I am a Coach, Trainer or Sports Organization

Parachute, Canada’s national charity dedicated to injury prevention, has published a 
Concussion Guide for Coaches and Trainers, covering topics such as:
  • What is a concussion
  • Signs and symptoms
  • What to do if you suspect a concussion
  • Treatment
  • ​Next steps
Please note that when coaching with a school in Ontario, you should refer to that school board's Concussion Policy and Procedures.
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Did you know?
  • Helmets are an important piece of protective equipment for many sports and activities. Helmets can prevent serious head injuries. However, helmets are not proven to prevent concussions.
  • Mandatory baseline testing is no longer recommended by Parachute Canada.
  • Safety in hockey is a shared responsibility. Parachute's Smart Hockey program helps keep players safe so they can enjoy playing hockey for life. Make concussion education a priority this season and encourage your team to play Smart Hockey.
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Looking to develop your organization's Concussion Policy and Protocols?
Parachute Canada has been instrumental in developing concussion protocols in Canadian sport. 
The organization led the development of national concussion guidelines and protocols to improve consistency in concussion recognition and management across Canada.
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The resources on this page will help sport organizations develop and implement evidence-based, best-practice concussion protocols based on the Canadian Guideline on Concussion in Sport. These resources are free to download and use.

Parachute has also developed a sport-specific strategy to help athletes return to your sport after concussion. 

Be sure to check if your National Sport Organization or your Provincial/Territorial Sport Organization has adopted a harmonized protocol.
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