CJFL leading by example through increased anti-doping efforts

(Ottawa, Ontario – November 21, 2012) – The Canadian Centre for Ethics in Sport (CCES) and the Canadian Junior Football League (CJFL) are pleased to report the completion of an agreement for the 2012 season under which the CCES provided doping control over and above the basic service, in compliance with the Canadian Anti-Doping Program (CADP).

“We are very impressed with the CJFL’s decision to seek optional services this season,” said Paul Melia, President and CEO of the CCES. “In doing so, they made a bold statement about their commitment to clean sport and the health of their young athletes.”

“The CJFL has provided mandatory drug education for its athletes for the past 24 years and doping control (drug testing) for 22 years,” added Ron White, CCES Liaison for the CJFL. “We have, through our concerted efforts, promoted the ethical values of a drug-free sport while maintaining the integrity of our sport.”

The Canadian Junior Football League provides the opportunity for young men aged 17 to 22 to participate in highly competitive post-high school football that is unique in Canada. The goal of the league is to foster community involvement and yield a positive environment by teaching discipline, perseverance and cooperation. The benefits of the league are strong camaraderie, national competition and life-long friends.

The Canadian Centre for Ethics in Sport is an independent, national, not-for-profit organization. We recognize that true sport can make a great difference for individuals, communities and our country. We are committed to working collaboratively to activate a values-based and principle-driven sport system; protecting the integrity of sport from the negative forces of doping and other unethical threats; and advocating for sport that is fair, safe and open to everyone.

 

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