SGMHA FAQ'S

• When does registration start for the 2026-2027 season?
  -Registration opens May 21st, 2026 at 6:00am. There is a late fee of $150 starting July 1st, 2026. 
  -New players do not get charged the late fee.
  
  
• Can I pay my registration fees in installments?
  -Yes, fees can be paid by installments. You will be prompted in TeamLinkt at the time of registration.
  
  
• My child is unsure about playing hockey. Can we try it out before we register?
  -Unfortunately, no. We cannot allow any participants on the ice without registering.
  
  
• What is the refund policy?
  SGMHA REFUND POLICY
  
  
• Am I required to participate in fundraising activities for my child(ren's) teams?
  -No, families do not have to fundraise on their child(ren's) teams. Participation in fundraising for your child(ren's) teams is optional.
  
  
• What is SGMHA's Mandatory Volunteer Requirement?
  SGMHA MANDATORY VOLUNTEER REQUIREMENT
  
  
• Do I have to live in Spruce Grove to play hockey in SGMHA?
  -Spruce Grove Minor Hockey Association  provides Minor Hockey programs for families residing  within the boundaries. 
  -All registrants must provide proof of residency to register with SGMHA.​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​
  SGMHA BOUNDARY MAP
  
  
• We have just moved to Spruce Grove. How do I transfer my child from another association?
  -If you have moved within Alberta you need to fill out Hockey Alberta's Player Movement Form and email office@sgmha.ca proof of residency.​​​​​​​​​​​​​​
  HA PLAYER MOVEMENT FORM
  -If you have moved from another province you need to fill out Hockey Alberta's Parent Declaration form. Please use the email office@sgmha.ca when prompted to add the Minor Hockey Association email that you are registering with.
  -You will be required to upload  3 documents to your Parent Declartion to prove residency in SGMHA's boundaries.
  -Examples of residency documents  can be  a utility bill, driver's license, mortgage, rental agreement, etc.​​​​​​​
  HA PARENT DECLARATION FORM
  
  
• What day(s) of the week will my child be on the ice?
  -This varies bases on the stream of hockey you choose for your particpant and their age category.
  
  
• When are evaluations?
  -Evaluations in Community (SGMHA) program start late August or early September.
  
  
• What equipment is required to play hockey?
  PARENT INFORMATION
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• How do I apply to be a coach?
  -In the registration, be sure to put YES or MAYBE when asked if you are interested in being a coach or assistant coach.
  -You can also fill out the coach application form. You will be contacted prior to the season starting for an interview.​​​​​​​
  SGMHA COACH APPLICATION
  
  
• How do I register for PAC tryouts?
  -After registering for the base season in SGMHA, or your local minor hockey association, you can proceed by registering for our PAC tryouts.
  -Information is found on the PAC Website.​​​​​​​
  PAC WEBSITE