What is the Indigenous Female Hockey Jamboree?

The Indigenous Female Hockey Jamboree is a weekend of hockey, community, and culture for Indigenous female players across BC. This event brings players together in a fun, competitive, and supportive environment with multiple games, skill development opportunities, and cultural connections.

Unlike a traditional tournament, a jamboree focuses on game play, development, and fostering a sense of belonging. Whether you are a seasoned player or new to the game, this event is for you!

Each team will have two games on each of the two days.

Who Can Participate?

• Indigenous female hockey players from BC and Yukon and beyond who are currently registered with Hockey Canada
• U11/U13 & U15/U18 divisions
• Players of all skill levels are welcome!

What’s Included?

Multiple hockey games over the weekend
Hockey Jersey
Cultural activities and community gathering
Lunch
Referee clinics for new and returning officials
Aborignal Coaching Module

How to Register for the Jamboree

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER for the Jamboree

Players will register through TeamSnap. If you need assistance, please reach out. indigenous-liaison@vfiha.com

BC Hockey Indigenous Officiating Clinics

Interested in becoming a hockey official or currently are one? The jamboree will include BC Hockey Indigenous Officiating Clinics for new and returning refs.  All genders are welcome to register. The minimum age is 11 years old as of December 31st, 2025 (adults are welcome!).  The new refs' clinic will be held on Thursday, August 28th and Friday August 29th.  The returning refs clinic will be held on Friday, August 29th.  On-ice training will be provided each day for all the clinics.   During your registration process for the clinic, select the box "Send me information on certifying as a new/returning referee at the Jamboree" and we will keep you informed of what's involved in becoming a ref or re-certifying for the new season.  For general information on becoming a ref see How to Become a Referee

New Refs Clinic - BC Hockey Registration Links

Please note that this clinic is specifically for Indigenous (First Nations, Métis and Inuit) new refs of any gender and from age 12 (as of December 31, 2025) and older. BC Hockey has waived the registration fee to encourage more Indigenous youth and adults to become refs.

You must complete the Pre-requisite NEW Officials - HCOP Intro [online course] before being able to register https://page.spordle.com/bch/clinics/1f01baf5-3214-605c-ba0c-06ee120d0117

If you are 11 years old as of December 31, 2025, please email ref@vfiha.com to register.

If you are 12-15 years old, please register with the following link to become a Level 1 Official::  https://page.spordle.com/bch/clinics/1f07869f-a4ca-6044-bae5-02338d534395

If you are 16 years old or older, please register with the following link to become a Level 2 Official:  https://page.spordle.com/bch/clinics/1f0786ac-679d-6ab0-b558-02338d534395

If you are 18 years old or older, you need to submit a Criminal Record Check (at no cost): https://www.bchockey.net/member-info/applications/criminal-record-check .  Please advise clinics@bchockey.net that you have submitted your CRC and that you want to register for the clinic #2025001473 NEW Level 2 - Indigenous Heritage Officials.  You can also call them on 1- 250-652-2978.

Returning Refs Clinic - BC Hockey Registration Links

Please note that this clinic is specifically for Indigenous (First Nations, Métis and Inuit) returning refs of any gender and from age 12 (as of December 31, 2025) and older. BC Hockey has waived the registration fee to encourage the retention of the BC Hockey Indigenous youth and adult officials.

Level 1 Returning Refs (12-15 years old)

Before registering for the clinic, you must complete the ONLINE Pre-Requisite - Level 1 Re-Certification https://page.spordle.com/bch/clinics/1f06be66-478f-6386-9734-02338d534395

This is the link to register for the clinic if you are a returning Level 1 official: https://page.spordle.com/bch/clinics/1f078656-0487-618e-b348-068b95867d1f

Level 2 Returning Refs (16 years old and older)

Before registering for the clinic, you must complete the ONLINE Pre-Requisite - Level 2 Re-Certification https://page.spordle.com/bch/clinics/1f06bebc-ad3d-6060-a9d3-02338d534395

This is the link to register for the clinic if you will be a returning Level 2 official (at least 16 years old):

https://page.spordle.com/bch/clinics/1f078664-01fb-6b3c-bd5a-0207247345f5

Level 3 Returning Refs:  https://page.spordle.com/bch/clinics/1f078666-55d0-62c4-9e17-02338d534395

If you are 18 years old or older, please check your Spordle Account (https://account.spordle.com/login ) to see if your Criminal Record Check is current.  If it isn’t current, submit a CRC (at no cost): https://www.bchockey.net/member-info/applications/criminal-record-check .  Please advise clinics@bchockey.net that you have submitted your CRC and that you want to register the clinic.  You can also call them on 1- 250-652-2978.

Aboriginal Coaching Module

We will be hosting an I-SPARC Aboriginal Coaching Module on Saturday, August 23rd at the Hillcrest Community Centre (Room 322) from 9:00AM to 4:45PM.

It is a national Coaching Certification Program (NCCP) course and is beneficial for all coaches that coach Aboriginal athletes. The featured modules include:

• Holistic approaches to coaching
• Dealing with racism in sport
• Health, lifestyle and nutrition

Information on the ACM can be found here  Aboriginal Coaching Module (ACM Course)

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER for the ACM

Please email indigenous-liaison@vfiha.com if you are interested in attending.

Schedule

The schedule below is current as of August 20, 2025 and is subject to change.  Two additional workshop times have been added to the afternoon of Saturday, August 30.

Jamboree - All Programs Schedule - 2025-08-20.xlsx

Jamboree - All Programs Schedule - 2025-08-20.pdf

Sponsors

This event is proudly supported by the Canucks for Kids Fund, City of Vancouver and Vancouver Park Board, BC Hockey, I·SPARC (Indigenous Sport, Physical Activity & Recreation Council) and Susila Dharma Canada.

Questions? Email: indigenous-liaison@vfiha.com