OTTAWA, October 28, 2022 - The Board of Directors of Water Polo Canada will be launching an independent internal workplace investigation into allegations brought forward in a lawsuit that alleges the mistreatment of female water polo athletes between 2004 and 2016. The Senior Men's National Team Head Coach has been suspended while the investigation is being conducted.
Safe Sport is a key priority for Water Polo Canada as we believe all water polo athletes in Canada have the right to a Safe Sport environment from the municipal pool to the Olympic pool.
Some of the initiatives that we have undertaken include:
Water Polo Canada has also been in touch and remains in close contact with Sport Canada in support of our commitment to being more proactive in our communications and working with our staff, athletes, coaches, and other stakeholders to ensure a safe, inclusive environment for all. Water Polo Canada remains committed to ensuring the physical and mental safety of each and every registrant in the water polo ecosystem.
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