Safe Sport for Organizational Success

July 12, 2026 - 10:30AM & 1:30PM
The Town of Aurora invites coaches, sport organizations, volunteers, administrators, parents, and community leaders to participate in Safe Sport for Organizational Success, a two-part learning event designed to strengthen the culture of sport in our community. Aligned with Aurora’s Sport Plan, this event supports the Town’s commitment to safe, inclusive, and positive sport environments by providing local sport organizations with the knowledge, tools, and leadership perspectives needed to foster healthy sport systems. Safe Sport is not only about preventing harm—it is about building strong organizations where athletes, coaches, volunteers, and families can thrive. Through expert-led discussion and open dialogue, participants will gain insight into how Safe Sport principles support organizational governance, athlete well-being, and sustainable sport development.

Event Details
Date: Sunday, July 12
Location: Aurora Town Square
50 Victoria Street, Aurora
Davide DeSimone Performance Hall
$10.00 per session, or $15.00 to attend both sessions

Session 1: Safe Sport & Organization Success
10:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Safe Sport is increasingly recognized as a foundational element of successful sport organizations. This session will explore how Safe Sport principles—such as respect, accountability, education, and transparent reporting practices—strengthen organizational culture and governance.

Participants will learn how community sport organizations can move beyond compliance and embed Safe Sport into everyday operations, leadership practices, and volunteer management.

Session 2: An honest conversation on Safe Sport in Canada
1:30 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Join Allison Forsyth, Olympian and Founder of Generation Safe, and Rick Westhead, investigative journalist and author, for an open and honest discussion about the current climate of Safe Sport in Canada.

This conversation will explore the challenges, progress, and responsibilities facing sport organizations at all levels—from grassroots community sport to the national stage.

This session offers an opportunity for participants to engage with two leading voices in Safe Sport and reflect on how communities like Aurora can contribute to a stronger, safer future for sport.

For additional information please visit aurora.ca/sportworkshops

• Guest Speaker/Q&A
• $8.42
• July 12, 2026
• 90 minutes
• Davide De Simone Performance Hall
• 18+