Volunteer with KHC

The Knights Hockey Club is only able to exist because of its dedicated volunteers. Board members, organizers, coordinators, coaches, assistant coaches, tournament organizers, and administrators are just a small part of the incredible group of volunteers that helps make this organization what it is.

We are in need of volunteers on both the association and team level. If you have any questions or would like to help but don't know how to get involved please email us at ice@knightshc.ca.

Volunteer Bond Overview

Many of our club members are unaware of just how much volunteer work and fundraising is necessary to operate and administer a quality hockey program. The volunteer bond program was introduced to encourage Knights Hockey Club members to step forward and help. The time commitment is not unreasonable, and the help is beneficial and appreciated!! Participation in the volunteer bond program is a mandatory component of registration with KHC and in no way does it exclude families from volunteering with their player’s team.  

Volunteer Hours Required

A minimum of 15 hours of KHC approved volunteer work is required to fulfill each family’s Volunteer Bond obligations per season. 5 volunteer hours will be at association level, with the 10 remaining volunteer hours at team level or split between team and association levels. Reminder: Although a members volunteer bond may be complete, members still have the obligations to their player(s) team and must actively contribute at the team level to  ensure the workload is shared amongst all members of the team.  There are many opportunities to volunteer throughout the season. A list of Board approved volunteer positions will be posted on the website each season.  

Sign Up to Volunteer

Thanks to all the amazing volunteers throughout the season. The commitment by all our volunteers makes the Knights Organization what it is!  As volunteer roles come avaialable we will post the link to SignUpGenius.com for members to register for volunteer shifts that fit into their personal schedule. 

We will continue to post open volunteer positions as they come available.

Value of Volunteer Bond

Community Level: The value of the Volunteer Bond is set at $500.00 per family per year.
House League: The value of the Volunteer Bond is set at $350 per family per year.
If a family has players in both the community stream and House League, the volunteer bond is $500 per family per year.

Reporting Responsibility

It is each family’s own responsibility to ensure they meet the Volunteer Bond Program commitments and ensure that their hours are reported accurately to the club. The Manager of each team will provide assistance to families with the tracking of their bond.

Bond Cashing

At the end of each season, all outstanding bonds will be reviewed by a committee of the Board of Directors who will review the details of the recorded hours and roles performed to determine if the bond will be invoiced.

Frequently Asked Questions

Why is there a Volunteer Bond?
The Volunteer Bond Program has been introduced to encourage members to step forward and get involved. 

How much is the Volunteer Bond?​​​​​​​
​​​​​​​Community Level: The value of the Volunteer Bond is set at $500.00 per family per year.
House League: The value of the Volunteer Bond is set at $350 per family per year.
If a family has players in both the community stream and House League, the volunteer bond is $500 per family per year.

Is the Volunteer Bond mandatory?
The volunteer bond is mandatory for all members to remain in good standing with the association. 

How many hours do I need to put in?
A minimum of 15 hours per family is required. Of the 15 hours, a minimum of 5 hours to be volunteered at the KHC level. The remaining 10 hours can be team level or KHC level.

I don't want to volunteer or I'm really busy, do I have to volunteer or can I "opt out" at time of registration??
The goal of this volunteer bond is to enourage all families to play a role in the running of the club and help your team to have a successful season. We would rather have the assistance in running the club, than the money.   No, families can not "opt out" at time of registration.   Families that don't volunteer throughout the season will be invoiced the full $500.00 bond at the end of the season.  

What roles are available?
The official list of positions is published on the website under "Volunteering". Opportunities to volunteer throughout the year will be made available through the website and/or email notifications.

If I do not complete the minimum 15 hours, what happens?

Families who do not complete their required volunteer commitment will be invoiced the value of the unfulfilled bond ($500). Payment is due within 30 days of the date of the invoice. This fee will be added to the KHC members’ Hockey Canada account. Members will unpaid bond fees:   

  1. Cannot register for the following season with KHC or another Hockey Canada Minor Hockey Association.
  2. Cannot be transferred to another Hockey Canada Minor Hockey Association.
  3. Cannot register for a Hockey Alberta officiating course.
  4. Cannot register for Hockey Alberta High Performance Camps
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If I only complete 7 or 8 hours, will I be invoiced?
Yes.


I know a person that is doing two roles that qualify for the volunteer bond (e.g. Coach on one team and Assistant Coach on another). Is this permitted?
Yes, the association always wants the best possible person for the role to be assigned. There are other opportunities to volunteer.


Who is tracking my volunteer hours?
Volunteer shifts registered in SignUpGenius.com will be tracked and reported to teams. There will be a mid-season report in December and a year-end report in March. It is your responsibility to meet the Volunteer Bond Program Commitment and ensure that their hours are reported accurately. Your team manager will track your hours for game day volunteers (timekeeper/score keeper and penalty box gate volunteers).


Can I work off my bond for the next year?
No, we need volunteers every season; we are working only for this year. Once this year closes (May 31st of the current season) and we move into the new season, you can begin to work off your bond before the season starts.



Contact

Questions regarding the Volunteer Bond Program can be sent to vpfinance@knightshc.ca  or ice@knightshc.ca .