Indoor Season: New Eligibility Confirmation Required For Player Registration

Dear CWSA Players, Team Officials and Teams,

We need to inform you of a new legislation requirement that will appear during player registration this indoor season.

On September 1, 2025, the Government of Alberta enacted the Fairness and Safety in Sport Act and Fairness and Safety in Sport Regulation. Under this legislation, all athletes registering in female-only leagues, classes, or divisions (age 12 and older) are required to confirm that they meet the eligibility requirement of female sex at birth.

At the time of registration, athletes (or a parent/guardian if under 18) will need to confirm that they:

• Understand this eligibility requirement, and
• Meet this eligibility requirement to participate.

This is a government-mandated requirement for all sport organizations in Alberta, and we are required by law to include it in our registration process.

Thank you for your understanding as we comply with this provincial legislation.

For more information: Fairness and Safety in Sport Act

FAQ:

Why am I being asked this question?
This requirement comes directly from the Fairness and Safety in Sport Act, a provincial law that took effect September 1, 2025. All sport organizations in Alberta must include this step in registration.

Is this a CWSA rule?
No. This requirement is set by the Government of Alberta, not by CWSA.

Who does this apply to?
This applies to any athlete age 12 or older who registers in a female-only league, class, or division.

What do I need to do?
During registration, you (or your parent/guardian if under 18) will be asked to confirm that you understand and meet this eligibility requirement.