Anti-Doping

Attention Members:
The Canadian Centre for Ethics in Sport (CCES) has changed its name to Sports Integrity Canada

Sport Integrity Canada

All members are required to complete Clean Sport online education module ANNUALLY on Sport Integrity Canada. First time completion will be the full course and returning members will complete a shorter course, the Clean Sport Review.

To compete, all athletes MUST

  • Present a copy(digital or printed) of their certificate of completion during equipment check
  • Certificate name matches legal documents (photo ID)

The Canadian Anti-Doping Program

Sport Integrity Canada is the custodian of the Canadian Anti-Doping Program (CADP), the set of rules that govern anti-doping in Canada. The CADP consists of several components such as in- and out-of-competition testing, education, medical exemptions, and the consequences of doping violations. The CADP is compliant with the World Anti-Doping Code (the Code) and all of its associated International Standards.

The BCPA is a member of the CanPL, which has adopted the CADP, which means you are part of a world-class anti-doping program that is designed to protect athletes’ rights and ensure a level playing field. The CanPL anti-doping policy and code of conduct reflect and support the CADP.

If you are a member of the CanPL, the CADP applies to you, and athletes participating in CanPL-sanctioned activities may be selected for doping control. The CADP also applies to athlete support personnel. You may also be subject to the rules of your international federation. Learn more about IPF’s anti-doping policies and procedures.

While athletes and support personnel should be familiar with the rules of the CADP and the Code, they should also know how to practice clean sport, which can be achieved by following these guidelines.

Check your medications

Check your medications and products to ensure they do not contain banned substances or ingredients.

  • Global DRO provides athletes and support personnel with information about the prohibited status of specific substances based on the current World Anti-Doping Agency Prohibited List. Access medication data from seven countries.
  • If you need assistance checking the status of a medication, email substances@cces.ca.

Know your exemption requirements

If your medication is prohibited in sport, verify your medical exemption requirements using the Medical Exemption Wizard. If you still have questions about your exemption requirements, email tue-aut@cces.ca.

Question supplements

While some supplements can correct nutritional deficiencies, promote recovery, or help achieve peak performance, supplements present a significant risk of inadvertent doping. Avoid supplements if you can. If you and your medical support personnel agree that you have a need for a supplement:

Be cannabis smart

Be aware of cannabis’ prohibited status in sport, including the possibility of positive tests as a result of using CBD medications which contain THC. Special protocols are in place for athletes who use medical cannabis – see information about medical exemptions. Be cannabis smart.

Complete your education

Athletes and designated athlete support personnel must complete online education annually. To access courses, log into the Sport Integrity Canada portal. If you have questions about your education requirements, refer to “Which course should I take?” in this FAQ or email education@sportintegrity.ca

Canada Powerlifting athletes and support personnel do not have a requirement for CSSP Safe Sport, so if you are asked for a six-digit code, click to bypass this slide by clicking NEXT in the bottom right-hand corner when prompted within the Profile.