Our Commitment to Governance
The Niagara Soccer Association (NSA) is committed to operating with integrity, transparency, fairness, and accountability. Our governance framework ensures that all league operations, competitions, registrations, and activities are conducted in alignment with Ontario Soccer, Canada Soccer, and applicable regulations.
This page provides access to all official NSA policies, procedures, and governance documents that guide our operations and protect players, officials, clubs, volunteers, and the broader soccer community.
League Rules & Competition Governance
These policies govern how the game is played, administered, and enforced within NSA-sanctioned competitions.
Rules & Regulations
Governs league structure, registrations, eligibility, competition standards, and administrative requirements.Laws of the Game
Official IFAB Laws of the Game adopted and enforced across all NSA competitions.Discipline & Appeals Policy
Outlines misconduct procedures, discipline by review, hearings, suspensions, appeals, and associated fees.
Safety, Welfare & Integrity
NSA prioritizes the safety and wellbeing of all participants, especially youth and vulnerable persons.
Safeguarding / Safe Sport Policy
Defines expectations for behaviour, reporting procedures, and protection of minors and participants.Waiver & Parental Consent Policy
Required acknowledgments for participation, including consent for minors.Background Check Consent & Screening
Applies to coaches, officials, volunteers, and individuals in positions of trust.Code of Conduct
Establishes standards of behaviour for players, parents, coaches, officials, volunteers, and spectators.
Insurance, Risk & Liability
These documents explain insurance coverage and responsibilities for clubs and participants.
Ontario Soccer Insurance Information
Overview of insurance coverage provided through Ontario Soccer for registered participants and sanctioned activities.Insurance & Liability Information
Explains limitations, responsibilities, and requirements related to insurance coverage.
Match Officials Governance
Guidelines and resources supporting referee development and accountability.
Referee Resources
Education materials, Laws of the Game links, development tools, and officiating support.Referee Forms & Administration
Registration, reporting, evaluation, and assignment documentation.Long Term Officials Development (LTOD)
Ontario Soccer’s structured pathway for referee education, mentorship, and advancement.
Legal & Website Policies
These policies govern the use of the NSA website and related services.
Privacy Policy
Explains how personal information is collected, used, and protected.Terms & Conditions
Governs use of the website, registrations, and services.Cookie Policy
Details how cookies and tracking technologies are used.Refunds & Cancellations Policy
Explains eligibility, processing, and limitations for refunds.
Policy Updates & Compliance
All policies are subject to review and updates as required by Ontario Soccer, Canada Soccer, or legislative changes.
Clubs and participants are responsible for reviewing and complying with all applicable policies.
Failure to comply may result in disciplinary action, suspension, or loss of privileges.
MEMBERSHIP BENEFITS
What are the benefits of being a part of Ontario Soccer?
As the third largest youth sport organization in Canada, Ontario Soccer is proud to serve a massive membership of over half a million Ontarians. Our organization develops, supports, and delivers programs and services throughout Ontario in partnership with grassroots communities and Club, District Associations, Private Academies, municipal, provincial and national governments, universities, colleges, schools, and professional soccer organizations.
By continually innovating the game and being progressive leaders in soccer, we aim to bring to life our vision for the beautiful game, to Play. Inspire. Unite.
Check out how vast and varied the benefits of being a part of the largest and leading Provincial Sport Organization in Canada are – whether you’re a Player, Coach, Match Official, Administrator, District, Club, or Private Academy, there is something for you!