2020 Sask Rugby Raffle Winner
/in Community Rugby, News/by Jordan AstropeThank you to everyone who supported Sask Rugby’s 3rd annual youth rugby fundraiser! In total there were 462 tickets sold and $1,110.00 raised, making this our largest 50/50 raffle to date.
Sask Rugby would like to congratulate Jared Goosen, winner of half of the pot for a prize of $555.
Thank you again to everyone who bought tickets and shared the raffle, keep your eyes out for our 2021 raffle announcement coming soon!
Rookie Rugby
/in Community Rugby/by Jordan AstropeHSBC ROOKIE RUGBY
About Rookie Rugby
Rookie Rugby is the nation-wide introductory rugby program for ages 6 to 14 that provides both teachers and coaches with a safe, fun, and inclusive non-contact curriculum to introduce children to rugby.
Rookie Rugby is a game-based curriculum built on national guidelines for Health and Physical Education curriculums.
The program provides open-access, easy-to-follow game modules for leading a variety of activities that build introductory, non-contact rugby skills and provide teachers – including those that are unfamiliar with rugby – with new methods to promote physical literacy and practice Fundamental Movement Skills (FMS).
rookie rugby resources
The Rookie Rugby program provides clubs, schools, and community groups with all of the resources they need to develop a Rookie Rugby program. Click through the different resources below to chart your pathway to delivering Rookie Rugby in your school or community!
Looking to see what the Rookie rugby program is all about? Sask Rugby can visit your school or community and lead your participants through Rookie Rugby sessions. We offer full day and half day booking options to meet your school or community’s needs.
Here’s some information about our services before you book:
- We bring all of our own rugby equipment.
- We do not charge a fee for these services.
- We encourage teachers and program leaders to work together in their schools or programs to schedule multiple classes or age groups into a single full or half day visit.
- We will work with participants of any age or grade (Kindergarten to Grade 12), choosing age-appropriate activities for each group.
- When visiting schools, we prefer and expect to run our sessions within your normal period schedule to cause minimal disruption to your day.
- We appreciate it if you give us a heads up if you will have more than 35 participants in a single class/session. This enables us to bring extra instructors to create a better instructor-to-participant ratio.
- We can run sessions both indoors and outdoors and at any time of year. Please specify whether you want to be indoors or outdoors when booking so that we can plan accordingly for the amount of space and number of participants.
- We encourage you to use the other resources in this section to teach rugby in your classes without our assistance. But that doesn’t mean that you can’t book us into your school as well. If you are also teaching rugby yourself, we will work with you to teach content that supplements what you intend to teach (e.g. leading the intro class, teaching specific skills in your plan, teaching new skills not covered in your classes).
For geographic locations where we have staff on the ground, click HERE to get started. If you don’t see your location listed, please email rdo@saskrugby.com to discuss your specific needs.
You can’t play rugby without rugby balls, right?
A complete Rookie Rugby kit, which includes all the equipment needed to teach Rookie Rugby to a class of 30 students, including rugby balls, flag belts, cones, and a kit bag, can be obtained in the following ways::
- Purchase online at www.RookieRugby.ca
- Apply for the Rookie Rugby Kit Grant program (see full details HERE).
Sask Rugby has developed, with the endorsement of PHE Saskatchewan, curriculum-friendly Rookie Rugby Unit Plans for use in schools and communities to help instructors implement rugby in their classroom. These lesson plans have been developed with the philosophy that any instructor – regardless of rugby experience – should be able to pick up a guidebook and teach the content. Further, with 14 Unit Plans covering a wide age range of participants, a teacher implementing rugby in their classroom may never need to develop their own lesson plan regardless of whether they are teaching Kindergarten or Grade 12!
Access each lesson plan by clicking on its name in the list below:
Active Start – Introduction
Active Start – Intermediate
Fundamentals – Introduction
Fundamentals – Intermediate
Fundamentals – Advanced
Learn to Train – Introduction
Learn to Train – Intermediate
Learn to Train – Advanced
Train to Train – Introduction
Train to Train – Intermediate
Train to Train – Advanced
Train to Compete – Intermediate
Train to Compete – Advanced
Intro to Contact – Supplemental
Unsure of which Unit Plan is appropriate for your group? Check out our quick HOW TO GUIDE!
Looking for these lesson & unit plans in a convenient, easy-to-access format? Download the Athlete Era app and create an account with “Rugby” as your sport. You can find all of these plans on Athlete Era under the “Rookie Rugby Extended” program. Instructors can also use the detailed skills information on the app to assist with how to coach and perform specific skills contained in the lessons and activities.
Instructors wishing to lead Rookie Rugby activities in their school or community can access Rookie Rugby Instructor Training. This free training opportunity will help you develop the following competencies:
- how to coach Rookie Rugby games
- how to interpret, adapt, and implement the lesson plans and game cards
- understand fundamental rugby skills and simplified methods on how to coach them
- principles for adapting games to allow different groups to participate inclusively and to meet the needs of your participants
Individuals who receive Rookie Rugby Instructor Training can also receive NCCP certification for this competency.
Rookie Rugby Instructor Training is held on an as needed basis. Check out our Training & Education page to view current opportunities, fill out an Expression of Interest form to be notified when a session is happening in your area, or contact rdo@saskrugby.com if you’d like to help set up a session for yourself and others!
For more Rookie Rugby resources, visit the Rookie Rugby website at www.rookierugby.ca. Some examples of resources that you will be able to find on the Rookie Rugby website include:
- Curriculum Links Guides
- General Gameplay Guidebooks
- Event Hosting Guides
- Rookie Rugby Activity Log
Rookie Rugby In the Community
Looking for Rookie Rugby activities in your community that your child can participate in? There are many opportunities available across the province, depending on whether you are looking to try rugby for the first time or looking to enroll in a weekly program. Check out the various programs below.
Please be aware that some activities on the lists below may require registration through a school, municipality, or community organization. Please contact us if you are unsure about whether a specific program requires registration.
Try Rugby Events - Led By Sask Rugby
Sask Rugby works with a number of community organizations to provide opportunities for kids to be introduced to the sport of rugby through Rookie Rugby activities. Check out the programs below that Sask Rugby participates in.
Free Children’s Summer Program or PlayEscapes is an inclusive summer program for ages 5 to 12, which offers leader-facilitated play opportunities to help develop and foster life skills, creativity, imagination, and positive self-image while promoting a physically active lifestyle.
Host: City of Regina
Type: Registration Required
Location: Various
Dates: Tuesday-Thursday
More Info: https://www.regina.ca/parks-recreation-culture/classes-programs/free-programs/
Girls in the Game provides young girls with opportunities to build their sport skills, and more importantly, to use sport as a tool build friendships, improve their self-esteem, and to teach important life long lessons.
Host: Girls in the Game
Type: Registration Required
Location: TBD , Regina
Dates: July 12
More Info: https://www.girlsinthegame.ca
The Summer Play program is a free, drop-in activity program operating at spray pads and paddling pools around Saskatoon in July and August. In addition to the water-based programming, Summer Play features community organizations providing drop-in sports, crafts, games, and music opportunities.
Host: City of Saskatoon
Type: Drop-In
Location: Various
Dates: Monday-Friday, July -August
More Info: https://www.saskatoon.ca/parks-recreation-attractions/recreational-facilities-sportsfields/playgrounds
S-CAPE is a summer program based on culture, arts and physically active experiences. S-CAPES provides a safe, positive, energetic program and environment that incorporates sports, culture, arts, recreation, and leadership components for children and youth between the ages of 6 and 12.
Host: City of Yorkton
Type: Registration Required
Location: Gallagher Centre, Yorkton
Dates: July & August
More Info: https://www.yorkton.ca/en/parks-recreation-and-culture/registered-programs.aspx
Sask Rugby Member Organizations
Sask Rugby Member Organizations run community-based Rookie Rugby programming for youth between the ages of 3 and 18. These programs typically run in the spring for 8 to 12 weeks with a goal of developing physical literacy, growing the sport of rugby, and – most importantly – having fun!
See the full list of Sask Rugby Member Organizations, sorted by age and location, HERE!
Sanctioning
/in Community Rugby/by Jordan AstropeSANCTIONING
Sanctioning is the process where Rugby Canada’s accident and general liability insurance coverage is extended to Rugby events outside of league play. Practices and sanctioned league matches where all athletes, team staff and support are registered in the current membership year (including coaches, managers, volunteers, organizers) do not need any additional sanctioning.
Organizations will need to apply to sanction their leagues with Sask Rugby and for additional sanctioning to cover events such as a tournament, camp/clinic, exhibition game, or tours.
league sanctioning
Any competition with scheduled matches between Rugby Canada registered members should be sanctioned by Sask Rugby and associated sub-unions as a league.
Any contact rugby match played in Saskatchewan needs to be sanctioned, either as part of a league or with event sanctioning (below) as an exhibition match or tournament.
To sanction a rugby league in Saskatchewan:
Only registered Sask Rugby member organizations can host sanctioned leagues. To learn about how to apply and renew organization membership, CLICK HERE
Only registered members can participate in leagues. To learn more about insurance and registration for members, CLICK HERE
League schedules are essential for sanctioning and league organization. Schedules should be submitted to the sub-union where the matches will be taking place: in Regina and Southern Saskatchewan this is the Regina Rugby Union (RRU) and in Saskatoon and Northern Saskatchewan this is the North Saskatchewan Rugby Union (NSRU).
Any changes to approved schedules (cancelled or postponed games, change of venue) should be communicated to the approving sub-union.
Schedules submitted for approval should include:
- Dates of each match
- Locations of each match
- Teams and divisions involved in each match
Click any of the links below to read more on the rugby policies.
ALL RUGBY
JUNIOR RUGBY
More more information on Age Grade Rugby competitions (U13-U19) visit our Age Grade Rugby page HERE
event sanctioning
The following events require a sanctioning application to access Rugby Canada’s accident and general liability insurance coverage. Sanctioning is free if completed at least 2 weeks before the event.
- Exhibition games: any game organized between two teams that is not part of an official league schedule.
The hosting team applies for sanctioning online then both teams will submit rosters prior to the game. - Try Rugby: a non-contact, youth rugby Come and Try Event hosted by a Club or organization.
Learn more about Come & Try Rugby Events HERE - Rugby camp: a camp or special program organized by a team or organization that will have participants from different teams (everyone must be registered with Rugby Canada).
- Tournament: any tournament organized by a club or organization that is not part of an official league schedule.
Once Sask Rugby and Rugby Canada approve your event you will receive an email with further instructions.
tour sanctioning
All organizations (clubs, schools, academies, provincial and national teams) and individuals (athletes, referees, coaches, managers, medical staff and volunteers) leaving or entering Canada must complete a Tour Sanctioning Application in order to be eligible to play within Canada or in a foreign union. This is in compliance with World Rugby Regulation 16.
When on tour, Rugby Canada members will have special access to travel medical insurance. To learn more select the Travel Medical Procedure or Insurance Claim Procedure buttons.
Refer to the sections below for more information on tour sanctioning.
For clubs and teams wishing to tour in another Union, in accordance with WR Regulation 16, all tours travelling outside of Canada must be sanctioned by Sask Rugby and Rugby Canada. International Unions and World Rugby require that all teams must have National Union Sanctioning prior to the departure date.
All high schools, colleges, universities or any other third-party organization travelling outside of Canada to play Rugby must provide adequate insurance coverage. Emergency Travel Medical and Sports General Liability Insurance Coverage (which covers contact sports) from the school/school board or third party must be presented prior to departure.
Click here for more information on applying for Outbound Team Tour Sanctioning
All tours travelling to Canada must be sanctioned by Rugby Canada and the destination Province and subsequent Provincial Union(s). Furthermore, World Rugby requires that all teams must have Home National Union Sanctioning Approval prior to touring.
Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D), Travel Medical and General Liability Insurance Coverage from the inbound tour must be presented prior to departure.
NOTE: Either the Club, the school, a liaison officer, or the touring team can initiate the process to secure tour approval for an incoming tour.
Click here for more information on sanctioning a tour to Canada
All tours wishing to travel to another Province within Canada need to be sanctioned by the home Provincial Union and the destination Provincial Union.
All registered players travelling within Canada are covered under their Provincial Health Care’s Insurance Policy. However, Rugby Canada’s accident and general liability insurance coverage is only extended to a Rugby event which is sanctioned.
The practices and league matches of registered Clubs are the only competitions considered sanctioned by default when all athletes, team management and staff and all participants (volunteers, organising committee) are registered within the current Membership year.
international player clearance
In accordance with World Rugby Regulation 4, players (youth & adult) looking to play rugby in another country/Union must obtain international clearance from their current Union (Rugby Canada).
This should be completed before the athlete leaves the country.
Each Union has its own international clearance application form, which is tailored to their specific processing requirements. Rugby Canada will request its own International Clearance Form to be completed. The incorrect form being submitted will cause a delay in your processing times.
It is recommended that players moving to Canada to play Rugby obtain a copy of their Unions international clearance from via their club or Union. Players’ will need to complete and submit this form prior to their departure to Canada.
Rugby Canada can only accept approved clearances directly from the Union of the country you are leaving. Once we receive an approved clearance from another Union, you will be notified by Rugby Canada.
Policies & Procedures
/in Community Rugby/by Jordan AstropePOLICIES & PROCEDURES
GOVERNANCE & OPERATIONS
Governance documents are the foundation of Sask Rugby and govern how the organisation is led on behalf of its members. Operations documents set standards for Sask Rugby as an organisation and holds its members responsible for upholding the values of our sport.
Governance
- Bylaws
- Code of Conduct
- Conflict of Interest Policy
- Appeals Policy
- Discipline & Complaints Policy
- Alternate Dispute Resolution Policy
Operations
- Membership Assistance Program (MAP) Policy
- Expense Claim Form
- Air Quality Monitoring Guidelines
Questions?
See Sask Rugby's current Board of Directors at
Contact Sask Rugby
CLUBS, PROGRAMS, & SUB-UNIONS
The following documents are to support the administration and management of Sask Rugby member organisations.
For Clubs & Organisations
Click here for more information on being a Sask Rugby member organisation.
PLAYERS & PARENTS
The following resources are to help players and parents navigate membership at the various levels of play.
Provincial Team Players
Click here to learn more about opportunities with Saskatchewan's representative teams.
COMPETITIONS
These documents are used for rugby competitions by club administration and management, competition organisers, and match officials.
Rules of Competition
Click here to learn more about the Rules of Competition Policy, Playoff Eligibility, and the Laws of the Game that Sask Rugby competitions follow.
Registration & Insurance
/in Community Rugby/by Jordan AstropeREGISTRATION & INSURANCE
Sask Rugby memberships are available to anyone playing rugby in Saskatchewan. Register as a player, coach, official, volunteer, medical staff, or supporter to become a member and receive insurance for your activities. Through these memberships, we continue to grow, develop, and manage rugby by offering programs for all ages and skill levels (recreational to high performance), educational opportunities and access to exclusive benefits and services.
For information on how to register and use your insurance, click the links below.
Registration
Anyone participating in rugby activities must be registered, this includes players, coaches, managers, medical staff, and volunteers.
Management who work directly with players are required to complete the Rugby Ready course in addition to their registration. This applies to coaches, trainers, medical staff and managers.
Board members and volunteers (in defined roles) have no individual registration dues. Director and Officer Insurance is done as an annual fee to the clubs.
More information on registration:
- Requesting a refund
- Upgrading membership types
- Transferring clubs or provinces
- Registering as a match official
- Registering as a coach
HOW TO REGISTER
Click the REGISTER NOW button and register with Sask Rugby (Saskatchewan Rugby Club) or with one of our Member Clubs. For a full walkthrough of the registration process, click here
Click the links below to start your registration:
If you participated in the previous season as a player, coach, official, or volunteer, log in to your SportLomo account to renew your Membership for the new season. To find out when registration opens for the new season, contact your Club.
Member Organisations (including clubs and sub-unions) must register each year with Sask Rugby for CRU Directors and Officers Insurance by completing an online Member Organization (MO) Membership Form.
For information on becoming a member organization with Sask Rugby, visit: www.saskrugby.com/clubs.
Community Mini Rugby Programs are 12-week, non-contact programs directed by volunteers and supported by Sask Rugby. Program organisers create a program that fits their community and deliver it using equipment, online registration, and rugby resources from Sask Rugby.
To register your Community Mini Rugby Program you must:
- Register your program volunteers under Saskatchewan Rugby Club
- Complete the MO Membership Online Form as a “Mini Rugby Program”
Once these steps are completed, Sask Rugby can help you promote and manage your program.
MEMBERSHIPS
Registered Members
All our members benefit from insurance, as well as community programming, sport development, resources for players, coaches, and officials.
Through our new partnership with Bodylogix, a trusted producer of natural, performance-driven nutrition products, members can receive 20% off their purchases with the promo code: RUGBYSK
10% of profits from Bodylogix sales with this promo code will towards supporting rugby in Saskatchewan.
Registered Member Organizations
Directors and Officers insurance covers board executives and organizers for actual or alleged errors during their role in running a rugby organization.
Registered member organizations also receive Sask Rugby voting privileges and access to Membership Assistance Program (MAP) funding.
More information on registration:
MEMBERSHIP FAQS
To request a refund for your registration fees, log in to your SportLomo account to initiate the request.
Automatic Refunds: If the refund is requested within 14 days of your registration date and you have not participated in any Rugby activity (game or practice), the member qualifies for an automatic refund and the money will go back directly to the credit card used to purchase the Membership.
Manual Refunds: If the refund is requested after 14 days of your registration date and you have not participated in any Rugby activity (game or practice), the refund will be manually processed by Rugby Canada, Sask Rugby and the Club separately and make separate payments to the Member.
If you are moving between Clubs, you must get a transfer release from your old Club. Log in to your SportLomo account to initiate the transfer request. The transfer process can take several days for approval between Clubs and Provincial Unions so please allow at least 5-7 days’ notice of transfer to ensure you are properly registered with your new club.
If you are already a registered Member and you wish to add another role to your Membership (i.e. official, coach, etc.), log in to your SportLomo account and you can upgrade your Membership to include multiple roles without having to create a new account.
Registered members can add additional clubs to their Sportlomo accounts by requesting a dual membership. This would allow you to appear on team sheets and membership databases of both clubs.
PDF GUIDE: HOW TO USE A DUAL MEMBERSHIP
HOW TO VIDEO: https://rugbycanada.sportlomo.com/how-do-i-request-a-dual-membership/
Insurance
Once you are a registered member, you become insured and covered under Rugby Canada’s insurance policy for the season. This includes Sports Liability Insurance, Sport Accident Insurance, Provincial Excess Medical Coverage, and Travel Coverage while on sanctioned Tours.
Under the insurance program, the activities that are covered include sanctioned or authorized activities, such as games, practices, tournaments, camps, events, and tours.
Tours, exhibition games, tournaments, and camps require all participants to be registered with Rugby Canada and additional sanctioning for the team or event, find sanctioning requirements here: www.saskrugby.com/sanctioning.
More information on insurance procedures:
HOW TO MAKE AN INSURANCE CLAIM
Safe Sport
/in Community Rugby, Safe Sport/by Jordan AstropeSAFE SPORT
In 1975 Saskatchewan Rugby’s founding mission statement was to provide rugby under safe conditions in Saskatchewan and today we strive to make rugby in Saskatchewan as safe as possible and wlecoming for all participants. Keeping rugby healthy, safe and fun has been a priority of Saskatchewan Rugby for decades and we actively work with our membership and partners to fulfill that goal.
Saskatchewan Rugby has many practices, policies and resources available (listed below) that assist with bullying, abuse, harassment, discrimination, maltreatment and conflict in sport.
SAFE SPORT GOAL AND VALUES
Saskatchewan Rugby Safe Sport Goal
Our goal is to provide a safe and quality experience for current and future rugby communities across Saskatchewan.
Our Values
INTEGRITY is central to the fabric of the game and is generated through honesty and fair play.
The rugby community have a PASSION and enthusiasm for the game. Rugby generates excitement, emotional attachment and a sense of bolonging to the rugby community.
Rugby provides a spirit of SOLIDARITY that leads to lifelong friendships, camaraderie, teamwork and loyalty which transcends cultural, geographic, political and religious differences.
DISCIPLINE is an integral part of the game both on and off the field and is reflected through adherence to the laws, the regulations and rugby’s core values.
RESPECT for teammates, opponents, match officials and those involved in the game is paramount.
SAFE SPORT TOOLKIT AND FRAMEWORK
Saskatchewan Rugby Safe Sport Goal
Saskatchewan Rugby Follows a very similar Safe Sport framework to Rugby Canada through their three key pillars: Awareness, Prevention, and Response. Each pillar is supported by resources and policies. The purpose of the framework is to provide a clear guide for all members to access resources and support required to implement safe and inclusive rugby programming.
Resources
SAFE SPORT POLICIES
Safe Sport Policy Index
The Safe Sport Policy Index acts as a hub for all relevant pieces within Saskatchewan Rugby’s Safe Sport Policy. This policy is intended to promote a Safe Sport environment in a manner that allows for consistent, immediate, appropriate, and meaningful action should any issues arise, but also to prevent issues from arising in the first place by communicating expected standards of behaviour.
Safe Sport Policy Document Glossary
- Introduction
- Definitions
- Athlete Protection Policy
- Saskatchewan Rugby Code of Conduct and Ethics
- Discipline and Complaints Policy
- Discipline and Complaints Policy Flowchart
- Investigations Policy - Discrimination, Harassment, Maltreatment, Prohibited Behaviour
- Alternate Dispute Resolution Policy
- Appeal Policy
- Appeal Policy Flowchart
- Social Media Policy
- Screening Policy
- Screening Application Form
- Screening Disclosure Form
- Screening Renewal Form
- Conflict of Interest Policy
- Conflict of Interest Declaration Form
REPORTING AN INCIDENT
Complaint Process
In the event of an incident or a breach of conduct, a complaint can be made in accordance to the Saskatchewan Rugby Safe Sport’s Discipline and Complaints Policy. The procedure is best outlined via the graphic below and if further clarification is required then please refer to the Discipline and Complaints Policy or the detailed Flowchart which outlines the Complaint Process. All complaints can be made anonymously via the IntegrityCounts Confidential & Anonymous Reporting System which will be directed to Sask Sport for further review.
Reporting an Incident
Step 1: The introduction which includes a check-box for the terms of use.
Step 2: Enter in Sask Sport as the organization then declare your identity within Sask Sport as well as whether you wish the complaint to be anonymous or to have contact information included.
Step 3: Fill the necessary fields to provide a detailed report of the complaint or breach in question.
Step 4: Provide any supporting documentation if possible through the File Dropper.
Step 5: Review your Complaint and create a password which can be used to revisit your complaint for details regarding the next step in the Complaint Process.
Sask Sport’s Dispute Resolution Officer
Sask Sport’s Dispute Resolution Officer can assist organizations with best practices regarding how to handle a complaint in sport.
Contact Nathan Cole:
Phone: (306) 780-9350
Email: ncole@sasksport.ca
OFFICE OF THE SPORT INTEGRITY COMMISSIONER (OSIC)
All persons under the umbrella of Saskatchewan Rugby, as well as those among Rugby Canada, will process Safe Sport complaints with the Office of the Sport Integrity Commissioner (OSIC), which serves as the central hub of Abuse-Free Sport. All other organizational members will continue to have access to Rugby Canada’s independent mechanism.
Incidents that involved alleged Maltreatment or Prohibited Behaviour involving a UCCMS Participant must be reported to the OSIC and will be addressed purusuant to the OSIC’s policies and procedures.
OSIC shall determine the admissibility of such complaints in accordance with the relevant and applicable OSIC Guidelines regarding the initial review and preliminary assessment, at their sole discretion.
Saskatchewan Rugby acknowledges the obligation of Rugby Canada, as a Progeram Signatory to the OSIC, to ensure that any sanctions or measures imposed by the OSIC’s Director of Sanctions and Outcomes will be implemented and respected within Rugby Canada’s jurisdiction (including at the provincial, territorial and club level), once Rugby Canada receives appropriate notice of any sanction or measure from the OSIC and communicates the same to Saskatchewan Rugby. The Safe Sport Liaison shall communicate any OSIC sanctions or measures resulting in a suspension of one year or longer, received from Rugby Canada to Sask Sport.
Disputes managed by the OSIC will not be subject to appeals under Saskatchewan Rugby as it will be handled in accordance with the policies and procedures of the OSIC or the Director of Sanctions and Outcomes, as applicable.
EXTRA SAFE SPORT TRAINING AND RESOURCES
Many communities and corporations make efforts to keep sport safe at every level. Using the resources and opportunities provided is crucial to breaking the stigmas, barriers, and maltreatment we see today. See below for resources provided for you and anyone else in the Saskatchewan Rugby community to grow awareness and help those in need.
Respect in Sport
The online RESPECT IN SPORT ACTIVITY LEADER PROGRAM educates youth leaders, coaches, oficials and participants (14-years and up) to recognize, understand and respond to issues of bullying, abuse, harassment, and discrimination.
The online RESPECT IN SPORT PARENT PROGRAM helps define a standard of behaviour for all parents to create a more rewarding, safe and respectful environment for everyone involved.
Coaching Association of Canada
The COACHING ASSOCIATION OF CANADA offers a variety of training programs that empower coaches with knowledge and skills, promote ethics, foster positive attitudes, build competence, and increase the credibility and recognition of coaches.
Commit to Kids
The COMMIT TO KIDS program helps child-serving organizations reduce the risk of sexual abuse and create safer environments for children in their care.
Volunteer Canada
VOLUNTEER CANADA provides national leadership and expertise on volunteerism to increase the participation, quality, and diversity of volunteer experiences.
Sask Sport Resources
The Sask Sport offices aid in ensuring everyone’s voice is heard. The Sask Sport Resource Line is intended for providing information, bilingual support, resources and referrals for sport in Saskatchewan regarding possible bullying, abuse, harassment, discrimination or hazing.
The List of approved Service Providers for investigations provides details on assesments and case resolutions to determine whether an allegation (or several allegations)should be heard by a discipline panel to decide whether a breach to any Safe Sport policy has been made.
Click on the links to read more to gain insights and to get in contact!
Mini Rugby
/in Community Rugby/by Jordan AstropeMINI RUGBY
Mini Rugby is an excellent way for players ages 3 to 12 to learn about rugby in a fun, non-contact environment. Players can learn about the sport, practice fundamentals like passing and catching, and participate in flag rugby games.
Mini Rugby programs run seasonally in the fall, spring, and summer in different communities. Click the button below to find a Mini Rugby program near you or scroll down to learn more.
on this page
about flag rugby
Flag Rugby is a fun and exciting form of non-contact rugby suitable for all genders, ages and abilities. There are no scrums, line-outs, or tackling in flag rugby, instead players practice their ball handling skills, offence and defence.
Flag Rugby can be played without scrums and line-outs and teams can be as small as 5 per side. It can be played on grass, sand or on hard surfaces outdoors and indoors. There is no need for rugby posts and the pitch can be marked as a simple rectangle. Teachers, coaches, and players need no previous knowledge of rugby to get started and this makes Flag Rugby an ideal game for girls and boys of all ages and abilities.
Registration
When you sign up for your community Mini Rugby program you will complete your registration online at the Rugby Canada Registration Page.
The video below gives you step-by-step instructions on how to complete your registration. Your program organizer will give you details on which registration to select.
If you have any problems during registration, contact Sportlomo Support.
FUNDING SUPPORT
We want to see everyone on the pitch! If programs fees are too large for your family to field, there are organizations like KidSport and Jumpstart in place to help families with registration fees so all kids can play.
Once you have processed your application let your program organizer or the Sask Rugby Office know and we can help complete your registration.
Starting a community program
Mini Rugby Programs are essential to grassroots rugby in Saskatchewan. Anyone interested in volunteering as a program organizer, manager, or coach can the Mini Rugby Program Interest Form below. For full details on volunteer roles and responsibilities, see the Volunteer Information Package on this page.
Mini Rugby volunteers manage their community program with the support of Sask Rugby, including:
- planning and delivering youth rugby sessions
- promoting the program in their community.
Contact Sask Rugby and bring a rugby program to your community today!
about us
Saskatchewan Rugby is the governing body for the sport of Rugby in Saskatchewan. Our mission is to promote, develop and administer, the playing of Rugby throughout Saskatchewan.