Ringette BC

Association (Tentative) Division Schedule Release
2026-06-01
Associations release tentative (or final) division schedules to their membership – include tentative days and times.
Rationale: Without access to division schedules, families may delay or choose not to register. Providing schedules in advance supports informed decision‑making and helps maintain strong participation across all programs.

Deadline - Board of Director Contact Information
2026-06-30
First submission of Club Executive contact information due – sent to the Community Sport Coordinator.
Rationale: Early submission ensures Ringette BC has current leadership contacts for season planning, communication, and governance support.

Deadline - Zone Team Declaration
2026-07-01
League declares zone teams and boundaries to Ringette BC.
Rationale: Declaring zones and boundaries early provides clarity for athlete eligibility, tryout planning, and consistent application of zone rules.
Resource: Zone Guidelines

Deadline - Leagues inform RBC of player releases & tiered teams that may not form
2026-07-01
Leagues are required to inform Ringette BC of any players designated for release in the tiered division(s), as well as any tiered teams that may not be formed.
It is also important to note that Ringette BC directs athletes on where to try out. To do this effectively, we require early estimates and projected numbers from each league to ensure athletes are placed appropriately and have the best possible access to tiered opportunities.
Rationale: Early notification allows athletes from zones without a viable tiered team to obtain releases in a timely manner, giving them adequate opportunity to plan, arrange travel, and participate in tryouts in another zone. This requirement does not prevent athletes from trying out after the deadline; they remain subject to the registration deadlines of the zones in which they try out for.
Resource: Player Releases (Section D)

Deadline - Tournament Sanctioning Applications Due
2026-07-31
Tournament Sanctioning Applications due for associations/leagues to host Ringette BC sanctioned tournaments and events occurring prior to March 1st of the upcoming playing season.
Rationale: To ensure early‑season tournaments meet safety and quality standards. It supports coordinated scheduling, prevents conflicts, and helps Ringette BC provide appropriate oversight at the start of the playing season.
Resource: Tournament Sanctioning Application

Deadline - Zone Head Coach Selection
2026-08-01
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 Tryout Window
2026-08-01 - 2026-09-15
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

Director of Coaching Pre-season Meeting
2026-08-05 19:30 - 20:30 (America/Los_Angeles)
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Details to come

Robin Pugsley 3 on 3 Tournament
2026-08-14 - 2026-08-16 | Excellent Ice, 15000 – 54A Avenue, Surrey, BC, V3S 5X7, Canada
August 14-16, 2026
Hosted by Delta Ringette Association
Venue – Excellent Ice
Divisions – U10, U12, U14-U19 AG Club, U14-U19 FO Club, U14-U19 Zone, 18+ A, 18+ B
Registration is open until July 24th

Deadline - Leagues submit operating policy & league rules to RBC
2026-08-31
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

Deadline - Associations provide registration updates & team formation outlook to RBC
2026-09-01
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

Deadline - Zone Assistant Coaches Appointed
2026-09-01
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

Deadline -First submission of team leadership/officials contact information
2026-09-07
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.

Deadline - Association team declarations due
2026-09-15
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

Deadline - Registrar confirm player residency
2026-09-15
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

Deadline - Adult Ringette initial Level of Play Declarations
2026-09-15
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)

Deadline - Competitive division team roster submission
2026-09-30
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

Deadline - Player releases
2026-10-01
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

Deadline - Merged team request
2026-10-01
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

Deadline - League selects U12 CI Head Coaches
2026-10-01
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

Deadline - Association submit report of approved player movement requests
2026-10-01
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

Deadline - for leagues to receive all player division movement requests
2026-10-01
Players must submit a formal, written request to their Club Association Board of Directors to move up a division. Associations must submit their requests to their Leagues prior to October 1, after their associations have voted to carry forward the requests.
Rationale: Setting a clear deadline for move-up requests allows associations and leagues to review requests before team formation is finalized.
Resource: Player Movement Policy

Deadline - Application for Officials & Supervisors Travel Grant Fund
2026-10-01
Applications for Officials & Supervisors Travel Grant Fund.
Rationale: Allows Ringette BC to review applications early in the season, confirm available funding, and plan travel support for officials and supervisors before major events and assignments are finalized.
Resource: Officials & Supervisors Travel Grant Fund

Deadline - Final roster submission
2026-11-01
Final roster submission.
Rationale: Final rosters are needed to verify eligibility, activate insurance and registration records, and support competition administration.
Resource: Player and Team Registration Policy

Deadline - Ordinal sharing
2026-11-01
Club division ordinal sharing with the league and Ringette BC.
Rationale: Sharing ordinals by this deadline helps leagues and Ringette BC organize divisions and schedule play appropriately.
Resource: Community Division Guidelines

Deadline - team leadership must complete non-sport-specific qualifications
2026-11-01
Bench staff, managers, and on-ice helpers must complete non-sport-specific qualifications.
Rationale: Completing these qualifications protects participant safety and ensures all team staff meet minimum compliance requirements.
Resource: Team Leadership Qualifications Policy

Deadline - Proof of registered society
2026-11-01
Proof of registered society is submitted to Ringette BC (U12 to 18+).
Rationale: Proof of society status confirms the club meets organizational requirements to participate within the provincial structure.
Resource: Registration Process

Deadline - Association/League registration
2026-11-01
Association/league registration deadline.
Rationale: This registration deadline confirms participation for the season and ensures clubs are entered into the provincial system on time.
Resource: Registration Process

Deadline - Association registration fees due.
2026-11-01
Association registration fee is due.
Rationale: Receiving the payment by this date supports timely registration processing and provincial budget planning.
Resource: Registration Process

Deadline - Female-only ability to change division
2026-11-01
Female-only team deadline to change to the all-gender category.
Rationale: This deadline allows category changes to be made before competition structures and schedules are finalized.
Resource: Team Formation Policy
