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2027 Canadian Anti-Doping Program Updates (CADP)

BCWA
2 hours ago
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To the wrestling community, please take note of this important notice from Wrestling Canada Lutte


Sport Integrity Canada is pleased to share the 2027 Canadian Anti-Doping Program (CADP) with the Canadian sport community. The 2027 CADP will come into effect on January 1, 2027, ensuring the program’s ongoing compliance with the World Anti-Doping Code (Code).


Canadian national sport organizations must formally adopt the 2027 CADP by December 31, 2026, as a condition of Sport Canada funding. Sport Integrity Canada will provide sport organizations with an adoption package in the coming weeks to guide the adoption process. The CADP Covenant will also be available for multi-sport organizations who must sign it as a condition of Sport Canada funding.


Noteworthy Updates:

  • There are new whereabouts submission deadlines for each quarter. As of January 1, 2027, whereabouts must be submitted by March 15, June 15, September 15, and December 15.

  • Athletes will be required to provide a daily primary training location with their whereabouts. Additional information about this requirement will be provided at a later date to ensure athletes understand what is expected.

  • Four new recommended rights from the 2027 Athletes’ Anti-Doping Rights Act have been incorporated into the CADP, including the right to Ombuds services, access remedies, mental health support, and support for substance abuse. Sport Integrity Canada remains committed to upholding the recommended rights outlined in the Act.

  • Further to the point above, mental health supports will be made available for athletes who are engaged in the results management process. More information will be available soon.

  • The Medical Review process that is currently in effect for student-athletes will no longer be offered. Student-athletes will be required to apply for a retroactive Therapeutic Use Exemption (TUE) should they return a positive test. Student-athletes who are also included in the National Athlete Pool (NAP) will continue to apply for TUEs in advance.

  • Athletes in the NAP who retire and then wish to return to active participation in sport are no longer required to provide notice six months prior to competing in international or national events. Only athletes who were in the Registered Testing Pool at the time of their retirement have the six-month requirement.

  • More flexible sanctioning has been introduced for substances of abuse and for athletes who fail to apply for a TUE in advance.

  • A rule has been added to allow information sharing between the CADP and other Sport Integrity Canada programs, including the Canadian Safe Sport Program (CSSP) and the Canadian Program to Prevent Competition Manipulation (CPPCM).

  • A fulsome Summary of Changes for the 2027 CADP is provided below, under Documents.


Documents

We encourage all clubs, coaches and athletes to review the documents below to familiarize themselves with the updated requirements and understand how these changes may affect them. WCL's anti-doping rules apply broadly as a condition of membership to registered members, athletes, coaches, and officials.


Please direct questions about the 2027 CADP to cadp2027@sportintegrity.ca.


About Sport Integrity Canada

Sport Integrity Canada is an independent, national, not-for-profit organization that works to protect and promote the integrity of sport in Canada. Through the administration of our programs, including the Canadian Safe Sport Program, the Canadian Anti-Doping Program, and the Canadian Program to Prevent Competition Manipulation, we strive to ensure sport is safe, clean, and fair. Sport Integrity Canada acknowledges funding from the Government of Canada. For more information, visit sportintegrity.ca, follow us on LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook or Bluesky.


For further information, please contact:


613-521-3340 ext. 3233


Who is subject to anti-doping testing in wrestling?

Under the Canadian Anti-Doping Program (CADP), doping control and testing can apply to more than just national team athletes.

The following groups may be subject to anti-doping requirements:

1. Competitive Athletes

  • Athletes competing at Canadian Senior, U23, U20 (Junior) and U17 (Cadet) Championships.

  • Wrestlers holding an active United World Wrestling (UWW) licence or representing Canada internationally.

  • Athletes participating in provincial selection trials and events connected to national team selection.

2. High-Performance Athletes

  • Athletes designated by Wrestling Canada Lutte (WCL) for the National Athlete Pool (NAP), who may be subject to random, unannounced out-of-competition testing.

  • Sport Canada carded athletes receiving Athlete Assistance Program (AAP) funding, who must also complete mandatory annual anti-doping education.

3. Coaches and Athlete Support Personnel

Coaches, trainers and medical personnel are also bound by anti-doping rules. They can face sanctions for activities such as administering, trafficking or assisting athletes with the use of prohibited substances.

Important: Anti-doping responsibilities extend beyond the athletes on the mat. We encourage all athletes, coaches and clubs to familiarize themselves with the Canadian Anti-Doping Program and understand their responsibilities. For more information, please visit WCL: https://wrestling.ca/canadian-anti-doping-program/

 
 
 

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