Hockey Nova Scotia has advised of an important change to the Criminal Record Check (CRC) and Vulnerable Sector Check (VSC) process for volunteers who reside in the Halifax Regional Municipality (HRM).

What’s Changed?

Sterling Backcheck (My Backcheck) is no longer able to provide Criminal Record Checks that include a Vulnerable Sector Check (VSC). Since a VSC is a mandatory Hockey Canada and Hockey Nova Scotia screening requirement for coaches, managers, trainers, board members, and other volunteers, a new process is now in place.

Halifax Regional Police is now offering an online screening process through Triton.

New Screening Link

Volunteers who live within HRM can complete their Criminal Record Check and Vulnerable Sector Check online through Halifax Regional Police:

https://secure.tritoncanada.ca/v/public/landing/HalifaxPoliceService/home

Important Information

• Halifax Regional Police will only process Criminal Record Checks for residents of HRM.
• Volunteers who live outside HRM must apply through the police service responsible for their own jurisdiction.
• All applicable volunteers must complete a Criminal Record Check (CRC) that includes a Vulnerable Sector Check (VSC).
• A Hockey Nova Scotia letter is required to receive the reduced screening fee.
• Applications may be completed online or in person at Halifax Regional Police Headquarters.
• If fingerprints are required, applicants will receive instructions from Halifax Regional Police.
• If identity verification is required, applicants must complete that step within 15 days of notification or the application will be cancelled and fees will not be reimbursed.
• Processing times are typically up to 14 days, depending on application volume.
• Completed results are only available for 30 days, so volunteers should download and save a copy promptly.

Fee Reduction Letter

The Hockey Nova Scotia fee-reduction request letter can be found here:

https://5647e90c-cdn.agilitycms.cloud/VSV%20Request%20letter%202025-2.pdf

For questions regarding the screening process, please contact Kelly Dalrymple at kdalrymple@hockeynovascotia.ca

EHMHA would like to thank the Nominating Committee for their hard work in reviewing all candidate submissions.

Below is the list of nominations for the upcoming season. For positions where multiple candidates are listed, an election will be held. Each candidate will have the opportunity to introduce themselves and speak briefly at the AGM prior to the vote.

• Past President: Brett Garden

• President: Greg Heard (Acclaimed)

• VP Hockey: Tyson Spencer (Incumbent), Evan Taylor

• VP Admin: Mariah Sokolic (Acclaimed)

• Treasurer: James Thompson (Acclaimed)

• Secretary: Katie Muise (Incumbent), Ashley Yates

• Events Coordinator: Ashley Yates, Krystal Kristiansen

• Director at Large: Brennen Hartling, Graeme Mahoney

Join us at the AGM:

• Date: May 24, 2026
• Time: 8:00PM
• Location: Todd Hunter Room, East Hants Sportsplex

EHMHA is pleased to provide formal notice of our upcoming Annual General Meeting (AGM).

AGM Details

Date: May 24, 2026

Time: 8:00PM

Location: Todd Hunter Room, East Hants Sportsplex

Agenda

• President’s Report
• VP Admin Report
• VP Hockey Report
• Financial Review
• Report on Tournament Success
• Volunteers of the Year Awards
• New Business
• Elections

Call for Nominations

EHMHA is currently seeking nominations for the following Executive positions:

• President
• VP Admin
• VP Hockey
• Treasurer
• Director at Large
• Secretary
• Recruiting & Events Coordinator 

How to Nominate:
Submit nominations to vpadmin@ehpenguins.org

Please ensure that any nominee has confirmed their willingness to accept the position prior to being nominated.

All nominees will be contacted by the Nominating Committee, and names will be posted at least 14 days prior to the AGM in accordance with EHMHA bylaws.

Nomination Deadline: May 7th

To learn more about each role, including responsibilities and eligibility requirements, please visit: EHMHA Bylaws

East Hants Minor Hockey Association is excited to announce that we are now accepting nominations for our Volunteer of the Year award!

This prestigious award recognizes the outstanding contributions of volunteers who have dedicated their time, energy, and passion to supporting our hockey community.

Eligibility: 

• Nominees must be volunteers who have contributed significantly to the EHMHA during the current season. 
• Nominees can be head coaches, assistant coaches or team managers

Criteria:

• Demonstrates exceptional commitment and dedication to the association. 
• Positively impacts the lives of players, families, and fellow volunteers. 
• Shows leadership, teamwork, and a spirit of community.

How to Nominate:

• Send the nomination(s) to vphockey@ehpenguins.org & vpadmin@ehpenguins.org
• Provide a detailed description of the nominee's contributions and why they deserve to be recognized.
• Submit the nomination(s) by April 17th.

We encourage everyone to take a moment to recognize the incredible efforts of our volunteers. Their hard work and dedication are the backbone of our association, and this award is a small token of our appreciation.  Thank you for helping us celebrate the heroes of our hockey community! 

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