Policies

These Policies are designed to provide the members of the MWPA with the rules and procedures that govern the Association. The ultimate objective is to promote better communication and understanding within the water polo community in Manitoba, through policies and procedures relating to its functions.

Review is constantly required in order to keep our policies current. Updated policies will be available to MWPA members within one month after the policy is approved by the Board of Directors.

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MWPA Policies Applicable to Member Clubs

General Policies

Club Membership Policy (September 2023) Sanction Policy (May 2025)

Player Transfer/Loan Policy (May 2018) Social Media Policy (January 2023)

Recruitment Policy (May 2018) Whistleblower Policy (April 2023)

Safe Sport Policies

Effective April 1, 2026, all PSOs and its Member Clubs are required to follow the Safe Sport Suite of policies, without discretion to amend, as a result of The Protecting Youth in Sports Act.

Definitions applicable to all Safe Sport Policies for ease of reference are here.

The Policies can be found here and include:

1. Code of Conduct and Ethics Policy;
2. Discipline and Complaints Policy;
3. Alternate Dispute Resolution Policy;
4. Appeal Policy;
5. Respect in Sport Policy; and
6. Coach Screening Policy Minimum Requirements

As a result, of the legislated Safe Sport requirements, the MWPA is in the process of amending several policies. These changes will be communicated to the Membership as they receive approval from the Board of Directors. We appreciate your understanding and support this transition. Stay tuned for updates!

Amended (effective April 6, 2026)

Code of Conduct and Ethics Policy

Respect in Sport

Screening Policy