and within the player dressing rooms. Players will not receive their team jerseys until they agree to adhere to the Code.

All players, coaches or parents acting in a violent or disrespectful way will receive a letter and will be asked to provide a written response. Interviews may also be required. All acts of a violent or disrespectful nature will result in a reprimand or suspension, adds Blanaru.

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