Officiating Program

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Are you a referee with a question, looking for an answer? Are you searching for the correct interpretation of a rule? Are you needing clarification? Hockey Canada has the solution – Ask a Referee! Send your questions in, and every month Hockey Canada’s referee-in-chief will give his answers. » Send email

Forty-seven Canadians – 24 referees and 23 linespersons – have been licenced by the IIHF for international competition around the world during the 2024-25 season.
From Drake to the Olympics, Alex Clarke has broken barriers and inspired young officials on her unique hockey journey.
A late starter in hockey, Ali Beres didn’t let that stand in her way of reaching her goals and setting up a second act.
Bringing together the best
Thirty of the country’s top officials gathered in Calgary for the National High Performance Selection Camp.
Six Canadian officials receive Kenneth R. Stiles Memorial Scholarships for their accomplishments on and off the ice.
Grace Barlow, Melissa Brunn, Colleen Geddes and Megan Howes became the first all-female crew to officiate in Junior A.
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Officials are a key component of hockey

Referees, linespersons or officials in the two-person system are an essential element in organized hockey at all levels. Officials keep the game organized and fun, while providing players, parents and coaches clarification of the rules.