Clone of RDMH - Coach Application 2026-2027

Dear Applicant,

Thank you for taking the time to complete this application in full. We truly appreciate your interest in becoming part of our coaching team.

Once we receive your completed application, you will receive a confirmation email. Rest assured, we will be in touch with you following our review.

Applications Must Be Completed in Full

If you need an extension or have any questions or concerns, please don’t hesitate to contact Jason at jason@reddeerminorhockey.com or call the office.

Thank you again for your time and commitment to the development of our players.

Best regards,
Jason Stephens - GM RDMH

Name

First NameLast Name

Address

Street Address

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CityProvince

Postal / Zip Code

Phone Number

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E-mail

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Primary Choice: Select Age Category and Male or Female Stream preference.

Select 1 Only

Secondary Choice: Select Age Category and Male or Female Stream preference.

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Child(ren) Playing in Red Deer Minor Hockey

Shift Forward: Coach (New)

Hockey Canada requires all coaches to complete Shift Forward - Coach. (Former Program Respect in Sport Activity Leader)

This is a new Program and if you have a current Respect In Sport Activity Leader it stays in effect until it expires.

If you need to take the course it will be required before hitting the ice with your team. Course will launch in June 2026.

Shift Forward / Respect in Sport Activity Leader Certificate #

If Applicable

Shift Forward / Respect In Sport Expiry Date

MonthDayYear

Vulnerable Sector Check

Red Deer Minor Hockey requires all coaches to submit a Vulnerable Sector Check prior to the start of the season. Learn more on the Association website. https://reddeerminorhockey.com/content/background-check-info

Criminal Record Disclosure

Do you currently have a criminal record for which you have not received a pardon, record suspension, or equivalent relief?

If yes, please provide the following information: • Nature of offence(s) • Date(s) of offence(s) • Current status/outcome • Any additional information you wish the organization to consider

Are you currently subject to any pending criminal charges?

If yes, please provide the following information: • Nature of offence(s) • Date(s) of offence(s) • Current status/outcome • Any additional information you wish the organization to consider

Have you ever been disciplined, sanctioned, suspended, removed from a volunteer, coaching, leadership, or employment position, or been the subject of a misconduct finding through a formal process?

If yes, please provide the following information for each matter: • Organization or body involved • Nature of the matter • Date of decision or outcome • Sanction, remedial measure, settlement, or outcome • Current status • Any additional information you wish the organization to consider

Consent

Select Certifications You Currently Hold

Please describe any relevant coaching, administration, sport, leadership, education, certification, or other qualifications that relate to this position.

All Coaching candidates to complete.

Please describe any volunteer, employment, or other experiences that may be relevant to this position.

All Coaching candidates to complete.

Please describe any additional experience, skills, knowledge, or attributes you would bring to this position that may be relevant to the role.

All Coaching candidates to complete.

Previous Coaching Experience (1-4 Years)

Application Checklist / Policy Acknowledgement

I authorize Red Deer Minor Hockey to conduct any necessary investigation to verify my credentials, qualifications, and character to meet the coaching requirements. Should I be selected, I understand that I will not be eligible to coach until a valid VSC (Vulnerable Sector Check) is received and or the application has been submitted to the RCMP, and the required courses are completed by the requirement date of November 15, 2026. I will support the Association's commitment to fostering a positive hockey culture including respect of officials and opponents.

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Assistant Coach Application

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