Combat Sports Authority Act Proclaimed, Regulations Updated

The Province has proclaimed the Combat Sports Authority Act and updated regulations to ensure combat sports are safe in Nova Scotia.

The act, which modernizes and renames the Boxing Authority Act, and regulations govern sports such as boxing, mixed martial arts and kickboxing.

“There’s a growing interest in sports like mixed martial arts, and we’ve updated regulations to keep competing athletes safe,” said Pat Dunn, Minister of Communities, Culture, Tourism and Heritage. “These changes will make sure that both professional and amateur combat sports are operating effectively and accountably.”

The regulations also designate sanctioning bodies for amateur combat sports in Nova Scotia, including boxing, judo, karate, taekwondo and wrestling.

Quotes:

“This is a great day for the Nova Scotia Combat Sports Authority, giving them greater oversight to ensure the safety and compliance of all combatants competing in the many disciplines of combat sports throughout the province.”

– Mickey MacDonald, Chair, Nova Scotia Combat Sports Authority

Quick Facts:

• the Nova Scotia Combat Sports Authority sanctions professional combat sports events in the province
• amateur combat sports are overseen by organizations such as Boxing Nova Scotia, Judo Nova Scotia and Karate Nova Scotia

Additional Resources:

Nova Scotia Combat Sports Authority: https://nscsauthority.ca/

Amended act: https://nslegislature.ca/legc/bills/63rd_1st/3rd_read/b012.htm