TORONTO — Hockey Canada says a 2019 email detailing its desire to self\u002Dgovern its safe\u002Dsport cases does not reflect the organization’s current direction.
“Hockey Canada recognizes that we need to do more to foster a safe and positive environment on and off the ice,” the governing body said in a statement Wednesday. “That is why we are implementing significant changes to how complaints are received and investigated. This includes the creation of a new independent third-party complaint process and becoming a full signatory of the Government’s Office of the Sport Integrity Commissioner.
Weightlifting and volleyball are the only two national sport federations to sign on so far, although dozens of other NSOs are in negotiations. “Hockey Canada’s feedback as part of a 2019 safe sport consultation with the Office of the Minister of Science and Sport, does not reflect our organization’s current thinking or direction on these issues,” Hockey Canada said in the statement. “In fact, contrary to the letter referenced, Hockey Canada proactively participated in the government’s safe sport helpline, which included having third-party investigators investigate any claims it received.
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