Established ringette leagues shall confirm/submit their operating policy and league rules to Ringette BC and shall also forward amendments and/or changes as they occur. These policies and rules cannot contravene Ringette BC rules. Rationale: Submitting policies helps Ringette BC confirm league rules align with provincial requirements and remain current when changes occur. Resource: Leagues
Club associations provide current registration updates and team formation outlooks to the league and Community Sport Coordinator. Rationale: Regular registration updates help leagues and Ringette BC assess participation trends and support timely team formation decisions. Resource: Community Division 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
First submission of Team Leadership/Officials contact information due – sent to the Community Sport Coordinator. Timely submission ensures Ringette BC has current team contact information for communication, compliance, and season administration.
Clubs will determine which teams their association has enough players to host, declaring their teams to Ringette BC. Rationale: Declaring intended teams by this date helps confirm viable programming and supports timely placement of players across divisions. Resources: Team Formation Policy
Association registrar confirms player residency. Rationale: Verifying residency protects fair competition and ensures players are registered within the correct association or zone. Resource: Registration Process
Adult Ringette initial Level of Play Declarations must be submitted to the appropriate League Representative or RBC in the absence of a league. Rationale: Submitting initial Level of Play declarations by this date helps leagues organize adult divisions appropriately, support balanced competition, and make timely scheduling decisions before the season begins. Resource: *NEW* Adult Ringette Policy (Coming Soon)
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
Player release requests are due, or before league-scheduled tiering games begin, whichever comes first. Rationale: A firm release deadline supports fair tiering, protects roster stability, and helps leagues manage placements before games begin. Resource: Player Releases
Club associations involved in a merged club team submit a request to Ringette BC, including a team roster, ordinals, and supporting board motions. Rationale: Submitting complete merged team documentation allows Ringette BC to assess eligibility, governance approval, and roster viability. Resource: Community Division Guidelines
League selects U12 CI head coaches. Rationale: Early coach selection gives U12 CI teams time to prepare, complete requirements, and begin the season with appropriate leadership in place. Resource: Coach and Team Selection Policy
Associations should submit a report of their approved Player Movement requests (including completed forms and accompanying relevant information) to their League & RBC. Rationale: Reporting approved movement requests by this date supports league oversight and consistent application of player movement rules. Resources: Player Movement Policy
