In March 2022 the Canadian Centre for Ethics in Sport (CCES) has reported an anti-doping rule violation against the powerlifter Cody Sheppard after his sample tested positive for the prohibited substance GW501516.
After notification the Athlete gave a prompt admission, waived his right for a hearing, accepted a provisional suspension and the sanction proposed by CCES.
Because the Athlete signed and submitted the Early Admission and Acceptance Form the Athlete received a 1 year reduction from CCES.
Therefore CCES decides on 21 April 2022 to impose a 3 year period of ineligibility on the Athlete, starting on the date of the provisional suspension, i.e. on 4 April 2022.