September 14-20, 2026, is National Coaches Week! It is a time to celebrate the positive impact coaches have on athletes and communities across Canada.
To celebrate National Coaches Week and to show appreciation for coaches:
- SPAR is offering a 50% discount on NCCP Multi-Sport Online Modules for Alberta coaches throughout September.
- Look for FREE NCCP eLearning Modules on the Locker during National Coaches Week. Each day between September 14-18, a different eLearning module will be offered to coaches for free!
- Coaches can view the available courses on the NCCP Multi-Sport Calendar with registration for discounted September modules opening on August 1, 2026.
- Coaches are encouraged to register early as each module has limited availability and will sell out fast.
Concussion Awareness Week
NCCP Making Head Way in Sport is the NCCP’s free, online answer to the prevalence and ambiguity of concussions in sport. Parents, coaches, and athletes all benefit from knowing as much as possible about concussions; this online learning tool is designed to help coaches gain the knowledge and skills required to ensure the safety of their athletes.
After completing the NCCP Making Head Way in Sport module, you will understand:
- how to prevent concussions;
- how to recognize the signs and symptoms of a concussion;
- what to do when you suspect an athlete has a concussion; and
- how to ensure athletes return to play safely
See the full NCCP Making Head Way eLearning series.
COACHES ARE MENTORS, MOTIVATORS AND LEADERS
Along with parents and teachers, coaches have a profound impact on the future of our children. It is a great responsibility, and Canada’s two million coaches embrace it with passion and dedication.
We work to provide coaches and coach developers with access to development and education opportunities, support mechanisms and funding resources to continue the pursuit of coaching excellence across Alberta. RCM
Responsible Coaching Movement
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The Responsible Coaching Movement (RCM) is a call to action for sport organizations, parents, and coaches to enact responsible coaching across Canada — on and off the field. What is the RCM? |
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Established by the Coaching Association of Canada and the Canadian Centre for Ethics in Sport, the RCM invites all coaches and sport organizations to learn and apply consistent coaching principles. It includes three distinct pillars, each serving to create a sport environment that is Safe, Smart and Secure. Rule of Two The Rule of Two is a leading practice to ensure a safe sport environment for all. The goal of the Rule of Two is to ensure all interactions and communications are open, observable, and justifiable, and when two responsible adults (a coach, parent, or screened volunteer) are present with a participant. There may be exceptions in emergency situations. Check with your sport organization as to how the Rule of Two is enforced. Background Screening A secure sport environment is one where all coaches and sport organization leaders are screened to meet requirements to be involved in sport. Screening includes comprehensive background and reference checks, interviews, plus police information checks, to be done at regular intervals. Ethics Training A smart sport environment ensures coaches are trained and have the confidence and skills needed to effectively manage challenging situations. Lifelong learning through numerous training modules helps coaches expand their knowledge and awareness of important topics throughout their career. Take the RCM Pledge The RCM encourages sport organizations across Canada to pledge their commitment to implement these fundamental coaching principles at every level of sport. For more information, visit coach.ca/RCM. |
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