About Us

The CCES is an independent, national, not-for-profit, multi-sport organization with a vision of fair, safe, accessible, and inclusive sport for everyone. We believe the fundamental purpose of sport can and should be to make a positive contribution to Canadian society and that ethical sport is the best way to achieve that.

We believe that by intentionally activating True Sport, advocating for ethical sport, and protecting the integrity of sport, we will fulfill our mission and achieve our vision.

Our Mission

To work collaboratively to address unethical behaviours and promote a values-based approach to sport to ensure positive sport experiences for all.

Our Vision

Sport is fair, safe, accessible, and inclusive.

Read our 2022-2027 Strategic Plan to find out more. 

Our Story

CCES Story CoverBorn out of a landmark merger between the Canadian Centre for Drug-Free Sport and Fair Play Canada, the CCES is founded on the principles of fair play and drug-free sport. We have built upon the solid foundation of these internationally recognized pioneering organizations to create and promote the kind of sport environment Canadians desire and deserve.

Recognizing that Canadians want sport with a conscience, the CCES uses ethical debate to create an environment for meaningful dialogue around the future of sport, based on commonly agreed principles of right and wrong. As the facilitator and elevator of the conscience of Canadian sport, the CCES strives to shape the public consensus of how we should behave when we compete, always recognizing that in a democracy consensus is dynamic. The CCES is one authority in Canada who can publicly protect the value system that will give Canadians the sport they want.

This is the world we live in. Read our story to find out how we got here and where we plan to go from here

Funding

As a not-for-profit organization independent from sport organizations and government, the CCES receives its funding from a variety of sources, including Sport Canada, fee-for-service revenues and grants. The CCES audited financial statements are available in our Annual Report.

Strategic Priorities

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