Province of Manitoba and Sport Manitoba Launch The Protecting Youth in Sports Act

Did you know? Manitoba has taken an important step to strengthen safety in sport for young athletes.

The Protecting Youth in Sports Act requires Sport Manitoba and all Provincial Sport Organizations (PSOs) including MHC (and their member clubs) to work together to create safer, more accountable sport environments. At its core, the Act establishes clear expectations, consistent education, and independent oversight to help prevent and address maltreatment in sport.

Here’s what that means:

• Clear, province-wide safe sport policies: All organizations must follow a shared Safe Sport Policy outlining expected behaviour and prohibited conduct for coaches, athlete support personnel, athletes (21 and under), and parents.
• Education for prevention: Athletes, parents, and coaches receive resources and training to recognize, prevent, and report maltreatment.
• Independent complaint handling: Reports of maltreatment are reviewed by an independent adjudicator, ensuring fair, transparent investigations and decisions.
• Stronger accountability across sport: Disciplinary outcomes apply across all recognized sport organizations, helping prevent individuals from moving between programs without oversight.

Creating safer sport is a shared responsibility – this legislation helps ensure everyone plays a role. Learn More