Bylaws & Policies
Ontario Equestrian is recognized by the Government of Ontario's Ministry of Sport as the not-for-profit Provincial Sport Organization for Equestrian, and is a Provincial/Territorial partner of Equestrian Canada.
Ontario Equestrian Bylaws
The Bylaws of Ontario Equestrian relate to the general conduct of the affairs of the Ontario Equestrian Federation.
Click here to read the bylaws.
Published Date: June 12, 2023
Policies
Accessibility (AODA)
Ontario Equestrian’s policy regarding providing goods and services to people with disabilities
Anti-Doping (Athletes)
Ontario Equestrian abides by the Canadian Anti-Doping Program (CADP) delivered by the Canadian Centre for Ethics in Sport.
Click here to review the Canadian Anti-Doping Program
Anti-Harassment
Ontario Equestrian is committed to providing a sport and work environment in which all individuals are treated with respect and dignity, with equal opportunities for all and without any discriminatory practices. This policy describes this commitment and provides the mechanism for Ontario Equestrian to deal with harassment and abuse issues quickly, responsively and effectively.
Code of Conduct
Ontario Equestrian has several codes of conduct, outlining the expected conduct of individuals active in Equestrian sport.
Click here to read the Code of Conduct for Coaches
Click here to read the Code of Conduct for Competitors
Click here to read the Code of Conduct, Confidentiality, and Conflict of Interest Policy
Click here to read the Code of Conduct for Parents
Concussions
Ontario Equestrian plays an essential role in promoting safety awareness, and has developed these concussion guidelines outlining the expected conduct of individuals active in equestrian sport.
Click here to read the Concussion Code of Conduct – Athletes and Parents/Guardians
Click here to read the Concussion Code of Conduct – Coaches
Click here to read the Concussion and Return to Play Policy
Discipline
Irresponsible behaviour by OE Members can result in severe damage to the integrity of Ontario Equestrian. Conduct that violates these values may be subject to sanctions pursuant to this policy. Members are provided a mechanism so complaints and discipline is dealt with fairly, expeditiously and affordably.
Click here to read the Discipline Policy
Dispute resolution
This Policy is intended to provide a process to allow Ontario Equestrian members and OE to resolve certain disputes falling inside the jurisdiction of the Policy fairly and expeditiously.
Click here to read the Dispute Resolution Policy
Financial Policies & Internal Controls
Financial policies and internal controls regarding the operation of Equestrian Canada are outlined through this policy.
Click here to read the Financial Policies & Internal Controls
Inclusivity
Ontario Equestrian is committed to ensuring an environment which supports inclusion for all individuals and groups interested in participating and pursuing excellence in Equine Sport within Ontario.
Click here to read the Inclusivity Policy
Membership
Ontario Equestrian has one category of member who has certain rights and privileges - outlined in the Membership Policy.
Click here to read the Membership Policy
Privacy
Ontario Equestrian recognizes the privacy of individuals with respect to their personal information and is committed to ensuring the privacy of our members.
Click here to read the Privacy Policy
Screening
Due to the positions of trust that are inherent in the provision of sport activities, all staff and volunteers that play a role in Ontario Equestrian activities need to be appropriately screened for the protection of all the individuals that we provide service to, especially individuals considered vulnerable.
Click here to read the Screening Policy
Social Media Policy
Ontario Equestrian has developed a policy and guideline outlining both acceptable official and personal use of social media, applying to Ontario Equestrian employees, volunteers and board members.
Contact Ontario Equestrian
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