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Our priority is to keep our players safe on and off the field, and the ensure that matches run smoothly and without interruption. The resources found here are to ensure the safety of our players, coaches, match officials and volunteers, and to ensure our community has the knowledge to empower them to take action, and prevent any incidents from happening on and off the pitch.

Transgender Inclusion Policy Implementation Guide

Immediate Incident Response Guide

Media Access & Accreditation Policy

Rugby Canada’s PlaySmart is a Player Welfare program that aims to educate players, parents, coaches, match officials and administrators across Canada on the safety of rugby. Important areas included in PlaySmart are coach and match official training requirements, TackleSmart Coach Reference Manual, Rugby Canada Safe Sport framework, heat and lightning safety guidelines, age banding policy, and more.

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