At Basketball Nova Scotia, we are committed to maintaining a sport environment that is respectful, inclusive, and safe for all participants. A critical part of Safe Sport is ensuring that any form of inappropriate behaviour or maltreatment is addressed promptly and effectively.
This page outlines how we define and differentiate types of behaviour, and provides the tools and resources for athletes, coaches, officials, parents, and others to report concerns confidently and responsibly.
Misconduct vs. Maltreatment
Basketball Nova Scotia distinguishes between misconduct (such as unsportsmanlike behaviour, like receiving technical fouls) and maltreatment, which includes abuse, harassment, neglect, bullying, and grooming. Maltreatment is more serious and activates Safe Sport response protocols.
Reporting Maltreatment
Everyone involved in sport has a responsibility to help foster a safe and respectful environment. If you witness or experience any form of maltreatment, you are encouraged to report it.
Report Maltreatment Anonymously or Confidentially:
The Canadian Centre for Ethics in Sport (CCES) provides a secure, third-party platform for submitting Safe Sport concerns.
Submit a report or learn more at cces.ca/report-safe-sport
Basketball Nova Scotia Policies & Complaints
For a list of our policies and to file a complaint, see here.