IMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR ALL FIRST TIME HOUSE LEAGUE PLAYERS
Hockey Canada has mandated that every player must have at least one parent/guardian complete the Respect in Sport – Parent Program prior to the start of the upcoming season or they will become ineligible to participate in league play.
Respect in Sport – Parent Program is a short online program that we hope assists in the prevention of bullying, abuse, harassment, and discrimination. The program’s mission is to empower participants to recognize signs of inappropriate behavior and eliminate it from the game, through a culture of respect.
*Players in the CVHA will not be eligible for any on ice or off ice activity until the parent has completed the online course and the CVHA has received confirmation of parent course completion.*
If you are registering additional players in you family you do not need to retake the course. You do however have to log back into Respect Program and add the new player(s) to your profile.
Quick FAQ’s
Are both parents required to take the course?
Only 1 parent per household is required to take the program.
How much does this course cost?
The cost of this program is $12.00 per family. You only need to complete the course once for your family. Additional players in your family can be added to your completed program.
Do coaches also need to complete this course?
Parents who are team officials and have taken the Coaching Respect in Sports Program are still required to take the Respect In Sport – Parent program.
What will happen if I do not complete it by the specified compliance deadline?
After the deadline for compliance, player participation will be denied until the program has been completed.
Is this required every year?
There is no expectation for annual recertification, however, if there is an issue, the parent/guardian may be asked to take the program again.
What if I have more than one child registered in the GTHL?
The program allows you to add more than one of your children to your profile on the child management page. This includes your children who join the League or are registered after you have completed the program.