SDRCC Code Revision Consultant
Sport Dispute Resolution Centre of Canada
About the Role
Opportunity Type: Request for Proposals (Individual Consultant or Small Team)
Proposal Deadline: October 22, 2026, at 4:00 PM ET
Overview
The Sport Dispute Resolution Centre of Canada (SDRCC) seeks an individual consultant or small team to help revise the Canadian Sport Dispute Resolution Code for entry into force on January 1, 2027.
The mandate is limited to a revision to align the Code with the final 2027 Canadian Anti-Doping Program (CADP) and drafting of provisions to integrate the Canadian Program to Prevent Competition Manipulation (CPPCM) Rules.
SDRCC staff will lead the project and prepare much of the initial analysis before the consultant is appointed.
The consultant will build on that work, recommend a procedural structure to integrate CPPCM reviews and appeals, draft the English amendments and support review and bilingual concordance.
SDRCC will coordinate targeted expert and program input at defined points.
Background and Purpose
The Canadian Sport Dispute Resolution Code (April 1, 2025) (“Code”) governs dispute resolution proceedings before the SDRCC.
The final 2027 CADP takes effect on January 1, 2027.
The CPPCM Rules took effect on September 15, 2026, with gradual adoption by a limited number of national sport organizations during the fall.
Both programs provide for first-instance arbitrations, or reviews of certain Sport Integrity Canada decisions, as well as appeals of Panel decisions to the Appeal Tribunal.
The SDRCC intends to publish its revised Code with entry into force on January 1, 2027.
This procurement is for focused drafting and advice, not for an overall review of the Code.
For the Detailed Request for Proposals, visit the SDRCC website.
Compensation & Work Arrangement
Important Dates
How to Apply
The Sport Dispute Resolution Centre of Canada (SDRCC) is accepting proposals from individual consultants or small teams.
SDRCC may interview shortlisted prospective service providers and check references.
Issuing this RFP does not obligate SDRCC to award a contract; any award is subject to its approvals and a written agreement.
Questions and Inquiries
Questions concerning this Request for Proposals should be directed to [email protected] prior to 4:00 PM (ET) on October 16, 2026.
Responses will be shared with all interested bidders known at that time.
Proposal Submission
All proposals should be sent only by email to [email protected].
Submission Requirements:
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Submit a single PDF file.
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Maximum file size: 5 MB.
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Proposals must be received no later than the stated deadline.
Application Deadline: October 22, 2026, at 4:00 PM ET
Submission Email: [email protected]
Inclusive Hiring
We welcome qualified applicants from diverse backgrounds and encourage candidates to apply based on their experience, skills and potential.
About Sport Dispute Resolution Centre of Canada
The Sport Dispute Resolution Centre of Canada (the Centre) was established on April 1, 2004 under the Physical Activity and Sport Act (S.C. 2003, c. 2) to ensure the fair, equitable, transparent and timely resolution of disputes in Canadian sport, including such disputes as team selection and carding of amateur athletes. Effective June 1, 2004, the Centre became responsible for the adjudication of domestic doping cases in Canada. Its sport focus is Multi-sport, within Amateur Sport for programs.
