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The calendar has flipped to September, the kids are back in school, and that means hockey is back! The 2025–26 season has arrived, and it’s time to get the skates sharpened and the sticks taped. Fun and exciting times are just a short drive to the rink ahead.
To kick things off, the September newsletter is filled with resources to help get your season rolling, along with updates to keep you connected. Remember, if you can’t find what you’re looking for in the newsletter or on our website, just reach out as our team is always here to help.
Here’s to a season full of stories, smiles, and great hockey moments!
| | Are Your Qualifications Up To Date? | | Hockey season is back as we step into September! Whether you're gearing up to coach or stepping on the ice as an official, now's the time to make sure you’ve got everything in place to meet the requirements for your position. Use the links below to check your qualifications and get ready for the season ahead. | | |
Coaches
Coaches requiring Development 1 or High Performance 1 must be trained or certified by December 1, 2025, and coaches that require Coach 1 or Coach 2 must be trained by December 15, 2025. Reminder that coaches at all levels need to complete the following:
If you have any questions related to any of our BC Hockey clinics, reach out to clinics@bchockey.net.
Click the buttons below for all required qualifications.
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Officials
If you are interested in becoming an official or returning for the 2025-26 season, click the button below to view our recently updated ‘Certification’ Officiating webpage with all of the details.
Criminal Record Checks (CRC): All officials 18 years or older as of December 31, 2025, require a valid Criminal Records Check. If you require your first or a renewed CRC you should have received notice in June. However, you can check your CRC status at any time in your Hockey Canada participant account. Click HERE to read more about Criminal Record Checks.
For questions surrounding Criminal Record Checks, contact crc@bchockey.net.
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Looking to make a difference this fall? Support women and girls' hockey by hosting an Esso Fun Day or an event for World Girls' Ice Hockey Weekend (WGIHW) to help grow the game in a fun and inclusive way.
You've got two more days to apply to host a WGIHW event as applications close September 5!
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Applications are open for minor hockey associations to host an Esso Fun Day in their community during the 2025-26 season. The goal of these events is to introduce beginners to the game of hockey in a fun, positive and welcoming environment at NO COST!
Please note that the application process has changed. All Esso Fun Day applications and registrations must now be submitted through the Hockey Canada Registry (HCR). This will provide a more streamlined and efficient experience for associations.
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The IIHF's World Girls' Ice Hockey Weekend is back and it's your last chance to submit an application to host an event as applications close on September 5!
WGIHW is aimed to have events that recruit, retain and engage players, coaches, officials and fans through grassroots programming led by girls' hockey associations, minor hockey associations and communities.
All WGIHW applications must be submitted through through the Hockey Canada Registry (HCR). Any Districts or MHAs interested in hosting an event have until September 5, 2025, to submit an application for their event through the HCR.
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From Grants to Grins
BC Hockey provided TriPort Minor Hockey Association (MHA) with a grant to host a try-hockey event for women and girls. With this grant, TriPort MHA held their second annual North Island Women and Girls' Hockey Camp this summer.
Between July 4-6 and 11-13, TriPort MHA hosted a total of 50 girls between U11-U18 levels. They participated in eight on-ice sessions and were able to take advantage of some jerseys and swag provided by BC Hockey.
BC Hockey is still accepting applications for women and girls' funding initiatives. Click the button below to get more info on grants and apply.
| | The new BCEHL season is just around the corner, and the excitement is building! Teams are getting ready for another action-packed year. Each league is set to host a showcase in the fall, followed by a super showcase in February where all leagues will travel to Burnaby to compete in their own age categories over four days. These events offer players a great chance to shine and demonstrate their talent. | | Season start date: September 20 | |
Showcase:
When: September 26-28, 2025
Where: Surrey Sport and Leisure Centre, Surrey, B.C.
Super Showcase:
When: February 6-8, 2026
Where: Scotia Barn, Burnaby, B.C.
| | Season start date: September 20 | |
Showcase:
When: November 14-16, 2025
Where: TBD
Super Showcase:
When: February 6-9, 2026
Where: Scotia Barn, Burnaby, B.C.
| | Season start date: September 13 | |
Showcase:
When: October 10-12, 2025
Where: Richmond Oval, Richmond, B.C.
Super Showcase:
When: February 6-9, 2026
Where: Scotia Barn, Burnaby, B.C.
| | Season start date: September 19 | |
Showcase:
When: September 19-21, 2025
Where: Langley Twin Rinks, Langley, B.C.
Super Showcase:
When: February 6-8, 2026
Where: Scotia Barn, Burnaby, B.C.
| | National Events Around The Corner | | BC Hockey’s Program of Excellence is gearing up for a couple of major events this fall. These events offer young athletes a chance to showcase their talent on a national stage and measure themselves against the best in their age group. | | 2025 National Women's U18 Championship | |
Team BC will travel to Mount Pearl and Conception Bay South, Newfoundland and Labrador, for the 2025 U18 Women’s National Championship taking place from November 2-8, 2025.
They will go for gold after taking home bronze in 2023 and 2024. Team BC will face off against seven provincial and regional teams from across Canada: Alberta, Atlantic, Manitoba, Ontario Blue, Ontario Red, Quebec, and Saskatchewan.
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Team BC is setting its focus on claiming the WHL Cup as they get ready to head to the Marchant Crane Centrium in Red Deer, Alberta.
The team will face off against rivals from Alberta, Manitoba, and Saskatchewan, all vying for the championship title. Beyond the competition for the top spot, players will also have the chance to catch the eye of the numerous scouts.
| | BC Hockey Selected for Same Game Challenge | | |
BC Hockey is excited to be chosen by Canadian Women & Sport to take part in the Same Game Challenge!
This seven-month program will give BC Hockey the tools and resources we need to make hockey more inclusive for girls, women, and gender-diverse players. Through this challenge, we’ll be able to get different perspectives and connect with other organizations to learn what works, where we can improve, and how we can create a more welcoming environment for everyone who wants to play.
We’re looking forward to using everything we learn to help grow the game and get more women and girls involved in hockey!
Click the button below for more details.
| | BC Hockey's 2025-26 Board of Directors | | | During BC Hockey's 2025 Annual General Meeting on June 25, John Delaney was newly elected to the Board of Directors while Mark Burgin, Haleigh Callison and Jaci Edgeworth were re-elected to the Board. We’re excited to have them be part of our team and look forward to collaborating with them.
The 2025-26 BC Hockey Board of Directors:
- Stephanie White (Chair of the Board)
- Mark Burgin (Director) - Re-Elected
- Haleigh Callison (Director) - Re-Elected
- Anita Cote (Director)
- John Delaney (Director - Newly Elected
- Jaci Edgeworth (Director) - Re-Elected
- Cole Evans (Director)
- Laura MacKillop (Director)
- Calvin Swustus (Director)
Additionally, during the Annual General Meeting BC Hockey's membership voted on disposition of resolutions. Click the button below to view.
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The 2025 BC Hockey Awards were presented via social media during June and July. We celebrated the outstanding contributions of individuals across the BC Hockey community. You can read about each award winner by clicking on their name below.
Congratulations to all the award winners and thank you for your dedication to hockey in B.C. and Yukon!
The 2025 BC Hockey Award winners were:
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BC Hockey Honorary Life Member: Bill Greene
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Diamond Stick: Randy Henderson
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Chair of the Board Award: Fred Zweep
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Life Members' Executive Award: Jen Loewen, Williams Lake Minor Hockey Association.
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Ernie Gare Award - BC Hockey Coach of the Year: Camille McFarlane, Capital Region Female Minor Hockey Association.
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Official of the Year Award: Mitchell Gibbs, Coquitlam Minor Hockey Association.
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BC Hockey Safety Award: Andrew Robb, Comox Valley Minor Hockey Association.
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Development Award - Coaching: Jim Hardington, Abbotsford Minor Hockey Association.
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Mike Landucci Development Award - Officiating: Vanessa Stratton
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Frank Spring Award - Minor Hockey Association of the Year: Tri-Cities Female Ice Hockey Association.
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Indigenous Impact and Legacy Award: Ben Berland, Prince George Minor Hockey Association.
- 2025 Fred Heslop Minor Hockey Week Awards:
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Tracey Thompson, Capital Region Female Minor Hockey Association
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Terry Wood, Sicamous and District Minor Hockey Association
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Janet Hamel, Terrace Minor Hockey Association
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Todd Cunningham, North Shore Winter Club and North Shore Female Ice Hockey Association
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Audrey Rose, Valemount Minor Hockey Association
| | Buddy Check For Jesse: Book Your Session | |
Buddy Check for Jesse is an organization founded in memory of Jesse Short-Gershman by his father, Dr. Stu Gershman, and aims to foster meaningful conversations about mental health among youth hockey players. The program can help provide coaches with resources to facilitate supportive team environments, reducing mental health stigma in the hockey community.
Over the past six years, numerous associations and coaches have participated in organizing Buddy Check events, which typically include Coaches' Chats designed to help athletes discuss mental health in a safe space. Players also receive green Buddy Check swag as a symbol of solidarity, making the initiative both impactful and a way to promote well-being in the sport.
For more information or to start planning your event, please contact events@buddycheckforjesse.com and check out their website and extensive social media footprint: Instagram, Facebook, YouTube
#BuddyCheckForJesse
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With the season underway, there is lots going on surrounding BC Hockey. Check out some additional Quick Hits below:
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