REGISTRATION INFORMATION
AGE RANGE OF PLAYERS
Players must be between the ages of 5 – 20 years of age as of December 31 of the current season
| Division | Birth year Jan 1- Dec 31 |
|---|---|
| U7 | 2020-2019 |
| U9 | 2018-2017 |
| U11 | 2016-2015 |
| U13 | 2014-2013 |
| U15 | 2012-2011 |
| U18 | 2010-2009-2008 |
| U21 | 2007-2006-2005 *2004 overage is allowed but only a few |
REGISTRATION INFORMATION
The whole process could take roughly 30 minutes, so please allow yourself enough time to read, understand, and complete all of the steps in this process as they are all important for the successful completion of your registration.
MANDATORY Every registrant must have an up-to-date Respect in Sport - Parent in order to register. For more info please visit the RIS-Parent section of this page
- Each Stream has its own registration link please be mindful of which link you are choosing to register.
- Please review Hockey Calgary's "What program is right for me" if you are unsure which program to register for
- Streams offered at Springbank:
- Community League (U7-U18)
- Jrc (U21)*please note tryouts are required, see the section on Tryouts
- West Calgary House League (U9 & U11) - you must use a private link found in their section of this tab.
- If you are looking for more details and to register for the West Calgary House League (Flames Community House League) please visit their website at West Calgary House League Information
- Registrations will be completed online through the Teamlinkt registration portal.
- Online registration will accept both VISA and MasterCard as the preferred method of payment.
- Full payment will be required at registration check-out.
If you are new to Hockey you will be required to follow the steps below "I'm registering my Child to play hockey for the first time" prior to gaining access to the registration
If you are transferring you will be required to follow the steps below "Transferring my player to SMHA from another Hockey program" prior to gaining access to the registration
For all registration inquiries please contact operations@springbankhockey.com
**** Important *** you will be required to provide your Hockey Canada ID.
REGISTRATION FOR COMMUNITY LEAGUE & FEES
If you are an existing SMHA Community Stream hockey player, have your Hockey Canada ID, and have your RIS-Parent please click the appropriate registration buttons below.
- NOTE: This is NOT the registration link for the West Calgary House League - please proceed to the section West Calgary House League Information
2025/26 Season registration will open June 15th, 2025, at 6 pm.
Please enjoy your Father's Day on behalf of SMHA
REGISTRATION FEES 2025-26 SEASON
| Division | Birth year Jan1-Dec31 | Base Fee | Aug 15th Late Fee $250 |
|---|---|---|---|
| U7 | 2020-2019 | $1050 | $1300 |
| U9 | 2018-2017 | $1512 | $1762 |
| U11 | 2016-2015 | $1617 | $1867 |
| U13 | 2014-2013 | $1649 | $1899 |
| U15 | 2012-2011 | $1764 | $2014 |
| U18 | 2010-2009-2008 | $1764 | $2014 |
| U21 | 2007-2006-2005 | $1450 *tryout fee $60 | n/a |
Respect in Sport - PARENT (RIS-Parent) - MANDATORY
This program is mandated by Hockey Alberta and all players in Alberta must be connected to an active Respect in Sport - Parent Certificate before they can register and gain access to the registration system
NOTE: Respect in Sport - Activity Leader (RIS-AL) can not be used in place of the required RIS-Parent
- Please ensure your Respect in Sport Parent Certification has not expired.
- Recertification is due every 4 years in May on the anniversary of your certification date and must be completed before registering.
- SMHA does not cover the cost of this program, you will be required to pay.
- SMHA does not have access to this number.
- If you have already completed the program, you can obtain your Certificate # by logging into the Hockey Alberta Respect in Sport Program.
- If you require assistance, please contact the Respect Group Helpdesk: 1-866-956-9791 (available 6 am-10 pm MST)
First time registering:
- This one-hour, online program must be completed by at least 1 parent or guardian of the player.
- There is a fee for this program, and SMHA DOES NOT cover the charge.
- Register your child according to the name on his/her Birth Certificate. You can omit your player's middle name
- Please choose “Springbank (Calgary)” as your organization. Note: there will be other options with Springbank in the name, please only choose the one that says "Springbank Calgary"
- Click this link, Hockey Alberta Respect in Sport Program, to go directly to their website.
- For detailed instructions and more information about this program, please Click Here
Adding a new player to an existing certificate:
- You do NOT have to repeat the course, but you DO have to log into the Hockey Alberta Respect in Sport Program and add the new child to your profile.
- Click here to see the steps to link a child to your profile.
If you have taken a Respect in Sport Parent course for another sport:
- Log in to the Hockey Alberta Respect in Sport Program, click on “Already certified? Import your certificate,” and follow the instructions.
- Please note that not all programs are equal, and you might be required to take the course regardless.
- If you need assistance in importing or have inquiries about your certificate, please contact the Helpdesk (see below)
If you require assistance please contact the Respect Group Helpdesk: 1-866-956-9791 (available 6 am - 10 pm MST)
NEW AND TRANSFERRING PLAYERS
Transferring
My player has played somewhere else is an existing Player in Hockey Canada's Minor Hockey program and will be new to SMHA
STEP 1: (parent) An up-to-date Respect in Sport - Parent is required for all transferring players to be approved.
- NOTE: If your Respect in Sport is out of province, you might be required to take the Alberta RIS
STEP 2: (parent) Proof of Residency
NOTE: Does the player have a family member who is a coach? If they would like to coach with SMHA, a transfer will be required for them as well. Please be sure to follow the "Coach Transfer" instructions below, and the coach transfer will be included in the Player's transfer.
E-mail operations@springbankhockey.com with the following information
PLEASE DO NOT UPLOAD these documents to your player's HCR profile this must be submitted via email.
- The subject line should read: Transferring to SMHA – Child’s name
- Proof of age: Scanned copy or clear digital photo of the player’s Birth Certificate or Passport.
- Proof of Respect in Sport - Parent: Copy of Respect in Sport Certificate or Respect in Sport Certificate Number.
- Parent Declaration Form: Please Click Here for the fillable Hockey Calgary Parent Declaration Form. Both parents must sign.
- Coach Transfer - if you have a family member who would like to continue coaching their profile will need to be transferred as well, please provide their full name (the name on your RIS-Activity Leader) and birthdate for the transfer to be completed.
- Proof of Residency (FOUR) - You are required to submit four proofs of residency from the following categories; note that no more than two can be from the secondary category.
- Acceptable Proof of Residence (POR) - PRIMARY - MINIMUM 2, but can be more
- Utility bill in your name. Bill must include the service address as well as the mailing address, and it must be current (within the last month). The entire document must be visible
- Current GST Statement or Income Tax Assessment
- If moving prior to the start of the season, a signed purchase/rental agreement with a possession date
- If moving to a home under construction, a signed builder agreement with
possession date - Homeowner/Rental Insurance Policy (all pages)
- Vehicle registration/insurance
- Acceptable Proof of Residence (POR) – SECONDARY – NO MORE THAN 2
- Cell Phone bills
- Valid Drivers License
- Property tax statement
- Bank/financial statement
- Mortgage statement
- Student Demographic Information (available from your school) – not the email stating their enrollment, this document must have your address on it
The above steps are for transferring within Canada, if you are transferring your player internationally you must contact SMHA operations at operations@springbankhockey.com for further steps needing to be taken.
STEP 3: (operations) Upon review of your child’s profile/completed transfer, SMHA will contact you to advise that you may proceed with registration.
**Transfers may take over a week to process through the Hockey Canada Registry System. It is advised that transfer requests are done well in advance of fee increase dates in order to provide sufficient time for the transfer process to be completed.
New Player
My child is playing hockey for the first time - New Player
STEP 1: (parent) Complete the required step for Respect in Sport - Parent
- NOTE: If you are registering a new player with siblings already in SMHA you will need to add your new player to your Respect in Sport - Parent account (instructions can be found in the Respect in Sport section above)
STEP 2: (parent) Proof of Player Age and Residency
E-mail operations@springbankhockey.com with the following information
PLEASE DO NOT UPLOAD these documents to your player's HCR profile this must be submitted via email.
- The subject line should read: New to SMHA – Child’s name
- Please indicate which league you are registering for WCHL or Community (not sure? Please see Registration information for more details)
- Proof of age: Scanned copy or clear digital photo of the player’s Birth Certificate or Passport.
- Proof of Respect in Sport - Parent: Copy of Respect in Sport Certificate or Respect in Sport Certificate Number.
- Proof of Residency (TWO):
- TWO of any of the below
- Current proof of residency with your name and address, these must be scanned or clear digital photos
- Recent Utility Bill – within the last month, please make sure it reflects both the mailing and service address (the entire page must be visible)
- Proof of Community school enrollment with student Demographic Information (available from your school) – not the email stating their enrollment, this document must have your address on it
- Current GST statement or Income Tax Assessment
- Homeowner or Rental Insurance Statement
- PLEASE NOTE: a driver’s license, cellular phone bill or property tax bill will NOT be accepted as proof of residence
If you do not have any of the above due to a possession date please see below as your temporary proof of residency:
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- A signed purchase/rental agreement with a possession date.
- If moving to a home under construction - a signed builder agreement with a possession date
- All of the above dates must coincide with Hockey Calgary's regulations that all players must be within boundaries by Sept 1st the start of the current season.
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STEP 3: (operations) Upon review of your child’s profile, SMHA will contact you to advise that you may proceed with registration.
PLAYER PLACEMENT PROGRAM (PPP)
PLAYER PLACEMENT PROGRAM
All team announcements will be via Teamlinkt.
Once the Player Placement Program has been completed the AGCs have 48 - 72 hours to submit their rosters to Operations to input into Teamlinkt.
Parents will receive an email notification from Operations informing them their team is now viewable in the Teamlinkt APP.
The Player Placement process document describes the process used to fairly evaluate players and place them on teams with like-skilled players and allow for a fun and competitive season for all players.
The Player Placement Evaluator guidelines document sets out guidelines for how players are to be evaluated as part of the player placement program.
If you are interested in volunteering during the evaluation process please contact the below relevant Age Group Coordinator
MANDATORY U15 CHECKING CLINIC
- Held prior to U15 Player Placement.
- No impact on player evaluations.
- Mandatory fee for U15 first-year players.
- Required for all players, regardless of BC/NBC designation or prior programs.
- Introduces the difference between full contact (BC) and body contact in puck engagement (NBC).
- Professional instructors provide demos in separate BC/NBC groups and ice times.
- Important for the player's understanding of the contact boundaries in BC and NBC.
- Exceptions: goalies and NWCAA tryouts.
- The Age Group Coordinator will provide mid-September scheduling details.
Below is the Player Placement timeline for the upcoming season
NOTE: dates can change at a moment's notice due to ice availability - please be sure to check this often and watch your email from your Age Group Coordinator
PATHWAYS PRE-SKATES PROGRAM
Hockey Canada's Pathways Program U7, U9, U11, U13, U15 & U18
SMHA must offer open no cost pre-evaluation skates for all players as a part of Hockey Canada's Long-Term Player Development Model called Pathways.
This program is designed to help create a positive experience and allow all players equal access to pre-evaluation ice times in order to prepare for SMHA's Player Placement Program PPP (evaluations).
These pre-skates are optional, you can attend all, one, two, or none, and all players are randomly sorted into groups the week prior to PPP, these are planned sessions where the player will experience and practice the drills used at our PPPs
At no time during these sessions will our players be evaluated.
No ice times will be held over the Labour Day Long weekend (Sat-Mon)
- U7 will be scheduled 2 pre-skates
- U9 will be scheduled 4 pre-skates
- U11 will be scheduled 4 pre-skates
- U13 will be scheduled 4 pre-skates
- U15 will be scheduled 3 pre-skates
- U18 will be scheduled 3 pre-skates
You are NOT required to attend and if you would like to opt out of this program please contact your age group coordinator AFTER your registration is complete
Below is the Pre-Skate timeline for the upcoming season
NOTE: Dates can change at a moment's notice due to ice availability - Please be sure to check this often and watch your email from your Age Group Coordinator
TRYOUTS ELITE NWCAA/GHC Fire & JRC INFORMATION
AA/AAA Elite Stream tryouts (U13, U15, U18)
U13, U15 & U18 Players who are trying out for the AA/AAA elite teams must follow the below steps.
Please note that SMHA does not manage nor run the Elite stream and you will be required to follow the registration process with Northwest Calgary Athletic Association(NWCAA) or Girls Hockey Calgary (GHC) Fire separate from SMHA's requirements
If you have any questions on how to register with NWCAA or GHC please contact the below.
- NWCAA registrar at cissler@nwcaa.ca or
- GHC registrar at admin@girlshockeycalgary.com
NOTE: Please be sure to request they SHARE your profile as you will not be able to pre-register with SMHA if they transfer you.
STEP 1:
Pre-register with Springbank Minor Hockey
Springbank understands the upfront cost of Elite stream tryouts. If your player returns to the community, Springbank fees will be collected. During registration, select "Yes," and your fees will be held during the tryout period.
Pre-register before the late fee increases on August 15th to avoid paying a non-refundable difference (refer to the fee table and Refund Policy). If you pay in full and your player is picked up, refunds follow SMHA's Refund Policy.
Upon release from the Elite stream, SMHA will notify you on how to complete payment. Alternatively, you can email SMHA Operations. The pre-registration credit will be removed, and you will have 72 hours to pay the outstanding fee. Once paid, your player’s registration will be processed for participation in SMHA’s program. Failure to pay on time will delay registration.
Springbank will verify registration with NWCAA or GHC Fire. If not registered, the held fees will be reinstated, and full payment will be required before your player's registration will be processed.
STEP 2:
Register with NWCAA or GHC Fire
NOTE: Please be sure to request they SHARE your profile as you will not be able to pre-register with SMHA if they transfer you.
NWCAA: https://www.nwcaa.ca/registration/
GHC: https://www.girlshockeycalgary.com/
Be sure to keep the SMHA Operations up to date on your player's progress and GOOD LUCK!
Junior C (U21) Tryouts
- All registrants are required to try out for a position on SMHA’s U21 (Junior C) Team and provide a non-refundable one-time tryout fee; this fee is not applicable to the registration fee if you are accepted.
- After communication of successfully being offered a roster spot on the Junior C Team, the player will have three days to pay their registration fee.
- The registrar will be notified of the successful players via the Teamlinkt system of the outstanding fees due.
- Such registration fees will either be paid in full or via 3 equal installments. If the player fails to pay their registration fees when due, they will be removed from the team and replaced.
REFUND POLICY
Registration fees will be refunded based upon the SMHA refund_policy.
For all inquiries please contact SMHA Operations
FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE
Below are the financial assistance programs offered in Calgary for those families in need.
For a more comprehensive list please visit Hockey Calgary's website - look to the right toolbar
It is the responsibility of the families to apply and keep SMHA Operations up to date on the application process.
SMHA will work to support our families while they are in the process of applying to the below programs, if you require additional support or information please reach out to SMHA Operations
All inquiries/applications are confidential and private.
Flames Even Strength Program (FESP)
- Provides assistance to families with financial barriers up to a maximum dollar value per registered player in minor hockey.
- SMHA will hold the maximum dollar value from your registration fee at the time of registration, you simply answer the questions about your intent to apply for FESP and the system will hold back the amount. Operations will then follow up with you to ensure you have applied and again when your application has been updated to approved or denied. If you are denied SMHA will work with you on a payment plan
- The deadline to apply is October 15th
- Click here for the Flames Even Strength Program
KidSport Calgary Grant
- KidSport provides grants to kids from families facing financial barriers so they can participate in registered sports programs and experience the lifelong benefits of a season of sport. KidSport Calgary & Area provides grants to an eligible child, per year (January 1st - December 31st) towards sports registration fees.
- This grant requires you to submit a receipt of all fees paid in full therefore SMHA can not hold back any registration fees, further, this grant can be split between other minor sports programs so an amount can not be predicted. Once your grant is successful SMHA will receive your grant directly and apply the amount to your current fees and refund your credit card the difference.
- Click here for the KidSport Calgary Grant
Canadian Tire Jumpstart
- Sometimes, families need financial assistance to get their kids into a sport or physical activity. We're committed to helping all families access a range of activities, from boxing to bowling and skating to skiing, and more.
- Click here for the Jumpstart Individual Child Grants
Equipment For Players: Calgary Flames Sports Bank
Boundaries & Residency Requirements
SPRINGBANK MINOR HOCKEY ASSOCIATION BOUNDARIES
Players must hold a permanent residency with one or more parents or legal guardians in one of the following communities:
- Springbank - Rocky View County (including Elbow Valley)
- Cougar Ridge
- West Springs (including Wentworth)
- Redwood Meadows and Bragg Creek.
- Tsuu T'ina Nation
PROOF OF RESIDENCY
Proof of residency can be asked for at any time.
A document that will be accepted will be a current utility bill in your name, homeowner documents or tenant agreements (Please note that a Property Tax bill will not be accepted as Proof of Residence.
For all registrations, addresses must be a street address or legal description with a post office box and not just a box number or work address. If you are unsure if you reside within the boundaries please click the interactive boundary map above to look at the SMHA area (be aware that the map will come up in a separate window). It is the responsibility of the registrant to ensure they are within these boundaries.
FAQ
Contact
32224A Springbank Road,
Calgary, Alberta T3Z 2L9