Police letter for 2022/23 Season
                 https://amha.goalline.ca/files/crc-vsc_police_letter_2022.pdf
 All volunteers (this includes managers, coaches, safety reps, trainers, 2 deep volunteers, etc.)  require the following, at a minimum:

• Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Check (see letter above)
  • CRC/VSCs are valid for three consecutive hockey seasons.  The 3-year validation begins September 1^st of the current season and expires August 31^st three seasons later. 
  • Hockey Nova Scotia will not accept a CRC/VSC that is older than April of the current hockey season (for example, a CRC/VSC completed prior to April 2022 will NOT be accepted for the 2022/23 season)
  • CRC/VSCs can be submitted in person or via email to AMHA Risk Management Chair at jill.sanford@outlook.com
  • It is the responsibility of the individual to notify Hockey Nova Scotia of any changes in their Criminal Record/Vulnerable Sector status

 

• Respect in Sport (RIS) For Hockey Canada Activity Leaders or previous Speak Out Program
  • https://hns.respectgroupinc.com/
  • Respect in Sport for Hockey Canada Activity Leaders does not expire and is NOT the same as RIS for Parents
  • Fee goes directly to Hockey Nova Scotia

 

• HU (Hockey University) Planning a Safe Return to Hockey (accessed through your Hockey Canada account)
  • Login or create your account https://register.hockeycanada.ca/home
  • HU Planning a Safe Return to Hockey does not expire

 
Additional Coaching Information:
 
                U7/U9/C

• All coaches (including assistants) must be trained with a minimum Intro Coach Program (HU 1/2 Online required first)
• All teams must have at least one approved bench staff trained in the HU Safety Program

 
AAA/AA/A/B

• All coaches (including assistants) must be trained with a minimum NCCP Development I clinic
• All bench staff must be trained in the HU Safety Program

Notes:

• You must be at least 16 years old to take a coaching course with Hockey Nova Scotia
• Coaches must register for the clinic appropriate to the division in which they are coaching 
• The HU Safety Program must be renewed every three years.  You can check the status of your HU Safety certification by logging into your Hockey Canada account.

 
Two-Deep Policy:

• Acadia Minor Hockey follows the “Two-Deep Method” of supervision mandated by Hockey Canada. Two (2) approved adults are to be present in the dressing room with players at all times, especially when players are showering or changing.  These adults must be members of the team staff and have completed either RIS for Hockey Canada Activity Leaders or the previous Speak-Out program AND have submitted an up-to-date Criminal Record / Vulnerable Sector Check
• PLAYERS MUST BE SUPERVISED BY 2 ADULTS AT ALL TIMES
• AMHA takes this policy very seriously and will require coaches to ensure this policy is followed.  It is suggested that coaches assign 2 back-up room monitors for their team each season to ensure the Two Deep Method is applied consistently.

  
DEFINITIONS:
 
Parent Helper – someone who is listed on the official team roster and is used for assistance with the two-deep policy in the dressing room before and after games/practices.  Parent helpers require the Respect in Sport for Volunteers and a Criminal Record/Vulnerable Sector Check
 
On-Ice Volunteer – someone who assists on the ice during practices. These individuals require the same qualifications as any other coach on the team.  It is recommended to list them as an assistant coach in case they are required on the bench at some time.  Registered players that help with younger age groups on the ice can do so through the Hockey Nova Scotia On-Ice Helper Policy.  These players are not required to be on the team list of the team they help with, however, they are not permitted on the bench during games.  

Trainer - trainers are not permitted on the ice for practice other than to tend to an injured player. Teams may list more than one (1) trainer although only one (1) trainer is permitted on the bench during any game.
 
Manager – a person who volunteers to help a team with booking ice time, submitting tournament applications, making travel plans, and coordinating team budgets and fundraising events.  This person does not go on the bench during games and does not go on the ice during practices
 
Safety Rep –  a team volunteer who receives information, updates, and local facility guidelines from the AMHA Safety Rep and relays that information to the coaches, managers, players, and parents as needed.  Safety Reps are required to submit a valid CRC and complete HU Planning a Safe Return to Hockey
 
 Safety Resources         

Canada's Food Guide                                                  
Safety Requires Teamwork                                                   
Injury Prevention Techniques 

Speak Out Program 

Speak Out Brochure
Bullying / Harassment Policy
Abusive Parents Memo
Child Protection Information

Safety Forms  

Emergency Action Plan
First Aid Checklist
Player Team Injury Log Sheet
Medical Information Sheet

Concussion Awareness

Sports Related Concussion Awareness Guidlines for Coach / Trainer
Concussion In Sports
Concussion Awareness

Hockey Canada Insurance             

Frequently Asked questions
Injury Report Form

Safety Bulletins

Co-Ed Dressing Room Policy
Dressing Room Violence
Stickers On Helmets
"New Hit To The Head" Rule Changes