Aug 16, 2025 | Michelle O'Brien | 9 views
Respect in Sport for Parents
As a condition of participation in minor hockey, the OMHA/OWHA has mandated that parents of players registered are required to take the Respect In Sport (RIS) Parent Program.
Respect in Sport is informative on-line training program for parents of active children. It is designed to reinforce the role of a parent in activities of young athletes. It is an opportunity to create greater awareness about our roles within sport for our children and remind us all of what is truly important about sport and children.
This program is focused on ensuring the safety of our children, encouraging positive and effective communication and how to enhance a child's fun and camaraderie.
Certification is a mandatory requirement whether your child participates in a Representative, House League or Local League program. At least one parent or guardian of each player registered in minor hockey in the OMHA is required to complete the Respect in Sport – Parent Program as a condition of participation. In other words, if at least one parent does not complete the course your child/children will be ineligible to play hockey until such time as the course has been successfully completed.
Please CLICK HERE for the Step-by-step instructions for parents to get certified.
And for the certification link as well as all other info, please CLICK HERE.