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Volunteering with NW Ringette

Volunteering with Northwest Ringette

As a completely volunteer-run organization, our Association thrives thanks to the dedication of our volunteers. It takes over 6,000 hours of association-level volunteering per season to operate NWR, and hundreds more team-level volunteer hours to ensure a curated experience for our athletes.

Volunteer Commitment

As a member of the Association, it is expected that each registered athlete's family provides the following volunteer commitment:

  • At least 8 hours of Association Level volunteering
  • Equitable volunteering at a Team Level

Note: Association-level volunteer hours can be completed by one individual or split between many. Families with two or more registered athletes only need to complete a minimum of 16 hours of Association Level volunteering per season.

Association Level Volunteer Roles

Ways to Fulfill Your Volunteer Commitment

  • Event Specific Volunteering Roles Contribution based on credit hours as described in the shift schedule. Active volunteering opportunities will be listed below as they become available. Please sign up through the following SignUp Genius events and please note the no-cancellation windows specific to each event.

  • Evaluators: Note that all coach applicants (head coach, goalie, and assistant coaches) must volunteer to evaluate for a minimum of 8 hours as per the Coach Selection Policy. Non-coach evaluators are also encouraged to volunteer with no minimum or maximum commitment. More information on Evaluator shifts will be provided via email in August and September.

  • Key Role within NWR or on EGRT Planning Committee: Contribution of 8+ hours. Indicate your interest upon registration, inform the Volunteer Coordinator. Selection is at the discretion of the responsible Director. Current open key roles:

    • RECRUITING NOW for 2025/2026 Evaluations
      • Division Coordinators, UAA Coordinator, Goalie Evaluations Coordinator, Evaluation Alternate, Evaluator Coordinator.

  • Board Members: The Board of Directors is elected as per the Bylaws at the Annual General Meeting. Vacancies can be filled by vote at a Board Meeting. Contact the President and Secretary for more information or to indicate your interest.

  • Committee, Sub-Committee, or Working Group Participation: Opportunities will be communicated via email and listed here.

    • NWR Bursary Working Group
    • Flex Ringette Working Group

  • Additional Volunteer Roles: Additional roles may be recruited by the Board of Directors as needed. Eligibility will be communicated at the time of recruitment.

  • Volunteer Buy-Out Option: While we prefer your time and effort, a volunteer buy-out option is available at $350 per registrant, as per Appendix J of the Policies.

Please refer to the "Compulsory Association Volunteering Program” details in Policy #25 for more details.

Team Level Volunteering

Team volunteering is expected of all families and does NOT count towards the Association Level volunteering commitment. While roles such as Coaches, Assistant Coaches, and Team Managers are vital, they are not eligible (at this time) as association-level volunteering. However, as per the Coach Selection Policy, coaches must volunteer at least 8 hours as an evaluator to be eligible as a Head, Assistant, or Goalie Coach.

Every family is expected to contribute equitably at the team level. While head coaches may volunteer more hours, it is anticipated that all parents will contribute as much as they can to create an exceptional experience for the athletes and team.

Team Positions

Each season, we need parents to step into various roles, including:

  • Head Coach: Leads the coaching team.
  • Assistant Coach: Supports the Head Coach both on and off the ice.
  • Goalie Coach: Specializes in training goaltenders in coordination with the Head Coach.
  • Team Manager: Acts as the primary organizer and liaison for the team.
  • Treasurer: Manages the team's finances according to Association policy.
  • Social Coordinator(s): Organizes team social events.
  • Jersey Parent(s): Manages and maintains jerseys.
  • Tournament Coordinator: Handles tournament logistics.
  • Fundraising Coordinator: Oversees fundraising initiatives.
  • Minor Officials (Timekeepers, Scorekeepers, and Penalty Box Attendants): Supports game officials during games; maintains a neutral attitude.
  • Shot Clock Operators: Operates the shot clock during games (U12 and older). Shot Clock Info
  • EGRT Team Representative: Fulfills team volunteer requirements for the Esso Golden Ring Tournament.
  • Other Team Roles: As required.

Join us in making a difference in our athletes lives by volunteering with NWR!