Vancity Theatre

Join viaSport on November 21st for an impactful and empowering day of expert-led discussion, policy development, and networking on protecting youth from sexual abuse in sport.

 

In partnership with the Coaching Association of Canada, the Canadian Centre for Child Protection, and the Respect Group, viaSport is uniting leaders who are passionate about making the changes needed so that sport is a safe and welcoming place for all children.

 

With an estimated 2-8% of (reported) athletes experiencing sexual abuse in sport, events like this are critical to driving change within the system.

 

This is an open event for anyone who wishes to attend and impact change within sport in B.C.

Capacity is limited so register today to secure your spot.

 

 

 

 

9:30 AM - 9:45 AM | Introduction and Welcome - Lorraine Lafrenière

 

9:45 AM - 11:15 AM | Film Screening: Swift Current

A feature length documentary exploring former NHLer Sheldon Kennedy's journey from young hockey player sexually abused by his junior hockey coach to his work today as a crusader for victims of abuse in Canada and worldwide

 

11:15 AM - 11:30 AM | Break

 

11:30 AM - 12:30 PM | Panel Discussion

Moderator: Lorraine Lafrenière

Panelists: Sheldon Kennedy, Wayne McNeil, Shelley Coolidge, Sheila Bouman, Noni Classen

 

12:30 PM - 1:30 PM | Lunch and Networking

 

1:30 PM - 4:30 PM | Policy Development Workshop

Facilitated by the Canadian Centre for Child Protection, sport organizations will have the opportunity to engage around critical policy changes, (toward protecting children from abuse) and how to identify, address, and prevent sexual abuse within sport.