Ontario Minor Hockey is committed to providing an environment that is safe, accessible, and inclusive in which all individuals are treated with respect and in an environment free from maltreatment of any kind.
We all play a role in creating a healthy culture that fosters safe sport practice and offers athletes, coaches and all members of the sport community strong resources in education and reporting.
OMHA CODE OF CONDUCT
The OMHA Code of Conduct identifies the standard of conduct which is expected of members and other persons involved in OMHA activities and events. Individuals who fail to meet this standard may be subject to sanctions identified within these Policies and Procedures.
Under these Policies and Procedures, infractions which may warrant discipline include:
SERIOUS MISCONDUCT
These are infractions which involve incidents of “Serious Misconduct” including maltreatment, harassment and bullying.
Hockey Canada has engaged an Independent Third-Party (“ITP”) to oversee these complaints which must be submitted through the Hockey Canada Safe Sport/Independent Third Party (“ITP”) Complaint process. As a result, when the OMHA receives a Complaint of Serious Misconduct directly, it will immediately refer the matter to the ITP.
Click: Hockey Canada Safe Sport/Independent Third Party (“ITP”) Complaint process
MAJOR INFRACTIONS
These are infractions under the OMHA Code of Conduct which are more serious and may warrant disciplinary action as specified in the policy. These do not include incidents of ‘Serious Misconduct’ including maltreatment, harassment and bullying.
These infractions and/or complaints are dealt with by the OMHA and may also warrant immediate corrective action by the OMHA.
Click: OMHA Code of Conduct Complaint Intake
MINOR INFRACTIONS
These are infractions under the OMHA Code of Conduct which are less serious than Major Infractions. These infractions and/or complaints will in most cases be dealt with by the Local Minor Hockey Association.
A reminder that Hockey Canada Playing Rules govern gameplay including pre, post-game. Concerns arising from gameplay should be addressed through your Local Minor Hockey Association and/or League.