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ASLA Welcomes Program Coordinator Shannon Hatch
ASLA is pleased to announce the appointment of Shannon Hatch as our Program Coordinator. Shannon joins us to advance Alberta’s Safe Sport Program—coordinating the Alberta Safe Sport Complaint Mechanism (ABSSCM), supporting PSO/MSO policy alignment, and driving education, compliance tracking, and reporting across the province.
With Appreciation to Scott Hayes
ASLA extends sincere thanks to Scott Hayes for his hard work during the development of the Alberta Safe Sport Complaint Mechanism (ABSSCM). Scott’s contributions were instrumental in moving the pilot forward and establishing strong foundations for service quality and stakeholder collaboration. We wish him the very best as he returns to the Government of Alberta (SPAR).
About Shannon
Shannon is a former professional athlete who competed in Europe and recently relocated back to Canada. She brings hands-on experience in sport operations, program coordination, and stakeholder engagement, and she’s eager to contribute that expertise to Alberta’s sport system. With her experience both on and off the playing field she will be an excellent fit for a role that requires both empathy and execution.
What Shannon Will Lead
ABSSCM coordination: day-to-day liaison with the provider; service-quality touchpoints; routing/admin.
Policy alignment: supporting PSOs/MSOs to align with AB UCC and related safe sport policies; version control and status tracking.
Education & resources: coordinating training calendars, role-specific sessions, and a growing resource hub.
Reporting: monthly dashboards, quarterly updates, and progress tracking to inform continuous improvement.
Please join us in welcoming Shannon to the ASLA team. You can reach her at shatch@absportleadership.ca.
ASLA is Hiring Part-Time Programs Coordinator
ASLA is recruiting a part-time Program Coordinator to help advance safe, welcoming sport across Alberta. The role is remote (Alberta-based), reports to the Executive Director, and focuses on coordinating the Alberta Safe Sport Complaint Mechanism (ABSSCM) while supporting PSOs/MSOs with implementation, education, compliance tracking, and reporting.
What you’ll do
Coordinate ABSSCM operations and stakeholder touchpoints
Track policy alignment and training completion across PSOs/MSOs
Prepare monthly/quarterly dashboards and ED reports
Support education calendars, resources, and event logistics
Assist with budget tracking and program administration
Support the ED with key projects
What we’re looking for
3+ years in coordination/program administration (sport/non-profit/public sector)
Working knowledge of safe sport standards (UCCMS/AB UCC), reporting pathways, and screening
Strong organization, document control, and data tracking skills
Integrity, confidentiality, and trauma-informed communication
Role details
Part-time: ~22–24 hours/week
Remote (Alberta-based), occasional provincial travel
Target start: January 2026
How to apply
Email your resume and brief cover letter to execdir@absportleadership.ca with the subject line “Program Coordinator – YOUR NAME.”
Alberta Safe Sport Complaint Mechanism (ABSSCM)
Review of the Independent Third-Party Mechanism (ITPM) and associated Policies and Procedures
A dedicated session designed for Board members and senior leadership, with a specific focus on the ABSSCM.
Thursday, December 4 at 6:30 PM to 7:30 PM MST
Note: Registration is now closed. Registered attendees will be emailed the meeting link.
Hosted By:
Alberta Sport Leadership Association (ASLA)
ABSSCM Session Overview
This session will provide a comprehensive walkthrough of the full Alberta Safe Sport Complaint Mechanism (ABSSCM) adoption package. Participants will be guided through each required document, supporting resource, and implementation step to ensure a smooth and consistent rollout across all Provincial Sport Organizations (PSOs).
ASLA coordinates the system; ALIAS handles independent intake and case management. ASLA does not receive or decide individual cases.
This session will provide you;
✅ A practical checklist of governance and board responsibilities
✅ Key insights on policies, procedures, and implementation processes
✅ Answers to your specific questions during the Q&A session
✅ Resources and reference materials for ongoing support
Core Policy Documents:
Alberta Universal Code of Conduct (AB UCC)
The foundational standards of behaviour and expectations applicable to all participants across Alberta’s sport system.
Reporting and Independent Resolution Policy
Outlines the standardized reporting pathways, independent review processes, and jurisdictional considerations under the ABSSCM framework.
Adoption Agreement
The formal agreement each organization signs to adopt the ABSSCM and align its internal policies and practices accordingly.
To support efficient and flexible adoption, each organization is provided with both long form (full detail) and short form (streamlined) versions of key documents.
Template Resolution of Adopting Organization (Long & Short Forms)
Template Participant Notice (Long & Short Forms)
Presenters:
ALIAS (Alias Solutions) an independent Canadian provider delivering secure, confidential intake and case management for safe sport and ethics reporting.
Should you have any questions please email Scott Hayes.
Integrated Third-Party Mechanism (ITPM)
Intent to Participate Form
As discussed during the September 24, 2025 Engagement Session, organizations are invited to confirm their Intent to Participate in the Alberta Independent Third-Party Mechanism (ITPM).
📅 Deadline to respond: Friday, October 24, 2025, at 4:00 pm (MT).
Should you have any questions please email Scott Hayes.
2025 ASLA AGM
2025 Board Election Results
The Alberta Sport Leadership Association (ASLA) held its 2025 Annual General Meeting on Wednesday, June 25, at 1:00 PM (MT). We extend our sincere thanks to all members and stakeholders who participated in this important event.
We are pleased to announce the results of the 2025 Board of Directors election:
Elected for a Three-Year Term
Mary Moran (Re-elected)
Diane Clarke (Re-elected)
Kim Ewasechko
Elected for a Two-Year Term
Jef Bailey
We would also like to acknowledge the candidacies of David Saengsathit and Mathieu Tremblay, and thank them for their interest and ongoing contributions to the sport sector in Alberta.
Please join us in congratulating our newly elected and returning Board members. We look forward to their leadership and continued commitment as we work together to strengthen sport leadership across the province.
Executive and Committee Chair Appointments
Following the AGM, the Board confirmed the following executive and committee leadership appointments:
Chair: Mary Moran
Vice Chair: Gary Davies
Secretary: Susan Eymann
Treasurer: Kim Ewasechko
Governance Chair: Andy Trevoy
Finance & Audit Chair: Kim Ewasechko
Marketing & Communications Chair: Gary Davies
We thank all appointees for stepping into these important roles and look forward to a productive year ahead.
Alberta acts to end maltreatment in sport
With the development of a new Safe Sport Strategy, Alberta’s government is making it clear: harassment and abuse have no place here.
Harassment and abuse have no place in Alberta, or in the province’s sport system. Sport is for everyone – no Albertan should remain on the sidelines for fear of maltreatment when playing the sports they love. With a $3-million investment, Alberta’s government is taking meaningful action to ensure every Albertan can participate in sport safely, confidently and with dignity.
In partnership with the Alberta Sport Leadership Association, Alberta’s government is creating a new Safe Sport Strategy that will encourage quality programming in safe sporting environments, empowering Albertans to get off the sidelines and into the game…
Making Strides
It all begins with an idea.
ALBERTA SPORT LEADERSHIP ASSOCIATION LAUNCHES SAFE AND WELCOMING SPORT PROGRAM WITH FUNDING FROM SPAR
The Alberta Sport Leadership Association (ASLA) is pleased to announce a three-year pilot project to support the establishment of a Safe and Welcoming Sport Program for Alberta, with funding support from the Sport, Physical Activity and Recreation Branch (SPAR).
A key component of this will be the inclusion of an independent third-party mechanism (ITPM) to address complaints related to maltreatment in sport, specifically in the context of Provincial Sport Organizations (PSOs) funded by the Government of Alberta.
The Safe and Welcoming Sport pilot project aligns with ASLA’s 2024-2026 Strategic Plan titled “Advancing Alberta’s Sport Sector,” which was previewed at the organization’s AGM on June 25th, 2024. In addition to the provision of the ITPM service to the provincial sport community, the project will focus on developing resources, education, and training aimed at fostering Safe and Welcoming Sport, and supporting the PSOs in identifying and addressing maltreatment and supporting mental health.
To initiate, develop and launch the pilot project and provide support to ASLA, Scott Hayes from the Ministry of Tourism and Sport has been seconded to act as the Safe and Welcoming Sport Program Manager. As this program is developed, Hayes will be leading the engagement of the PSOs over the coming months to better understand how we build an Alberta relevant program.
Founded in April 2022, the ASLA (Alberta Sport Leadership) is a non-profit entity with the mission of enhancing Alberta’s sport community by promoting the positive values and benefits of sport; acting as a collective voice to address the variety of challenges faced by the sport community; and providing strategic leadership within the sport community.
For more information, please contact:
Scott F. Hayes
Program Manager
Alberta Sport Leadership Association
Email: shayes@absportleadership.ca
Tim Bjornson
Director, Sector Development
Sport, Physical Activity and Recreation Branch
Email: tim.bjornson@gov.ab.ca