Rowing is Our Business

Policies and Rules

Health and Safety

Through its various programs the Ottawa Rowing Club provides a broad range of opportunities for individuals to row. The single most important object of these programs is to maintain the safety of all individuals involved. No rowing program, no matter how important its other goals, is worth the risk of an athlete being injured or killed. No rower wants to carry the burden of negligent injuring another. Rowing safely is also a simple matter of respect for fellow athletes and other users of the river. For this reason, the Ottawa Rowing Club is strengthening its longstanding safety policy to reemphasize the central role of safety in its operations.

Safe Sport Manual

Athlete Protection Policy: This Athlete Protection Policy describes how Persons in Authority shall maintain a safe sport environment for all Athletes.

Code of Conduct and Ethics: The purpose of this Code is to ensure a safe and positive environment within the programs, activities, and Events of ORC by making Individuals aware that there is an expectation, at all times, of appropriate behaviour consistent with the applicable organisation’s core values and policies. ORC supports equal opportunity, prohibits discriminatory practices, and is committed to providing an environment in which all individuals can safely participate in our sport and are treated with respect and fairness.

Harassment, Discipline and Complaints Policy: Individuals are expected to fulfill certain responsibilities and obligations including, but not limited to, complying with the policies, Bylaws, rules and regulations of ORC. Non-compliance may result in the imposition of sanctions pursuant to this Policy.

Social Media Policy: The Ottawa Rowing Club (ORC) is aware that Individual interaction and communication occurs frequently on Social Media. ORC cautions Individuals that any conduct falling short of the standard of behaviour required by this Social Media Policy and the Code of Conduct and Ethics may be subject to the disciplinary sanctions identified within the Harassment, Discipline and Complaints Policy. 

Screening Policy: Rowing Canada Aviron (RCA) and Rowing Organizations understand that screening personnel and volunteers is a vital part of providing a safe sporting environment and has become a common practice amongst sport organisations that provide programs and services to the Canadian sport community, and specifically within rowing clubs and associations.

Bylaws and Administration

VISION, MISSION AND VALUES

Vision
The Ottawa Rowing Club will be an inclusive volunteer organisation that inspires excellence and builds community through the sport of rowing.

Mission
The Ottawa Rowing Club provides athletic opportunities through competitive and recreational rowing leading to personal success, increased fitness and community building in the national capital region.

Values
Excellence, Health and Fitness, Responsibility, Community, Teamwork, Commitment, Respect.