Interested in Coaching?
Coaches are essential to hockey and especially important to minor hockey. A caring, enthusiastic, well-trained coach has the ability to be a positive influence on players, parents and other coaches. – Hockey Canada
Do You Have a HCR# ?
Before applying to coach, you MUST have a Hockey Canada Registration Number (HCR#).
If you do not have a HCR# please apply for one through our Registrar.
- A HCR# is issued by Hockey Canada and can take up to 5 days to receive.
- Hockey Canada will send your HCR# to the BMHA Registrar and our Registrar will contact you with your new HCR#.
Coaching Application
If you are interested in being considered for a coaching position for Burnaby Minor, please complete the application form.
If you are interested in coaching multiple teams, please complete a separate application for each team.
Our BMHA Head Coach will be in touch with you regarding your application, and for any additional information may be required.
Please ensure you enter the correct email address, as this will be our primary point of contact.
1. Coach Application
After completing the application, please check your certifications are current. This must be done prior to start of the season.
- Click here for the required certifications for Team Officials
- Login to Spordle to check if your Criminal Record Check (CRC) and Respect in Sport (RIS) are current.
- Questions? Please email Ty Babych - BMHA Director of Hockey Operations director-hockeyops@burnabyminor.com
All Coaches, new and returning, must fill out the Coaching Application for the following positions:
- Head Coach
- Assistant Coach
- On-ice Helper - Parent - only for U7 or U9
- On-ice Helper - Player - U15, U18
2. Coach Requirements & Clinics
Please refer to Team Official Qualifications found on the Team Official Certifications page and register for any required clinics. Reminder that all post-task assignments must be verified and certification completed before submitting for reimbursement.
Coaching Resources
There is a lot of information available to help coaches with their teams. Here are just a few:
Questions? Please email Ty Babych - BMHA Director of Hockey Operations director-hockeyops@burnabyminor.com