Canadian Sport Institute Calgary is Joining Abuse Free Sport

CSI Calgary also launches new Safe Sport microsite for athletes, coaches and staff on www.csialberta.ca/safe-sport

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

CALGARY, ALBERTA – The Canadian Sport Institute Calgary (CSI Calgary), has signed the agreement to join Abuse-Free Sport, the independent program to prevent and address maltreatment in sport.

CSI Calgary, and its stakeholders, now have access to the services of the Office of the Sport Integrity Commissioner (OSIC), which serves as the central hub of Abuse-Free Sport. CSI Calgary participants who have experienced or witnessed abuse can go to https://sportintegritycommissioner.ca/ to report an incident.

CSI Calgary has completed the full adoption of the Universal Code of Conduct to Prevent and Address Maltreatment in Sport (UCCMS), which it must do before it can become part of the Abuse-Free Sport program and have made the required policy changes.

CSI Calgary participants will also continue to have access to independent third-party services through the following independent third party:

Chris Stanley Manager, Investigations and Strategic Initiatives,

University of Calgary

403.220.8146

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CSI Calgary is also pleased to launch our new Safe Sport microsite. The site is divided into three sections: PROVIDE – Providing a Platform for Reporting; PREVENT – Prevention Through Education; and PROMOTE – Promoting a Safe Sport Environment.

The PROVIDE section is designed to be a place for our athletes, coaches, and staff to easily find the right information to contact someone based on the nature of a concern. Whether it is reporting of misconduct, an incident, whistleblowing, or if someone is looking for mental health support, this page includes information on the various platforms available for reporting and support.

The PREVENT section’s purpose is to offer a central place with a vast collection of internal and external resources available to everyone in sport. The page includes resources on mental health, wellness and nutrition, injury prevention, equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility. We have also pulled useful websites, eLearning Modules, and other resources from organizations like True Sport, the Office of the Sport Integrity Commissioner (OSIC), Sport Dispute Resolution Centre of Canada (SDRCC), the Canadian Centre for Ethics in Sport, Respect Group, Coaching Association of Canada, and Game Plan to name a few.

The PROMOTE section includes all CSI Calgary updated policies related to ensuring we provide a safe, healthy, and inclusive sport environment.

We would like to acknowledge Skate Canada for its support and inspiration in the development of our safe sport site.

About the Canadian Sport Institute Calgary

The Canadian Sport Institute Calgary provides world-class training environments in Alberta. With the support of our partners, we deliver leading sport science and medicine, coach education and life services to help Canada's high-performance athletes achieve Olympic and Paralympic podium performances. www.csialberta.ca

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Annie Gagnon, Director, Marketing & Communications

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Annie Goncin, Manager, Athlete Services & Digital Media

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January 12th, 2023

CALGARY – The Canadian Sport Institute Calgary (CSI Calgary) is proud to announce its new community partnership with Basecamp Resorts, a Canadian-owned company that offers townhome-style suites with picturesque mountain views throughout the Canadian Rockies.

As a Community Partner with CSI Calgary, registered athletes, teams, and staff can receive between 15% and 25% off nightly stays (season-dependent) in all Basecamp locations (Banff/Lake Louise, Canmore, Golden, and Revelstoke). To learn more about Basecamp and their locations, visit their website here.

“Whether you’re looking to enjoy a more remote getaway or wanting to experience the culture of our mountain towns, Basecamp Resorts is where your adventures begin. We are very excited to be partnering with CSI Calgary and are looking forward to host CSI Calgary athletes, coaches, and sport science professionals this coming year,” said Oliver Cross, Revenue Analyst at Basecamp Resorts.

“We are thrilled to partner with Basecamp Resorts as our new Community Partner” said Gary Davies, President/CEO of CSI Calgary. “Athletes often require accommodations throughout training/competition season, especially those training away from home. Working with a Canadian company that mixes quality stays and top-level amenities for athletes at a discounted rate, with multiple locations near our training campuses, is a great fit.”

To inquire about Basecamp Resorts, and for more information on how to take advantage of this community partnership, please contact Manager, Athlete Services & Digital Media, Annie Goncin, at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

About Basecamp Resorts

Our mission at Basecamp Resorts is to provide guests with unique and immersive experiences amongst some of Canada’s most epic natural wonders. All our properties are located in destinations that offer breathtaking mountain views and access to an endless bounty of outdoor adventures, no matter the time of year. Whether you’re looking to enjoy a more remote getaway or wanting to experience the culture of our mountain towns, Basecamp Resorts is where your adventures begin.

About the Canadian Sport Institute Calgary

The Canadian Sport Institute Calgary provides world-class training environments in Alberta. With the support of our partners, we deliver leading sport science and medicine, coach education and life services to help Canada's high-performance athletes achieve Olympic and Paralympic podium performances. For more information, please visit www.csialberta.ca

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Media Contact:

Annie Gagnon, Director, Marketing & Communications

Canadian Sport Institute Calgary

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Annie Goncin, Manager, Athlete Services & Digital Media

Canadian Sport Institute Calgary

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Oliver Cross, Revenue Analyst

Basecamp Resorts

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January 24th, 2023

CALGARY – The Canadian Sport Institute Calgary (CSI Calgary) is proud to announce its new community partnership with DUER, a Vancouver-based brand offering a category of stretch performance denim and lifestyle apparel crafted from plants and recycled materials.

“We at DUER are so grateful for the opportunity to be able to work with CSI Calgary!” said Scott Burns, Calgary Store Team Lead, DUER. “The DUER x CSI Calgary partnership grew organically from a chance-meeting between two individuals. Our aligned values alongside our shared passion for supporting individuals with high performance needs has made starting this united journey and nurturing it a priority. Working with Annie Goncin and her team has been enjoyable for the entire process. We are looking forward to seeing athletes and staff in DUER wear, and cannot wait to see what the future holds!”

After decades in the jeanswear business, DUER’s founder traded in his car for a bike to adopt a healthier active lifestyle. Unable to find a pair of pants with stretch to handle a commute and polish for a day of meetings, the need for performance denim emerged. DUER’s products are designed for “doers” to move comfortably from bike lane to boardroom to an evening out, all in a single pair of pants. To learn more about DUER products, visit their website here.

“We are thrilled to bring on DUER as our new community partner. DUER, and all the staff in the Calgary store have been unbelievably supportive in our mission to ‘elevate the athlete’”, said Gary Davies, President & CEO, CSI Calgary. “To kick off the partnership, DUER hosted CSI Calgary and Athletes in the Calgary store for an intimate shopping experience, product-knowledge hour, and fitting sessions. Athletes were paired with a sales associate to further understand the fit and purpose of each denim style. They understand the needs and impact of active, high performance-individuals, and want to ensure affordability for athletes. We are looking forward to the year-ahead working with DUER, and increasing our athletes’ experience networking and working with new partners.”

To inquire about DUER, and for more information on how to take advantage of this community partnership, please contact Manager, Athlete Services & Digital Media, Annie Goncin, at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

About DUER

DUER was created to make it easier for people to get dressed and get on with the good stuff --- the healthy, adventurous, meaningful stuff. The first retail location in Vancouver opened in 2016 with Toronto and Calgary to follow. In 2020, DUER opened its first U.S. storefront in Denver, Colorado followed by a second location in Los Angeles in the fall of 2021. DUER now has customers in over 27 different countries worldwide and products in 800 independent retailers through its wholesale network. From REI to Nordstrom, DUER effectively bridges the gap between fashion and function with performance apparel for both men and women.

About the Canadian Sport Institute Calgary

The Canadian Sport Institute Calgary provides world-class training environments in Alberta. With the support of our partners, we deliver leading sport science and medicine, coach education and life services to help Canada's high-performance athletes achieve Olympic and Paralympic podium performances. For more information, please visit www.csialberta.ca

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Media Contact:

Annie Gagnon, Director, Marketing & Communications

Canadian Sport Institute Calgary

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Annie Goncin, Manager, Athlete Services & Digital Media

Canadian Sport Institute Calgary

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Kylie McGregor, Public Relations Manager

DUER

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November 15th, 2022

CALGARY – The Canadian Sport Institute Calgary (CSI Calgary) is proud to announce its new community partnership with JustBiteMe, a Canadian-owned healthy meal-prep company servicing the Calgary, Edmonton, and the Province of Alberta since 2018.

As a Community Partner with CSI Calgary, registered athletes can receive a discount code for 20% off sitewide at JustBiteMe. To learn more about products and services, visit their website here.

"We are extremely excited to be working with the CSI Calgary to fuel some of Canada's top athletes,” said Dan Koren, Co-Founder, JustBiteMe Meals. “Having the chance to tour the CSI Calgary facility and see the high level of care and attention that goes into each athlete makes it an honour to be able to provide healthy meals to their team. We look forward to working alongside their athletes to meet all their nutritional and dietary requirements."

“JustBiteMe have taken the time and care to design meals that offer both flavor and fuel”, said Kelly Drager, Lead, Sport Nutrition at CSI Calgary. “Athletes often require double or triple the fueling requirements and JustBiteMe offers customizable options for these needs. Their willingness to accommodate shows their commitment to ensuring there is something for everyone. These ready to eat options are great for athletes when they are short on time between training sessions, tired and just need to eat, or looking for some new options to add to their meal repertoire.”

To inquire about JustBiteMe Meals, and for more information on how to take advantage of this community partnership, please contact Manager, Athlete Services & Digital Media, Annie Goncin, at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

About JustBiteMe Meals

We were founded in 2018 and we believe it should be easy to eat healthy without sacrificing taste. We started with a vision that we can help those looking for daily healthy meals delivered. Provided with full macros and made by our Red Seal Chefs ready to open, heat and eat! Our mission is to help change the lives of people one "bite" at a time. We built a state-of-the-art kitchen and only bring in the freshest and highest quality ingredients we can find so we know our customers and our athletes are fueling themselves with the highest quality meals.

About the Canadian Sport Institute Calgary

The Canadian Sport Institute Calgary provides world-class training environments in Alberta. With the support of our partners, we deliver leading sport science and medicine, coach education and life services to help Canada's high-performance athletes achieve Olympic and Paralympic podium performances. For more information, please visit www.csialberta.ca

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Media Contact:

Annie Gagnon, Director, Marketing & Communications

Canadian Sport Institute Calgary

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Annie Goncin, Manager, Athlete Services & Digital Media

Canadian Sport Institute Calgary

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Dan Koren. Co-Founder

JustBiteMe Meals

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