GPAC Code of Conduct

This Code of Conduct identifies the standard of behavior which is expected of all Grande Peace Athletic Club (GPAC) members; including athletes, coaches, parents, directors, volunteers, staff, and chaperones.

GPAC is committed to providing a sport environment in which all individuals are treated with respect. Members of GPAC shall conduct themselves at all times in a fair and responsible manner. Members shall refrain from comments or behavior which is disrespectful, offensive, abusive, racist, or sexist. In particular, behavior which constitutes harassment or abuse will not be tolerated by GPAC.

During the course of all GPAC activities and events, members shall avoid behavior which brings GPAC or the sport of hockey into disrepute, including but not limited to any use of alcohol, tobacco products, and nonmedical drugs. Weapons, matches, lighters, fireworks, and aerosol cans are also not permitted.

GPAC members shall at all times adhere to GPMHA policies as well as to GPAC’s operational policies and procedures, to rules governing GPAC events and activities, and to rules governing any competitions in which the member participates on behalf of GPAC.

Members of GPAC shall not engage in any activity or behavior which interferes with a competition or with any athlete’s preparation for a competition, or which endangers the safety of others.

Failure to comply with this Code of Conduct may result in disciplinary action in accordance with the discipline policies of GPAC, and those set forth by the Grande Prairie Minor Hockey Association (GPMHA), Hockey Alberta, and Hockey Canada. Such action may include the member losing the privileges that come with membership in GPAC, including the opportunity to participate in GPAC activities.