Do you know what Safe Sport means?
BC Wheelchair Basketball Society (BCWBS) is excited to announce the launch of its very first Safe Sport Month this October!
Sport organizations in BC are committed to creating a "Safe Sport" environment that is accessible, inclusive, respects their participants personal goals and free from all forms of maltreatment.
At BCWBS, we believe everyone plays a role in building and strengthening a Safe Sport culture — athletes, coaches, officials, team and club representatives, staff members, volunteers, as well as parents and guardians.
How You Can Get Involved
🔹 For Everyone
- Explore our Safe Sport page on the BCWBS website
- Take part in the Safe Sport Quiz Challenge (10 quick questions!) and enter to win a $50 BCWBS credit
⏰ Quiz open from Monday, Oct 6 – Friday, Oct 17
(BCWBS Membership required to enter the draw) - Join our FREE Safe Sport Webinar on Tuesday, Oct 14 (6–7 pm)
🌟 Club Challenge is ON! Support your club by joining the webinar.
[Register here] (membership required) – full webinar and challenge info has been emailed to members. - Join our Social Media Challenge – check out the instruction post.
🔹 For Coaches + Team/Club Reps
- Keep an eye out for the Safe Sport Resource Package from BCWBS!
We are proud of our diverse, inclusive, and welcoming wheelchair basketball community.
Together, let’s make it even safer, more accessible, and more respectful as we roll into the full swing of this season!
🏀 Happy Safe Sport Month from BCWBS!
