officials’ Registration

Update March 13, 2024

Dear OBHF Officials, 

The 2024 Regular Season Certification Clinic registration is now open!

  • Please note that there are now 3 forms to choose from as the OBHF will be moving to a Level-based officiating system.

It is now time for our ‘Regular Season Clinic Registration’. The Google Forms have been updated and the links to access them are at the bottom of this page.

The OBHF will be implementing a Level-based system which will recognize prior experience at either the Minor or Adult divisions. Payment will still be based on the division you intend to officiate in.

The levels will be as follows:

  • Level 1 – Officials ‘new’ to ball hockey with 0 to 3 years experience regardless of division (Minor or Adult). Your clinic will consist of an online exam and mandatory in-person meeting conducted by an OBHF approved instructor at the local league level, OR, a regionally-based, OBHF-led clinic with an on-floor component where fundamental positioning and procedures, and face-off locations will be the focus of instruction.
  • Level 2 – Officials with 3-5 years experience regardless of division (Minor or Adult). Your clinic will consist of an online exam and recommended in-person meeting with your local league RIC with an emphasis on OBHF standards and expectations as outlined by the Provincial RIC & Technical Director.
  • Level 3 – Officials with 5+ years experience regardless of division (Minor or Adult). Your clinic will consist of an online exam and suggested in-person meeting with your local league RIC with an emphasis on OBHF standards and expectations as outlined by the Provincial RIC & Technical Director. 

Please note that the OBHF has maintained registration histories for 5 years and can verify previous experience based on past registrations. We ask that you be forthcoming and honest in selecting the appropriate registration form to complete.

Ice hockey officials new to ball hockey can apply for Level status by completing the Google Form below. Once confirmed, those officials can complete the appropriate form and begin the registration process. 

Once payment has been confirmed by Lino, clinic materials will be emailed to you.

OBHF-led regional clinics are currently confirmed or awaiting confirmation in the following centers:

Acton (Brampton): Acton Arena McKnight Floor – Saturday, March 23 – 10:00am-12:00pm

New Hamburg (Kitchener): New Hamburg Community Center – Saturday, March 23 – 3:00pm-5:00pm

Hamilton: Eastwood Arena – Sunday, March 24 – 12:00pm-2:00pm

Etobicoke (Mississauga): Sir Adam Beck Rink – Sunday, March 24 – 3:00pm-5:00pm

Toronto: The Hangar Downsview Park – Saturday, April 6 – 9:00am-11:00am

Alliston: Alliston Memorial Arena – Saturday, April 6 – 12:00pm-2:00pm

Oshawa: Donovan Recreation Complex – Sunday, April 7 – 2:00pm-4:00pm

If you are unable to attend either of the above dates, you will be redirected to the Local RIC who will work with you, and your center, to coordinate a meeting. Please email phil@ontarioballhockeyfederation.ca if this applies to you. 

Quick important points to know moving forward:

  • exam remains online
  • materials provided in a timely manner: slide shows and important links
  • ‘Learn at your own rate’ concept
  • repeat the exam as many times as needed to meet a minimum 80%.

The following incentives and offers will remain in place for the 2024 season.

Clinic Fee Reductions – The Adult fee remains at $50, and the Minor fee remains at $25

Family/Household Discount – Officials who are immediate family members, will be responsible for submitting one fee. If both officials are Minor referees, they will pay $25 collectively. If one official is seeking Adult certification, the Adult fee of $50 will be applied.

Finder’s Fee – Any official who recruits a new/formerly certified official, will receive a $25 discount on their fee whether it be an Adult or Minor registration. (Formerly Certified is defined as an official who was not certified during the 2023 season.)

Official Start-Up Package – We continue to offer our new and returning officials a discounted price on an ACME Thunderer whistle and sublimated referee jersey at the OBHF’s cost. If you need a new jersey, or wish to have an extra whistle on hand, the package is available to you. Shipping rates may apply. 

And finally, Shirt Only Sales – With the strength in orders for our OBHF Ref Jersey last year, we surpassed 50% of registered officials with one common jersey. The goal is to keep increasing that number as high as possible. 

* You can place your order(s) for either item above, by visiting the UNIFORMS link in the ‘Officials‘ drop-down menu.

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