Doping Control

Rowing Canada Aviron's Position Statement on Doping in Sport

Rowing Canada Aviron is unequivocally opposed to the practice of doping in sport. It is strictly forbidden under the Canadian Rules of Racing and is an offence under Article XXI of Rowing Canada Aviron’s Constitution. It is an attempt to gain an advantage by cheating and brings dishonour to the individual, to the sport of rowing and to sport in general.

Download RCA's Doping Policy (pdf file rev. Sept 2007)

According to the World Anti-Doping Code, "It is each athlete's personal duty to ensure that no Prohibited Substance enters his or her body."

National Team program athletes should check the "info for athletes" page regularly for the most recent notices.

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