PRIVATE FOOTBALL CAMPS AND CLINIC

As the number of private football camps continues to grow in Canada. It is important to be informed and aware of the risks that may be associated with them. Improper training protocols can cause issues and injuries when there aren’t any regulations around coach certifications, insurance coverages or following of Sport Canada’s Long Term Athlete Development Model.

All athletes are free to participate in any camps they wish, but we at Football Nova Scotia want you to be aware of some important questions to ask before participating in events outside of Football Nova Scotia, your minor association or high school.

  1. Are they a non-profit or for-profit organization?

  2. Are they sanctioned by Football Nova Scotia and covered under Football Canada’s insurance policy? Note: Groups looking for sanctioning can apply through the SANCTIONING REQUEST found in our Policies

  3. Can you see a copy of their insurance coverage?

  4. Are all the coaches involved equipped with minimum Football Canada NCCP level training such as Safe Contact, Making Headway, Making Ethical Decisions and Safe Sport?

  5. Is the program following Sport Canada’s Long Term Athlete Development guidelines?

  6. Outside of coach certifications, what type of policies do you have in place to protect my child such as background checks?

  7. Do you have athletic therapists present?

You can be sure that any camps offered by the following member associations follow the proper guidelines and safety measures:

  • Nova Scotia Minor Football Associations

    • Halifax Minor Football Association

    • Dartmouth Minor Football Association

    • Fall River Minor Football Association

    • Cape Breton Minor Football Association

    • Timberlea Minor Football Association

    • Bedford/Sackville Minor Football Association

    • Valley Minor Football Association

    • Southshore Minor Football Association

    • Truro Minor Football Association

  • Atlantic University Sport

    • Saint Mary’s University Huskies

    • Acadia University Axemen

    • StFX University X-Men

    • Dalhousie University Tigers (AFL)

  • Maritime Football League

    • Nova Scotia Buccaneers

    • Halifax Heat

  • Maritime Women’s Football League

    • Halifax Xplosion

If you have any questions surrounding upcoming camps and whether they are sanctioned by Football Nova Scotia please contact us at bfisher@sportnovascotia.ca