Referees

Becoming A Referee In Calgary

In order to become an on ice official in Canada you must first be certified under Hockey Canada guidelines through a Hockey Alberta certified program conducted here in Calgary by the Central Zone Referees Committee. Currently this involves attending a two-day referees clinic. This provides classroom and on ice training complete with certification exam to ensure you have the basic knowledge to handle the lower levels of hockey (Novice / Atom / Pee Wee).

You must be at least 13 years of age as of December 31, to officiate in Alberta. You must be at least 16 years of age to officiate for the Central Zone.

There are currently two streams of assigning. Local community associations assign referees and linesmen for all Novice, Atom and Pee Wee Level 5 (linesmen only) and below games. Recreational, Pee Wee 4 and above, Bantam, Midget and Junior are assigned directly through the Central Zone. 

If you are 13 to 17 years old, you should contact your local Community Hockey Association directly and inquire as to their policies and procedures for registering, assigning, paying referees, etc. If you are over 18, contact the Central Zone Referees Committee directly on their website.

Please note, there is no upper age restriction to referee at the community level. Adults are always welcome to enter into the referee program and help mentor our younger officials.
 

HockeyCalgary Community Officials' Newsletter:
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Clinics:
Click here for information on clinics in the Calgary area.

Programs:
Just Play

Other Resources:
Hockey Alberta Stripes Newsletter