Bylaws & Policies

Ontario Equestrian Bylaws

The Bylaws of Ontario Equestrian relate to the general conduct of the affairs of the Ontario Equestrian Federation.

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Click here to read the bylaws.

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Published Date: June 12, 2023

Policies

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Accessibility (AODA)

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Ontario Equestrian’s policy regarding providing goods and services to people with disabilities

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Click here to read the policy

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Anti-Doping (Athletes)

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Ontario Equestrian abides by the Canadian Anti-Doping Program (CADP) delivered by the Canadian Centre for Ethics in Sport.

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Click here to review the Canadian Anti-Doping Program

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Anti-Harassment

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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.

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Click here to read the policy

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Code of Conduct

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Ontario Equestrian has a Code of Conduct outlining the minimum expected standards with respect to appropriate behaviour in equestrian sport programs, business, events,

and competitions.

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Click here to read the Code of Conduct

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Click here to read the Equine Welfare, Handling and Care Polcy

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Concussions

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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.

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Click here to read the Concussion Code of Conduct – Athletes and Parents/Guardians

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Click here to read the Concussion Code of Conduct – Coaches

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Click here to read the Concussion and Return to Play Policy

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Discipline

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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.

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Click here to read the Discipline Policy

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Dispute resolution

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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.

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Click here to read the Dispute Resolution Policy

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Click here to read the Alternate Dispute Resolution Policy

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Click here to read the Appeals Policy

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Equity, Diversity and Inclusion

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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.

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Click here to read the Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Policy

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Membership

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Ontario Equestrian has one category of member who has certain rights and privileges - outlined in the Membership Policy.

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Click here to read the Membership Policy

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Privacy

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Ontario Equestrian recognizes the privacy of individuals with respect to their personal information and is committed to ensuring the privacy of our members.

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Click here to read the Privacy Policy

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Screening

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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.

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Click here to read the Screening Policy

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Social Media Policy

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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.

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Click here to read the Social Media Policy