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Registration (General Info)
Where do I have to reside for my child to play hockey with the Eastend Storm?
You must be a resident with a K1C, K1J and K1B/Pineview postal codes to play with the Eastend Minor Hockey Association (EMHA).
I have shared custody and my child's other parent resides in another hockey district, where should we register?
Every situation is unique. Please reach out to the EMHA Registrar for further assistance.
We moved to the area after the season had already started, can I still register my child and, if so, are fees pro-rated?
Please contact the registrar to find out whether there is availability for your child to play. Late registration fees are as follows:
i) After September 1 – full registration and team fees apply
ii) After December 1 – 75% of registration fees and full team fees apply
iii) After January 1 – 60% of regisration fees and team fees apply
ii) After December 1 – 75% of registration fees and full team fees apply
iii) After January 1 – 60% of regisration fees and team fees apply
How old does my child have to be to participate in the EMHA hockey program?
Your child must be 4 years of age by December 31st of the current season year. Players aged 4-6 are first enrolled in the U7 program. This is a structured, learn-to-play hockey program designed to introduce beginners to basic skills of hockey in an atmosphere of fun and fair play. There are no additional teams fees beyond the EMHA registration fee.
My child has never played hockey before, will this be a problem?
Not at all. We have lots of players of different ages that have never played organized hockey. Your child will be registered by birth year and, following an evaluation of their skating and hockey skills, will be placed on a team with similarly skilled players.
What does my registration fee cover?
EMHA registration fees cover expenses such as: Hockey Canada registration and insurance, allocated practice ice, regular season and playoff games, insurance, team league registration fees, team equipment, game officials, coach certification at U7 level, etc. Registration fees vary across divisions due to differences in those listed expenses.
How are registration fees paid to the EMHA? What financial assistance is available?
Registration fees are payable online by credit card and PayPal. Programs such as Canadian Tire Jumpstart, Kidsport Ottawa and others may be available to those requiring financial support. Please note that funding assistance may not cover full registration amounts and parents are responsible for the balance of funds. Eastend Minor Hockey also has an Outreach Program to assist our members with financial support.
My child has now decided not to play, what is the EMHA Refund policy?
Refunds of registration fees, upon written request to the Registrar, for players who decide not to play may be given according to the following formula:
i) Before Sort-Outs – full refund
ii) On or before October 15 – 2/3 refund
iii) On or before December 1 – 1/3 refund
iv) After December 1 – no refund
My child made a competitive team, do I get my registration costs back from the EMHA?
ii) On or before October 15 – 2/3 refund
iii) On or before December 1 – 1/3 refund
iv) After December 1 – no refund
The registration fee you paid to the EMHA, not including the late fee, are directly transferred to your child’s new association. Parents are responsible for covering the balance of registration fees to the competitive team association as well as team fees.
Is my child insured while participating in games, practices, or any other hockey related activity?
Insurance coverage for Hockey Canada sanctioned events is provided through Hockey Canada.
What are the different levels of hockey in the House League program?
Players at the House League level are grouped by age and skill level. From U9-13, the association fields teams at A, B & C levels. At U15 & U18, it's A & B only. Age divisions are as follows:
U7 – 4 to 6 years;
U9 – 7-8 years;
U11 – 9-10 years;
U13 – 11-12 years;
U15 – 13-14 years;
U18 – 15-17 years and;
U21 – 18-20 years.
U9 – 7-8 years;
U11 – 9-10 years;
U13 – 11-12 years;
U15 – 13-14 years;
U18 – 15-17 years and;
U21 – 18-20 years.
Ice times and days will vary throughout the season and often change from week to week. Parents can expect any ice time from 7:00 am onwards. Younger players will typically play earlier in the day., while older players tend to have later ice times.
What is the difference between House League and Rep B? Does House League play with body contact?
House League is recreational hockey with no body contact at any level. There are typically 20-30, 50-minute games per season and games are played within the local district.
Rep B is competitive hockey, and teams play 30 games throughout the season; all Rep B games are played throughout the region. Game duration is longer at Rep B level for U15 and U18 divisions and body contact begins at the U15 level.
What is the commitment difference between house league and a competitive level?
House League teams will typically be on the ice 2-3 times per week for games and practices. Depending on the coach and the particular team, house league teams typically have 1-4 tournaments throughout the season, with younger teams often opting for less than older teams.
Competitive Rep B teams will typically be on the ice 3-5 times per week and may have anywhere from 1-5 tournaments during the season.
Competitive Rep B teams will typically be on the ice 3-5 times per week and may have anywhere from 1-5 tournaments during the season.
What is the cost difference for house league and competitive players?
After initial registration fee, House League team fees can range between $250- $450.
After initial registration fee, Competitive Rep B team fees can vary up to $1,000+. Please check the Blues website for updated information.
After initial registration fee, Competitive Rep B team fees can vary up to $1,000+. Please check the Blues website for updated information.
Does the EMHA take imported players for our competitive teams?
The EMHA endeavors to recruit locally. Under exceptional circumstances, we may accommodate out-of-district players.
What equipment does my child need?
- Your child must be outfitted with properly fitted standard hockey equipment in order to participate on ice, including:
- Hockey skates - please ensure they are regularly sharpened
- CSA Approved helmet with full face shield
- Mouth Guard (recommended)
- Neck guard
- Shoulder pads
- Shin pads
- Elbow pads
- Protective cup
- Hockey pants
- Hockey gloves
- Socks/ garter belt
- Hockey Stick
- Practice jersey
- Hockey stick - generally cut to a length between the upper lip and chin while the child is standing on skates; if unsure, please consult with your coach.
Two sets of Eastend Storm jerseys, home and away, will be provided to the player's team at the beginning of the season and must be returned at the end of the season. Additional information and resources on proper fit of hockey equipment is available HERE.