Constitution and By-Laws

Revised May 22, 2019

 

 

ARTICLE 1. NAME AND BOUNDARIES

 

1(a) This association will be called the Sydney Minor Hockey Association.

 

1(b) The boundaries of the association shall be:

 

Beginning at Arnold’s Bridge in South Bar, travelling toward Sydney taking in both sides of the road.   Along Lingan Road to and including the former Radar Base both sides of the road. Taking in the communities of Sydney, Whitney Pier and part of South Bar.  Taking in the boundaries of the City of Sydney along King’s Road stopping at Weidner Drive.  Along Welton Street and Grand Lake Road, both sides to Highway 125.  Along George Street both sides to Highway 125.  Along Alexandra Street both sides (excluding Sunset Drive andKenwood Drive) to Highway 125.

 

1(c) The official colours of the associations shall be predominately Blue and White.

 

1(d) All Sydney Minor Representative teams will be designated “Steelers” ex. U9 A Steelers

 

ARTICLE 2. GENERAL

 

2(a) The constitution, by-laws and regulations of the Association shall conform with the constitution,                            

       By-laws and regulations of the Hockey Nova Scotia MinorCouncil.

 

2(b) At no time shall amendments to the constitution, by-laws and regulations of the Association 

      conflict with the constitution, by-laws and regulations of the Hockey Nova Scotia Minor Council.

 

2(c) The purpose of this constitution is to amplify the constitution of the Hockey Nova Scotia Minor 

      Council.

 

2(d) The constitution of the Association may be adopted, amended, revised or repealed only at the   

      annual meeting of the Association and then only by a two-thirds majority of the delegates present     

      and voting. No amendments or alterations to the constitution shall be considered at the annual 

      meeting unless such proposed amendment or alteration shall have been submitted in writing to 

      the secretary of the Association at least thirty days (30) prior to the date of the annual meeting.    

      It shall be the duty of the secretary to submit a copy of any proposed amendment or alteration to 

      each member of the executive of the Association at least three (3) weeks prior to the date of the 

      annual meeting.

 

2(e) By-laws and regulations of the Association may be adopted, amended, revised or repealed at 

      any of the general meetings provided that sufficient notice in writing has been given to the 

      secretary and communicated by him/her to all members of the executive at least fifteen days 

      prior to the holding of such meetings. A two-thirds majority of all votes is required to amend, 

      adopt or repeal the bylaws and regulations of the constitution.

 

2(f) The constitution, by-laws and regulations of the Hockey Canada and the Hockey Nova Scotia are 

      and part of this constitution and shall apply in all matters not otherwise covered.

 

 

 

 

 

ARTICLE 3. OBJECTIVE

 

The objectives of the Association are:

3(a) To assist in the development of good citizenship among boys and girls by showing them the 

      results of teamwork, sportsmanship and fair play throughhockey.

 

3(b) To grant equal opportunity of participation to all boys and girls.

 

3(c) To assist players to impose self-discipline.

 

3(d) To emphasize the desire to win rather than the need to win at all costs.

 

3(e) To foster, improve and perpetuate the game of hockey in our community.

 

3(f) To work cooperatively with the local Recreation Department to improve and provide additional 

      playing facilities for minor hockey. 

 

3(g) To provide, promote, encourage recreational hockey for all age groups from the Initiation 

       Program (previously Tots and Novice) to Minor Junior. (participation at each level based on 

       demand and registration numbers).

 

ARTICLE 4. CLASSIFICATION AND AFFILIATION

 

4(a) Players shall be classified into age categories as defined by the Hockey Nova Scotia Minor

      Council requirements.

 

4(b) The Association may be represented by as many competitive (“Rep’) teams as would conform 

       with current Hockey Nova Scotia team classifications. The guidelines and restrictions of 

       qualifying for these divisions is outlined by Hockey Nova Scotia Minor Council.

 

4(c) The final classifications of the various teams will be determined at the annual meeting of the 

       team coaches along with the regional Hockey Nova Scotia representative prior to Provincial

       play-downs.

 

4(d) The establishment of independent teams within the Association is strictly prohibited.

 

4(e) The lower classification team shall not be unduly hampered by the call-up of players.

 

4(f) The coach of the lower classification team, with just cause, has the right to refuse the call up of

      players.

 

4(g) Lower classification teams, which have been eliminated from competitive play and are not in

      tournaments, cannot refuse the call-up of players to higher classification play. The player has the

       right to move up and also refuse if he/she so wishes.

 

4(h) In cases where dispute arises over the calling up of players within or between divisions, the

      executive will decide whether a player moves up. There is no further appeal to the executive 

      decision.

 

4(i) Competitive teams may sign additional players for affiliation purposes. The number of affiliate

     players will be outlined by the Hockey Nova Scotia Minor Council.

 

 

 

 

ARTICLE 5. MEMBERSHIP

 

5(a) The executive of the Association will be comprised of 13positions. Twelve (12) elected voting     

      positions and one (1) non elected, non-voting position (past-president).

 

5(b) The officers of the Association shall be: President, Past President, Vice President 

      Representative Divisions, Vice President Metro Divisions, Vice President U7 Division, Vice 

      President U9 Division, Treasurer, Ice Allocation, Registrar/Equipment Manager, Risk and 

      Development, VP Marketing & Communication, Fund Raising and Female Coordinator

 

5(c) All members of the executive will form an Executive Committee and shall have voting powers.

      The president may vote on every issue. In the event of a tie, the president casts a second vote 

      to resolve the issue.

 

5(d) This Executive Committee is the interpreting body of the Association as it relates to the 

       constitution or other areas.

 

5(e) 60% of the Executive Committee should constitute a quorum.

 

5(f) Notwithstanding anything that may appear elsewhere in this document, all hockey matters are

     under the jurisdiction of the Executive Committee.

 

5(g) The Executive Committee shall appoint one person (non executive member), division 

       coordinator for each of the divisions and any other appointments required to efficiently manage 

       the programs of Sydney Minor Hockey.

 

ARTICLE 6. COACHES

 

6(a) All coaches will be decided by application to the Association Executive. In the event that the

      executive feels none of the applicants is suitable, it may appoint coaches.

 

6(b) If conflict in the executive arises, the decision on coaches will be made by an outside body to be

      determined by a two-thirds majority of the executive.

 

6(c) The position of coach will be advertised in the local media prior to the hockey season.

 

6(d) Coaches for metro programs will be selected by the executive of each division. These selections 

       must first be reviewed and approved by the Board ofDirectors.

 

(6(e) The appointment of assistant coaches must be approved by the executive.

 

6(f) Coaches shall be responsible for the conduct of their team at all games on and off the ice. 

      Coaches will be expected to set an example to the players on how to conduct themselves at all 

      activities.

 

6(g) The coaches are responsible for all sweaters and association equipment issued to the team and 

       is required to return all said equipment at year-end. Dates and times may be at the request of 

       the Division Director.

 

6(h) Coaches are expected to notify the executive, through the appropriate Vice President

      coordinator, of any intention to make player changes or movements.

 

 

 

 

ARTICLE 7. APPEAL

If a decision is handed down by the Association executive, it can only be appealed to Hockey Nova Scotia Minor Council and the appeal decision of the Hockey Nova Scotia Minor Council shall be binding.

 

ARTICLE 8. THE OFFICERS OF THE ASSOCIATION

 

President:

The President shall preside at all meetings of the Association and Executive Committee. He/she shall generally perform the duties usual to the Office of President and may, at his discretion, order the calling of special meetings of the Association or its Committees. He/she will serve as spokesman for the Associationwhen required. He/She shall cast the deciding vote in case of a tie and be a signing officer of the Association.

 

Vice President Representative Divisions:

The Vice-President will oversee the operation of the “Rep” teams in all divisions. He/She will provide all teams with the guidelines by which the league expects teams to operate and instruct coaches, managers etc. on the rules governing the “rep” teams as outlined by the Hockey Nova Scotia Minor Council. He/She will be responsible to coordinate the equipment requirements for their area of responsibility. The Vice-President shall, at the request of the President, preside at meetings, and in general, be a signing officer of the Association. He/She shall, from time to time, accept additional responsibilities as directed by the President and Executive or by a general meeting of the Association as expressed in a majority vote.

 

Vice President Metro Divisions:

The Vice-President will oversee the operation of all the house divisions in all categories of the Association.  He/She will provide support and direction to the coordinators and coaches in all divisions and keep the executive abreast of the operations in each division. He/She will be responsible to coordinate theequipment requirements for their area of responsibility. The Vice President shall, at the request of the President or executive, preside at meetings and in general be a signing officer of the association. He/She shall, from time to time, accept additional responsibilities as directed by the President and Executive or by a general meeting of the Association as expressed in a majority vote.

 

Vice President U7 Division:

The vice-president of the U7 level will oversee the operations of the Entry Level Division within Sydney Minor Hockey. He/She will provide the guidelines by which the association expects the instructors at these levels to carry out their responsibilities. He/She will be responsible to coordinate the equipment requirements for their area of responsibility. He/She will provide the support and direction directly from the board to insure continuity in development programs from year to year. He/She will be perform all the duties of a Vice-President of the association including presiding at meetings and in general be a signing officer of the association. He/She shall, from time to time, accept additional responsibilities as directed by the President or Executive Council or as directed at a general meeting asexpressed in a majority vote.

 

Vice President U9 Division:

The vice-president of the Novice level will oversee the operations of the Novice Level Division within Sydney Minor Hockey. He/She will provide the guidelines by which the association expects the instructors at these levels to carry out their responsibilities.

 

He/She will be responsible to coordinate the equipment requirements for their area of responsibility. He/She will provide the support and direction directly from the board to insure continuity in development programs from year to year. He/She will be perform all the duties of a Vice-President of the association including presiding at meetings and in general be a signing officer of the association. 

He/She shall, from time to time, accept additional responsibilities as directed by the President or Executive Council or as directed at a general meeting as expressed in a majority vote.

 

Immediate Past President:

Shall act in an advisory capacity. Shall coordinate the selection of the nominating committee for the selection of officers for vacant positions on the executive.

 

He/She will be responsible to coordinate the equipment requirements for their area of responsibility. He/She will provide the support and direction directly from the board to insure continuity in development programs from year to year. He/She will be perform all the duties of a Vice-President of the association including presiding at meetings and in general be a signing officer of the association. He/She shall, from time to time, accept additional responsibilities as directed by the President or Executive Council or as directed at a general meeting as expressed in a majority vote.

 

Treasurer:

Shall keep true and accurate account of all moneys received and disbursed by the Association and shall, when directed by the Executive, make all disbursements of the Association. He/She will be required to submit an audited financial statement at the annual meeting.

 

Ice Allocation: The Ice Allocation Chairperson shall be the liaison between the Rink management and the association as it relates to all ice rentals, modifications and cancellations. He/She will also be responsible for representing the association at ice allocation meetings. Coordinate the rescheduling of ice times between teams and divisions.  Assist in the assignment of ice times for tournaments.  Validate the ice rental bills submitted to the association from ice times consumed.

 

Risk and Development:

Risk Management is the process by which Sydney Minor Hockey reviews its activities, programs, and operating procedures, to identify and understand the everyday risks confronted with operating an organized minor hockey association and eliminating or minimizing those risks.

 

Development responsibilities include focusing on association development needs i.e. players, coaches, or officials, indentifying certification requirements and arranging for upgrades, help obtain resources for coaches as requested, organize developmental events throughout Sydney Minor Hockey and champion development issues throughout Sydney Minor Hockey.

 

Fund Raising: 2 positions

Shall be responsible to coordinate and chair a Fund Raising Committee, the fundraising activities of the Association shall be in accordance with Bylaw 15. Terms of reference for the fundraising committee shall be established and the Chair shall report to the Executive on proposed fund raising activities. The committee shall assess the appropriate level and structure of the fund raising with an ultimate objective of making minor hockey reasonably affordable for all those who wish to participate.He/She shall, from time to time, accept additional responsibilities as directed by the President and Executive or/by a general meeting of the Association as expressed in a majority vote.

 

 

Equipment Manager: The Equipment Manager shall be responsible for all matters pertaining to the distribution, collectionand maintenance of all SMHA equipment.

 

VP Marketing & Communication

The VP Marketing and Communication shall be responsible for all public relations, communication, advertizing, website administration and social media for SMHA.

 

 

 

 

BY-LAW 1: ASSOCIATION EXECUTIVE

 

1. There shall be no remuneration for any of the officers by this Association.

 

2. When any vacancy occurs in the executive, the following procedure shall apply;

(a) If the vacancy occurs in the Office of the President, the Executive Committee will elect a new      

       president.

 (b) For any other vacancy, an election shall be held by the Association.

 

3. The executive shall have the power to remove from office forthwith by a two- thirds vote, any      

   member of the executive who is remiss or neglectful of duty or whose conduct tends to impair 

    their usefulness as a member of the executive.

 

BY-LAW 2: ELECTION OF EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE AND OFFICERS

The executive committee of the Association shall be elected at the annual meeting and the Executive Officers will be elected by the executive committee immediately following the annual meeting or at the earliest convenience.

 

BY-LAW 3: MEETINGS

1. Executive meetings of the Association will be held on the second week of each month or as called 

   for by the president. General meeting of the association will take place once (1) a year in June.  

   General meeting is to be advertised through the local media in advance and on the SMHA 

   website.  Fifteen (15) members will constitute a quorum at the general meeting.

2. The requirement for any additional general meetings is at the discretion of the Association 

   executive.

 

BY-LAW 4: VOTING

At all meetings of the Association, voting shall be by show of hands unless requested by any one member for a vote by ballot.Decision shall be by a majority of the votes cast with the exception of those shown below. Voting on the election of the association executive shall be by ballot. Each retiring officer shall have one (1) vote and each member one (1) vote. Executive members will be elected by a majority vote. (Ex. If three positions are to be filled and five persons are nominated the top three vote getters will be declared elected.)

 

BY-LAW 5: TERMS OF OFFICE

Elected positions of the Sydney Minor Hockey Association and indeterminate period. The positions for association officers is for one (1) year with the new executive electing officers from withinits ranks following the annual meeting of the Association. 

 

BY-LAW 6: REGISTRATION

Registration and Date: The dates of the annual registration shall be at the discretion of the executive.

 

Registration Fees: Registration fees shall be determined yearly, by the executive, as financial requirements dictate.

 

BY-LAW 7: AUDIT AND FINANCE

1. Audit: An audit of the Association shall be conducted by a reputable firm recommended by two-

   thirds majority of the executive.

 

2 Fiscal Year: The fiscal year of the Association shall be from the first of June to the 31st

  to May of the following year.

3. Banking and Signing Officers: The Treasurer shall, with the approval of the President, open an       

   account with a financial institution in Sydney, Nova Scotia. The signing officers for all notes, drafts 

   and cheques shall be 2 of the following: Treasurer, President or Vice-President.

 

4. Annual Budget: An annual budget shall be presented by the executive to the first general meeting 

   after the finalization of registration each autumn and to be reviewed throughout the year as is 

   necessary to ensure continued operation without a deficit.

 

5. Expenditures: The executive committee shall have supervision, direction and control over the 

   financial affairs of the Association and shall be responsible for its financial management. All         

   expenditures of the funds of the Association shall be subject to the approval of the Executive 

   Committee and shall be made in accordance with its direction.No motion adopted at any meeting 

   of the Association, which entails or necessitates financial risk of the commitment of expenditure

   of funds of the Association shall be valid unless approved bythe Executive Committee.

 

6. Development:  As part of the annual budget process and in recognition of Sydney Minor Hockey     

   Association’s commitment to the development of its players, a minimum of eight percent (8%) of 

  total registration fees will be set aside for development activities to be managed by the 

  Development Coordinator. The Development Coordinator will provide monthly budgetary updates 

  to the Board through the Risk and Development Director.

 

BY-LAW 8: NOMINATING COMMITTEE AND ELECTION OF OFFICERS

The Nominating Committee shall consist of three (3) members of the Association recommended to and approved by the executive. The Past President will recommend the names of these individuals and serve as committee chairman. They will be charged with presenting to the membership the names of individuals willing to serve on the executive to fill vacancies created by retirements or resignations.

 

BY-LAW 9: REFEREE-IN-CHIEF

The Referee-in-Chief shall be appointed on a yearly basis by the executive, and it shall be his responsibility to:

(a) In conjunction with Association coordinators, appoint referees and/or linesmen as required for   

    each scheduled game and playoffs.

(b) Conduct or arrange to have conducted, referees clinics throughout the year at various levels.

(c) Maintain a competent and adequate standard of referring in all associations of the Association.

(d) Appoint an assistant referee-in-chief to assist him in his duties.

(e) Ensure that game officials submit a game report for statistical purposes at the end of each game.

(f) Provide monthly detailed statements of the cost of officials as requested by the executive.

 

BY-LAW 10: DIVISION COORDINATORS

(a) The executive shall appoint division coordinators at every level deemed necessary by the 

    executive. The coordinator will be responsible for the operation of the “House” program in that    

    division.  

(b) The coordinator will recommend to the executive the names of individuals willing to serve as  

     coaches for the upcoming year.

(c) The incumbent will also co-ordinate the orderly process of team selection, scheduling, 

     fundraising, tournaments, referees etc.

 

(d) Each division coordinator will provide a yearly financial summary of all revenues and 

     expenditures of that division 30 days following completion of yearly play.

(e) No team or division shall carry a balance forward into the following year.

(f) Coordinators are required to attend all general meetings to report on division operation and 

    provide answers to any queries. Coordinators may also berequired to attend executive committee 

    meetings at the request of the executive.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

BY-LAW 11: REPRESENTATIVE TEAMS

The association shall be represented by teams at every level approved by the Association executive.

(b) Coaches for these teams will be by application.

(c) The coach/coaches are responsible for the on-ice operation of the team. They shall seek support

     from the players parents/guardians interested in assisting in the operation of the team. These 

     parties, elected by the parents, should include a manager and treasurer and must be submitted   

    for approval by the association executive.

(d) All “Rep” teams will have a certified trainer. Volunteers interested should apply for certification.

(e) Representative teams in each division must present to the association executive a detailed                          financialsummary of yearly revenues and expenditures 30 days following completion of yearly play.

(f) No team shall carry a balance forward of money into the following year.

g)) Executive board members may hold a bench position with representative teams within Sydney Minor Hockey. However, they may not take part in any rep decisions applicable to their division.

 

BY-LAW 12: PUBLICITY

Publicity shall be the responsibility of the executive who may delegate this authority or appoint a publicity director at any time.

 

BY-LAW 13: AMENDMENTS

Amendments and/or alterations to this constitution can only be made at the annual meeting of the Association, held in May of each year.  The association will communicate notice of amendment to all members of the association by placing anadvertisement in the local newspaper at least (14) days prior to the annual meeting that constitutional amendments are on the agenda.  Voting on such proposals shall be as outlined in By-Law 4.

 

BY-LAW 14: FUND RAISING

All fund raising programs initiated by teams or divisions must be submitted and approved by the executive. All fund raising efforts of the association must take precedence over any team or division program. It is expected that the membership of the association will support all association sponsored fund raisingevents.

 

BY-LAW 15: DISCIPLINE / SUSPENSIONS

Any disciplinary action against players, teams and coaches, not covered by the Hockey Nova Scotia Minor Council or Hockey Canada is the responsibility of the executive of the Association. No one person whether a coach, manager, or executive member has the authority to act independently as the representative of the association except coaches who have the privilege to suspend a player for one game only, providing just cause and notification to the Rep Director.

 

BY-LAW 16: REGISTRATION

Boys and girls will register at sites selected by the executive. Advance notice of registration will be made through the local media.

 

BY-LAW 17: TOURNAMENT COMMITTEE

Sydney Minor Hockey hosted tournaments will be played under the authority of the Sydney Minor Hockey tournament committee. The tournament committee will consist of the president, vice-president of the division (Rep, House, and Initiation) and any others that may be appointed for the purpose.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

BY-LAW 18: DEVELOPMENT COORDINATOR

The executive shall appoint a Development Coordinator who will:

(a) Be responsible for the coordination of the Association’s player and coach development programs

(b) Focus on and identify association development needs

(c) Monitor and evaluate programs and report to board of directors through the Risk and  

    Development Director

(d) Obtain hockey resources for use by coaches, and develop and maintain a library to be housed at  

     the Association’s offices

(e) Manage an annual budget as approved by the Executive and provide monthly budget versus    

    actual reports to the Executive through the Risk and Development Director

(f) Consult with coaches to discuss development issues

(g) Assist with coaching selections

(h) Oversee and coordinate team selection process to ensure completeness and fairness

(i) Stay up to date on current Hockey Canada development initiative

 

SECTION R: Risk Management: Abusive Parent Dispute Resolution

 

HNS Abusive Parent Dispute Resolution Policy Page 1 ABUSIVE PARENT DISPUTE RESOLUTION POLICY

 

Rationale: It is the policy of Hockey Nova Scotia (HNS) that there shall be no abuse or bullying, whether physical, emotional or sexual of any participant in any of its programs. Hockey Nova Scotia and Hockey Canada expects every parent, volunteer and staff member to take all reasonable steps to safeguard the welfare of its participants and protect them from any form of maltreatment.

 

Further, HNS expects that no volunteer should experience abuse or bullying, whether physical, emotional or sexual as a result of any parent or guardian of a participant. 

 

To ensure the safety and enjoyment of all players and volunteers, whether coach, assistant Coach, trainer, manager or administrator, this policy will strictly be adhered to.

 

A. Membership Applications: 

1. During the registration process, each Member will be advised that the Dispute Resolution Policy is on the Hockey Nova Scotia Website and the Minor Hockey Association website.

 

2. Should any Member cease to be in good standing, in order for the Membership to continue, the Member not in good standing will have to be replaced. In order to be approved the new/replacement Application must include payment of any outstanding fees, including any costs imposed under paragraph 8(b) of this Policy and the pro-rata share (number of remaining complete weeks to March 31 divided by 22) for the basic local hockey association and for the new/replacement Application fee, also on a pro-rata basis. Provided these conditions are met the new/replacement Membership Application will automatically be approved and considered an extension of the original Application. As it relates to revocation or suspension of a Membership, no sanction against any player will be taken until at least 72 hours after notice is provided to a Member that they are not long in Good Standing. This time can allow time for the new/replacement Application to be submitted and processed.

 

3. Associations will incorporate this Dispute Resolution Policy in either their Bylaws or Policies and 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Practices. B. Investigation Procedures:

 

At Association (MHA) Level: 1.

If, after a Proper Investigation by the Officers of the Association, a Member is found to have engaged in Inappropriate Conduct and thereby failed to comply with the Rules and Regulations of the Association, the Officers of the Association are empowered to: 

 

(a) issue to the Member a letter of warning, or 

 

(b) require the Member to participate in a mediation process (see Appendix A for options), or

 

(c) suspend the Member for up to 30 days, and/or (such suspension has no impact on the membership) SECTION R: Risk Management: Abusive Parent Dispute Resolution HNS Abusive Parent Dispute Resolution Policy Page 2 

 

(d) where the Member has engaged, in particular inappropriate physical and/or vocal behavior, restrict the Member’s privileges to attend games and/or practices at Association rinks, or team activities.

 

2. The Member may appeal the findings and directives of the Association to HNS in accordance with HNS By-Laws. 

 

3. Nothing herein restricts the power of the Association to make a complaint to the police where the inappropriate behavior is deemed to be criminal. 

 

4. If a Member fails to comply with the terms of any suspension or restriction imposed under paragraph 5 or, the inappropriate conduct continues, the Association may request Hockey Nova Scotia to review the Member’s status. 

 

At the Hockey Nova Scotia (HNS) Level:

 

5. HNS agrees to make use of Protection of Property Agreements when/where appropriate. 

 

6. Should an Association request a review of a Member’s status or a Member appeals the findings of or sanctions imposed by the Association, Hockey Nova Scotia will attempt to resolve the matter with the Member and the Association through facilitating a meeting through either a mediator, restorative facilitator or the Executive Director of Hockey Nova Scotia. Hockey Nova Scotia will select the facilitation process and incur any upfront costs.

 

7. Should an Association issue any type of sanction to the Member, which is not authorized under paragraph B.1. of this Policy, including removing the Player from play, the Member(s) may immediately request the Executive Director of Hockey Nova Scotia to remove the sanction and direct the Association to follow the procedures as contained within this Policy.

 

8. Should the process in paragraph B.6. not result in an agreed resolution, Hockey Nova Scotia, through the Executive Director may: 

 

a) revoke any sanctions imposed by the Association for reasons, including and not limited to, the ground that a fair process was not followed prior to the Association deeming the Member exhibited Inappropriate Conduct; 

 

 

 

 

b) issue a further letter of warning against the Member, including the requirement of the Member to reimburse HNS for all of the costs associated with the efforts of HNS, as referred to in paragraph B.6. above, including the cost of the mediator, etc. to a maximum of $500. If this administrative fee is not paid by the Member within 14 days, the Membership is suspended and the Member is not a Member in good standing until such time as the administrative fee is paid.

 

c) declare a full revocation of the Member’s Membership resulting in the membership not being in good standing. Revocation would be effective 72 hours from the time in which the decision was communicated to the Member at the address (including email address) provided by the Member at the time of registration. SECTION R: Risk Management: Abusive Parent Dispute Resolution HNS Abusive Parent Dispute Resolution Policy Page 3 

 

d) in the case of those having engaged in inappropriate physical and/or vocal behavior issue a Protection of Property Notice resulting in the Member being barred from all rinks used by Hockey Nova Scotia.

 

C. Definitions: 

 

Membership: is an approved Application (“Application”) with all of the individuals on the Application being in good standing with the Minor Hockey Association (“Association”).

 

Members: are the individuals listed on the approved membershipApplication, being in good standing with the Association. These persons include parents, guardians and the player. 

 

Good Standing: a Member is in good standing until such time as the membership is suspended or revoke.

 

Inappropriate Conduct: conduct unacceptable to the Association as determined by a Discipline Committee, including but not limited to, inappropriate physical and/or vocal abusive behavior or persistent harassment of volunteers within the Association.

 

Hockey Record: the written record of a Dispute Resolution meeting conducted by Hockey Nova Scotia 

 

SECTION R: Risk Management: Abusive Parent Dispute Resolution 

 

Schedule A to the HNS Abusive Parent Dispute Policy

 

Resolution Policy Page 4 Schedule A to the HNS Dispute Resolution Policy DISPUTE RESOLUTION SUMMARY  

 

This document is to be included in all Minor Hockey registration materials for the 2014-2015 season and all subsequent hockey seasons. 

 

The Nova Scotia Human Rights Commission and Hockey Nova Scotia have worked collaboratively to find a way of addressing the valid concerns of HNS to curb abusive behaviour of any person involved with HNS while at the same time preserving the ability of children to play hockey despite the actions of parents. After discussions with the Commission and members of the public concerned about this issue, HNS has created a Dispute Resolution Policy. 

 

The full Dispute Resolution Policy is available on both the Hockey Nova Scotia website (www.hockeynovascotia.ca) and on your Association’s website. Please take the time to read and understand the Dispute Resolution Policy since it forms part of the obligations binding the registrants.

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