League selects zone head coaches by this date. Assistant coaches are selected in consultation with the appointed head coach. Rationale: Confirming the full coaching group early helps leagues prepare for team selection, training requirements, and season readiness. Resource: Coach and Team Selection Policy
Zone tryouts must take place. Rationale: A defined tryout window supports consistent evaluations across zones and ensures teams can be formed on schedule. Resource: Zone Guidelines
Zone coordinator submits zone assistant coaches to Ringette BC. Rationale: Submitting assistant coach information on time supports qualification tracking, approvals, and readiness for the competitive season. Resource: Zone Guidelines
Zone coordinator submits final competitive division team roster submission. Rationale: Submitting final rosters by this deadline supports eligibility review, scheduling, and stable competitive team operations. Resources: Team Formation Policy
Final changes to zone rosters are due. Rationale: A final roster change deadline protects competitive integrity and provides roster certainty for the remainder of the season. Resource: Zone Guidelines
Zone team deposit is due to Ringette BC and is returned once the team attends provincial championships and meets tournament attendance requirements. Zone team deposit amount: U14 – $2500; U16/U19 – $5000 Rationale: The deposit confirms a team’s commitment to participate and supports accountability for championship attendance obligations. Resource: Zone Guidelines
Zone head coaches who are not already CI certified must become certified. Rationale: This requirement ensures zone teams are led by appropriately certified coaches and supports consistent competitive standards. Resource: Zone Guidelines
