CLUB ORGANIZATION

Norwesters Track and Field Club is a non-profit society registered under the Societies Act (B.C.). The Club is affiliated with the B.C. Amateur Athletics Association (B.C.A.A.A.) the Provincial Governing body for Track and Field, and Athletics Canada. It has been a major track and field organization since 1960. The Club is governed by a Board of Directors of not more than sixteen elected by the Club membership. It has its own constitution.

WHAT TO DO IF YOU HAVE A PROBLEM

If an athlete or parent has a problem related to coaching they should take it directly to the Senior Coach. If either party feels it would be beneficial they may wish to involve the Coaching Coordinator, who is the Board’s representative on the Coaching Committee. If the coach and the Coaching Coordinator together cannot solve the problem then the Coaching Coordinator will bring the problem to the President or Board of Directors.

If an athlete or parent has an administrative problem, the individual should write a letter or ask for time at a Board meeting to put forward his or her point of view. Letters should be sent directly to the President.

In most cases problems can be solved on the spot by identifying it with those concerned, discussing the background and reasons why it is a problem and then agreeing on a mutual solution. Keeping in mind most of those involved in NorWesters are volunteers, some latitude should be given in taking forward minor grievances; Serious problems however, should be dealt with swiftly through the correct channels and democratically corrected as soon as possible.