The Canadian Centre for Ethics in Sport (CCES) is the custodian of the Canadian Anti-Doping Program (CADP), (link to: https://cces.ca/canadian-anti-doping-program) the set of rules that govern anti-doping in Canada. The CADP consists of several components such as in- and out-of-competition testing, education, medical exemptions, and the consequences of doping violations. The CADP is compliant with the World Anti-Doping Code (link to: https://www.wada-ama.org/en/what-we-do/the-code) and all of its associated International Standards. The 2021 CADP is currently in effect.

Lacrosse Canada has adopted the CADP, which means you are part of a world-class anti-doping program that is designed to protect athletes’ rights and ensure a level playing field. Lacrosse Canada’s anti-doping policy (link to NSO anti-doping policy) and code of conduct (link to NSO’s code of conduct) reflect and support the CADP.

As a member of Lacrosse Canada, the CADP applies to you, and athletes participating in Lacrosse Canada-sanctioned activities may be selected for doping control. The CADP also applies to athlete support personnel.

While athletes and support personnel should be familiar with the rules of the CADP and the Code, they should also know how to practice clean sport, which can be achieved by following these guidelines:

Check your medications

• Check your medications and products to ensure they do not contain banned substances or ingredients. (link to:https://cces.ca/checkmeds)
• Global DRO provides athletes and support personnel with information about the prohibited status of specific substances based on the current World Anti-Doping Agency Prohibited List. Access medication data from seven countries. (link to: https://www.globaldro.com/)
• If you need assistance checking the status of a medication, email substances@cces.ca.

Know your exemption requirements

• If your medication is prohibited in sport, verify your medical exemption requirements using the Medical Exemption Wizard. (link to: http://cces.ca/medical-exemptions)
• If you still have questions about your exemption requirements, email tue-aut@cces.ca.

Question supplements

While some supplements can correct nutritional deficiencies, promote recovery, or help achieve peak performance, supplements present a significant risk of inadvertent doping. Avoid supplements if you can.

If you and your medical support personnel agree that you have a need for a supplement:

• Learn about how to minimize your risks. (link to: https://cces.ca/supplements)
• Make sure any supplements you use are batch-tested by a reliable third-party testing program like NSF Certified for Sport. (link to: https://nsfsport.com)

Know the rules

• The 2021 Canadian Anti-Doping Program came into effect on January 1, 2021. Read more about the CADP. (link to: http://cces.ca/canadian-anti-doping-program)
• Know your rights and responsibilities as an athlete with regards to anti-doping. (link to: http://cces.ca/athletes-rights-and-responsibilities)
• If you are notified for doping control, always comply with the testing request. (link to: http://cces.ca/sample-collection-procedures)

• The World Anti-Doping Agency’s (WADA) vision: A world where all athletes can participate in a doping-free sporting environment. (link to: http://wada-ama.org/)

• Get the latest news through CCES media releases, advisory notes, and the weekly Ethical Sport Review. Subscribe now. (link to: http://cces.ca/subscribe) 

Complete your education

Athletes in the national athlete pool (NAP) and designated athlete support personnel must complete online education annually. To access courses, log into the CCES online education portal (link to: https://education.cces.ca). If you have questions about your education requirements, refer to “Which course should I take?” in this online learning FAQ (link to: https://cces.ca/online-learning) or email education@cces.ca. 

• Visit www.cces.ca/reportdoping or call 1-800-710-CCES.