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Game officials having certain privileges through and by The
Association, with respect to the game, shall realize and respect
their responsibilities and duties to The Association and the game.
The Association endorses the Canadian Soccer Association's "Code of
Ethics" for Game Officials.
Specifically Game Officials shall: |
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Conduct
themselves with dignity both on and off the field of play and shall,
by example, endeavour to inspire the true principles of fair play
and earn the respect of those whom they serve;
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b) |
Not cause
The Association to become involved in any controversial matters and
shall abide by the rules and regulations of the jurisdiction in
which they officiate;
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Adhere to
all standards and directives;
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Always be
neat in appearance and maintain a high level of physical and mental
fitness;
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e) |
Study the
Laws of the game and be aware of all changes, and shall enforce all
said Laws and changes;
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f) |
Perform
their designated responsibilities, including attending organized
clinics and lectures, etc., and shall assist their colleagues in
upgrading and improving their standards of officiating, instructing
and assessing;
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Honour any
appointments made for and accepted by them unless unable to do so by
virtue of illness or personal emergency;
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h) |
Not publicly
criticize other officials or any soccer association nor shall they
make any statements to the media related to any game in which they
were involved;
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i) |
Be subject
to disciplinary action for not complying with this Code of Conduct. |
