In order to be a member of the Bench Staff (coaches, assistant coaches, team managers and safety rep) there are two checks that need to be completed.

1.Criminal Record Check (CRC)

2. Child Abuse Registry (CAR)

Below is the information and forms needed to get this request completed.  Hockey Manitoba and SMHA by-laws state that all applications must be submitted for processing by Date TBD.  Please note, we are waiting on an updated form for the CAR.  Do not drop off the CAR as it will be outdated and not valid.  As soon as we have the form it will be updated in the forms.

Coaches and Mangers ONLY

3. Declaration Form

1.     Criminal Record Check/Vulnerable Sector Check

Please fill out all the highlighted sections on this application and attend the Oakbank RCMP detachment to submit your application. The Volunteer Letter must be submitted with your application to waive the fee.

Please bring the below items when submitting your application:  

• 1a.Volunteer Letter (waives the fee) PRINT and attach to application.

• 2 pieces of government issued ID – 1 photo. 

 
2.     Child Abuse Registry Application

You will be responsible to drop it off yourself to 777 Portage Ave, in Winnipeg.

COMMON ERROR:
Section A-4 Applicant Authorization: (seen in picture below)-This signature should be another bench staff member from your team, who verified your identification.

3. Declaration Form (Head Coach/Manager ONLY)

As bench staff begin to receive their clear checks, they are asked to show and submit a copy to the Coach or Manager.  Please use the Declaration form attached to keep track of all bench staff who have completed their checks. 

Please scan and email to SMHA Secretary: by TBD

If a bench staff member has not completed these forms by TBD or a positive result is returned,
it is your responsibility as coach/manager to notify SMHA Executive.