Lightning VOLUNTEER CHECKLIST
Lightning VOLUNTEERS include; Head Coaches, Assistant Coaches, Trainers, Assistant Trainers, Staff, Den Moms, Managers and any and all helpers on the ice, on the bench or around the players!! If that’s YOU then there are 5 items you MUST complete before you can VOLUNTEER with us.
COLGHA has no control over these items. The OWHA, OHF and Hockey Canada have made these items mandatory in order to Volunteer. We appreciate the frustration and time it takes to become a Volunteer. While we wish there was an easier path, there is no way around these tasks. If you cannot complete them, we cannot roster you to a team or program.
VOLUNTEER CHECKLIST:
1. Register with COLGHA through our RAMP registration.
Use the link to register yourself for your respective team this season. Create an account with RAMP OR LOGIN to your existing RAMP registration account. Ensure you register using your legal first and last name. Once logged in; Click on Coach/Staff Registration. If you are new you may have to create an HCR # and/or create a Spordle account. PDF instructions are available in Yellow under your personal information.
2. Submit an up to date Vulnerable Sector Check (VSC) through the Ontario Hockey Federation’s (OHF) NEW Centralized Screening Portal.
If you are unsure what year of your VSC you are in and think it may still be valid, please reach out to Rob Cranston, colgha.ll@gmail.com
If you require a NEW Vulnerable Sector Check (VSC) then you must request it through the online OPP website. CLICK HERE
For further information, detailed instructions, and the letter of request please visit our website. CLICK HERE
3. Complete and submit your Respect in Sport for Activity Leaders.
All volunteers MUST complete Respect in Sport (RIS) for Activity Leaders Certification Course. Please log into your existing account or create a new one. RESPECT IN SPORT
This program will take approx. 3 hours and it is MANDATORY. The cost of this course is $30 and will be reimbursed by the COLGHA. Please email collingwoodgirlshockey@outlook.com with proof of payment and provide your first and last name and the team with which you are assisting.
COLGHA strongly recommends all Lightning staff complete KEEPING GIRLS IN SPORT.
4. Obtain all certifications required for your position.
COLGHA will reimburse all volunteers. Please email collingwoodgirlshockey@outlook.com with proof of payments and provide your first and last name and the team with which you are assisting. For TRAINER information and COACH resources please CLICK HERE
5. Update COLGHA Registrar with your PROGRESS.
Email collingwoodgirlshockey@outlook.com with your full name, team(s) you are helping with (ie. U9 Silver), position with the team (ie. Head Coach, Manager, Staff) and an up date on your completed TASKS!
**For detailed instructions and further information please find the Collingwood Girls Hockey Association Mandatory Bench Staff/Volunteer Checklist document HERE**
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