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2026-2027 Coach Applications for U9-U18

SMHA is seeking Coach Applications for all teams in the U9, U11, U13, U15, and U18 Divisions. 

A meeting for potential Coaches for U5 and U7 will take place closer to the start of the season. 

 

The Coach Application deadline is 11:59pm on Sunday, August 23rd, 2026. Applications must be submitted by this time in order to be considered for coaching positions for the 2026-2027 season.

Applicants will be contacted to schedule interviews after the application deadline.  

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Aug 6, 2026
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Score Big on Savings – Sport Chek Shopping Event for Hockey Teams & Families

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Good evening SMHA families,
Sport Chek stores across Nova Scotia and Newfoundland invite SMHA — including coaches, players, officials and their families and friends — to an exclusive shopping event where everyone can Score Big on savings at our participating stores!
Event Date: Wednesday August 12 – Saturday August 15
The Savings:
  • 30% off Regular Priced Apparel and Footwear
  • 20% off Regular Priced Equipment
Participating Locations:
Nova Scotia: Bedford Commons, Bayers Lake, Halifax Shopping Centre, Dartmouth Crossing, New Minas, Truro, Yarmouth Mall, Bridgewater Mall, New Glasgow Mall, Antigonish Mall, Sydney Mall
Newfoundland & Labrador: Corner Brook, Gander, Grand Falls, Avalon Mall, Village Mall, Stavanger Drive
To participate in this offer:
  1. Players and Coaches must show or mention the invitation (this email) at the cash register at the time of purchase to receive their savings.
Thank you once again for your continued support, and we look forward to hosting your teams at our special shopping event! Good luck in the upcoming season.
Tim Ryan District Manager, Sport Chek – Nova Scotia & Newfoundland 
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Aug 5, 2026
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Registration Update: GrayJay Pay

GrayJay Registration Information
As we gear up for another exciting hockey season, we want to share an important update to our registration process.

Last season, Sackville Minor Hockey Association introduced the GrayJay platform for tryouts and evaluations. We will now be using GrayJay for all player registrations for the upcoming season as well as our Preseason camps. Both platforms will open for registration tomorrow morning at 9:00am. 

Already Have a GrayJay Account?
If you registered for evaluations or skills camps through GrayJay last season, you should already have an account. Before registration opens, please log in to:

  • Confirm you can access your account.
  • Verify that all family members are listed in your profile.
  • Update any contact information if needed.


New to GrayJay?
If this is your first time using the platform, please review the attached attached step-by-step guide to create your account before registration opens.

Register Here:
https://grayjaypay.ca/organizations/113/sackville-minor-hockey-association/
Setting up or confirming your account in advance will help ensure a smooth registration experience when registration opens July 26, 2026 at 9:00am.

 

For the most up to date information on registration, visit our Flyers Website on our Registration Page

Division

OPENS

CLOSES

 

U13AAA

 

July 26, 2026 at 9:00am

 

September 4, 2026 at 11:59pm

(firm deadline)

 

U11 to U18 Competitive

 

July 26, 2026 at 9:00am

 

September 11, 2026 at 11:59pm

(firm deadline)

 

U9 and U11 to U18 Recreation

 

July 26, 2026 at 9:00am

 

September 11, 2026 at 11:59pm

(firm deadline)

 

U5, U7 and U23

 

July 26, 2026 at 9:00am

 

September 30, 2026 at 11:59pm

(firm deadline)

We look forward to welcoming everyone back for another great season. Go Flyers! 

If you have any questions regarding registration, please email Heather Doucet at register@flyershockey.ca

Jul 25, 2026
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Volunteer & Coaching Certifications 2026/27 Season

Coach Reimbursements 

There will be a new Coaching Reimbursement Form for 2026-27 in the coming months.
Only expenses required at your coaching level will be reimbursed; You will not be reimbursed for advanced-level courses, or courses potentially needed in the future. Submit receipts after the course and documentation are completed.
 
Questions? Contact Craig Foley at riskmanagement@flyershockey.ca
 
 

Volunteeer Certification Requirements

All SMHA Volunteers and Coaches must obtain certifications as per Hockey Nova Scotia and Hockey Canada.

Sackville Minor Hockey Association (SMHA) requires eligible volunteers to complete a Criminal Record Check (CRC) and Vulnerable Sector Check (VSC).

 

What's New for 2026-27?

SMHA is now using the Halifax Regional Police (HRP) online Criminal Record Check system, which replaces the MyBackCheck system used in previous seasons.

Volunteers living outside HRM must obtain their CRC/VSC through their local RCMP detachment or other police service.

Child Abuse Registry (CAR) checks are not required.

 

Before You Apply

You will be asked to upload a Letter of Request during the application process. Please use this Hockey Nova Scotia letter as provided by SMHA.

 

Apply Online

Complete your CRC/VSC using the HRP online portal:

Halifax Regional Police Online Record Check Portal

Important Information
  • Save a PDF copy of your receipt after submitting your application.
  • CRC/VSC fees will be reimbursed once you are rostered in an approved volunteer position for the 2026/27 season.
  • If fingerprints are required, you will receive instructions from HRP on next steps.
  • If HRP requests in-person identity verification, you must complete this within 15 days of receiving the notification email. Failure to do so will result in your application being cancelled, and reimbursement will not be available.
  • Processing times are typically around 14 days, depending on service volumes.
  • Please check your junk/spam folders regularly, as communications and results may not always arrive in your inbox.
  • Completed record checks are available for download for 30 days only.

Submit Your Results

Once you receive your completed CRC/VSC (typically a two-page PDF), please forward it to: RiskManagement@Flyershockey.ca. This ensures your certification can be recorded in your Hockey Canada profile.

 

Required Training

The Shift Forward Parent/Guardian Program remains a requirement for the 2026/27 season. Registration opens July 20 through your Spordle account.

 

Need Help?

For issues with the online record check application, contact Triton Customer Service: 1-844-874-8667

For SMHA volunteer screening questions: RiskManagement@FlyersHockey.ca

 

Each required course is linked on the Hockey Nova Scotia's Volunteer Requirements Page .

  • Certification Requirements must be completed by December 1, 2026.
  • Hockey Nova Scotia will remove coaches from Official HCR Rosters if Certification Requirements are not completed by December 1, 2026.
  • This may impact the team's ability to practice and participate in Games & Tournaments.

Checking Your Own HCR Profile 

SMHA Volunteers and Coaches are responsible for logging into the Hockey Canada Registry (aka HCR 3.0) to check the status of their own credentials and any additional requirements for the upcoming season.

Craig Foley
Director, Risk Management
RiskManagement@FlyersHockey.ca

For the most up to date information on Volunteer requirements, be sure to check out our Flyers Website

 

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Jul 20, 2026
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