Policies

VA Membership & Registrant Policy
This Policy was revised and approved by Volleyball Alberta and the Board of Directors on January 22, 2026
            Multi Membership Disclosure Form
As outlined in Section 21 of Volleyball Alberta’s Membership & Registrant Policy, all members or registrants who register with another volleyball governing body (provincial or national) during the season must disclose this by completing VA’s Multi Membership Disclosure Form. This helps ensure transparency and allows VA to support members in managing dual affiliations. Participation in unsanctioned events does not require disclosure unless it involves formal registration with another association.

Fairness & Safety in Sport Policy
The purpose of this Policy is to address matters of eligibility to participate in an amateur competitive sport, as required by the Government of Alberta’s Fairness and Safety in Sport Act, SA 2024, c F-2.5 

Alberta Safe Sport Complaint Mechanism (ABSSCM)
The ABSSCM is Alberta’s independent system for reporting and resolving serious misconduct in sport (“maltreatment”), including physical/psychological abuse, sexual misconduct, harassment, discrimination, neglect, or boundary violations. It operates through the Alberta Universal Code of Conduct (“AB UCC”) and the ABSSCM Policies, applying to all sport activities whether in-person or online. [Accepted by Volleyball Alberta’s Board of Directors on January 22, 2026]

Alberta Universal Code of Conduct (AB UCC)
The AB UCC ensures everyone within the Alberta sport system jurisdiction plays by the same clear rules, using one independent, provincially run pathway (ABSSCM/ITPM) to address concerns. The AB UCC keeps all the protections of the national UCCMS and adds the Alberta‑specific pieces our PSOs, clubs, and participants need. [Accepted by Volleyball Alberta’s Board of Directors on January 22, 2026]

Abuse Policy
Volleyball Canada and the Provincial/Territorial Associations are committed to a sport environment free from Abuse. The purpose of this policy is to stress the importance of that commitment by defining Abuse and educating Individuals about Abuse, outlining how Volleyball Canada and Provincial/Territorial Associations will work to prevent Abuse, and how Abuse or suspected Abuse can be reported to and addressed by Volleyball Canada and Provincial/Territorial Associations. [Updated & approved as of January 22, 2026]

Anti-doping Policy
Volleyball Canada and the Provincial/Territorial Associations are committed to clean sport in Canada and endorse the 2015 Canadian Anti-Doping Program and the World Anti-Doping Code. The purpose of this Policy is to confirm that Volleyball Canada and the Provincial/Territorial Associations have adopted the 2015 CADP as their primary domestic anti-doping policy. [Updated & approved as of January 22, 2026]

Appeal Policy 
The purpose of this policy is to enable fair, affordable, and expedient appeals of certain decisions made by Volleyball Canada or a Provincial/Territorial Association. Further, some decisions made during the process outlined in the Discipline and Complaints Policy may be appealed under this policy. [Updated & Approved January 22, 2026]

Code of Conduct and Ethics Policy
The purpose of this code is to ensure a safe and positive environment within the programs, activities, and events of Volleyball Canada and the Provincial/Territorial Associations by making Individuals aware that there is an expectation, at all times, of appropriate behaviour consistent with the applicable core values of Volleyball Canada and/or the Provincial/Territorial Associations. Volleyball Canada and the Provincial/Territorial Associations support equal opportunity, prohibit discriminatory practices, and are committed to providing an environment in which all Individuals are treated with respect and fairness. [Updated & approved as of January 22, 2026]

Conflict of Interest Policy
This policy describes how Representatives will conduct themselves in matters relating to Conflict of Interest and clarifies how Representatives will make decisions where a Conflict of Interest exists or may exist. [Updated & approved as of January 22, 2026]

Discipline and Complaints Policy
Individuals are expected to fulfill certain responsibilities and obligations including, but not limited to, complying with all policies, Bylaws, rules, and regulations, including the UCCMS, the Abuse Policy, and the Code of Conduct and Ethics. Non-compliance may result in sanctions pursuant to this policy. [Updated & approved as of January 22, 2026]

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Policy
Volleyball Canada and the Provincial/Territorial Associations are committed to encouraging diversity, inclusion, equity and access in its administration, policies, programs, and activities. The purpose of this Policy is to ensure that Volleyball Canada and the Provincial/Territorial Associations provide Under-Represented Groups with an equitable range of opportunities to participate in the sport. [Updated & approved as of January 22, 2026]

Reciprocation Policy
The purpose of this policy is to ensure national enforcement and recognition of all disciplinary sanctions applied by Volleyball Canada and Provincial/Territorial Associations. [Updated & approved as of January 22, 2026]

Screening Policy
The purpose of this policy is to provide screening procedures for Volleyball Canada and the Provincial/Territorial Associations. [Updated & approved as of January 22, 2026]

Pan Canadian Policy – Appendix A – Application Form
The application form is required from all individuals applying for a new position within Volleyball Canada or within a PTA – Volleyball Alberta Association.

Pan Canadian Policy – Screening Disclosure Form 
All Leaders must complete the annual screening disclosure form (SDF) during membership registration.

Pan Canadian Policy – Appendix D – Request for Vulnerable Sector Check
The vulnerable sector check is required once (upon request by Volleyball Alberta). This form will be provided when required.

Board Determination & Eligibility Policy 
[Updated & Approved as of September 25, 2025]