Chaperone Program

The role of the chaperone is integral to the success of the doping control officer (DCO) program. Each year over 500 volunteer chaperones are used to assist with the sample collection session.

Chaperones are trained and authorized by the CCES to carry out specific duties, including :

• notifying the athlete selected for sample collection;
• identifying the athlete through various verification methods;
• reading the athletes their rights and responsibilities;
• providing the athletes with a selection of sealed beverages to remain hydrated;
• accompanying and observing the athlete until arrival at the doping control station;
• witnessing the provision of the sample where the training qualifies him / her to do so.

All individuals recruited to become chaperones must be trained and authorized by a certified DCO prior to carrying out any doping control related responsibilities.

Recruitment Process for Chaperones

Many of the chaperones used for doping control are socially connected to the DCOs in their geographic location. When a DCO is unable to secure a chaperone from their network they will refer to the CCES chaperone database. This database can be found on the CCES website and can only be accessed by DCOs themselves with the use of a secure username and password.

Eligibility Requirements

To be eligible to be trained as a chaperone by a DCO, a person must :

If you are interested in working as a volunteer chaperone and adding your name to the CCES chaperone database, email info@cces.ca. Please include the city you reside in and any other necessary information that will allow a DCO to contact you.

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