Seeking Expression of Interest for Director Positions and Division Coordinators

With our 2026-2027 SMHA Executive now in place, we are putting a call out for interest in our SMHA Board of Director positions. The Board oversees the day-to-day operations of the Association. It consists of the Executive plus the named Director positions listed below. The Director positions are one-year appointments and are made or renewed every season. Selections are based on a vote among the SMHA Executive, as well as interviews, if needed. It is in the spirit of the by-laws to post all Director positions, and welcome expressions of interest from both new and returning Board of Director candidates.  

Directors must be in good standing with SMHA and must have one year of volunteer experience with either SMHA or another Minor Hockey association. All Directors must have a current Criminal Record Check as per the process provided by SMHA. As we have voted in three new positions at the AGM, the Board of Director position descriptions are currently being reviewed by our Executive and will be added to the website and linked here as soon as possible. 

Please email Natalie Lafleche at secretary@flyershockey.ca to express your interest in any of the positions listed below. Please include a short message confirming that you meet the requirements, and why you think you would be suitable for the role.

Submission Deadline: 11:59pm, Friday, June 26^th, 2026. The executive will vote and appoint each Board Position. If necessary, interviews will be held in early July (dates to be confirmed); however, a virtual option will be available.

• Director of Policy 
• Director of Finance (Preferably has a professional accounting certification)
• Director of Registration
• Director of Equipment
• Director of Communication
• Referee-in-Chief 
• Central Minor Hockey League (CMHL) Coordinator
• Metro Minor Hockey League (MMHL) Coordinator
• Director of Tournaments
• Safety Coordinator
• Ice Scheduler
• Webmaster
• Ombudsman
• Director of Goaltending

We are excited to introduce the Director of Goaltending, a new position added to the Board of Directors following approval at the AGM on June 7, 2026.

We are proud to add this role as part of our ongoing commitment to player development, ensuring our goaltenders have access to specialized training, mentorship, and resources that will help them grow, build confidence, and reach their full potential both on and off the ice.

The Director of Goaltending for the Sackville Minor Hockey Association is responsible for leading and supporting the development of goaltenders across all age divisions within the association. This role focuses on creating and implementing a structured goalie development program, organizing and delivering goalie-specific training sessions, and providing guidance and resources to coaches on how to effectively work with goaltenders during team practices. The Director also assists with goalie evaluations and player assessments, mentors young goaltenders, and works collaboratively with the association’s development staff, coaches, and leadership to ensure goalies receive consistent, age-appropriate instruction and opportunities to improve their technical, tactical, and mental skills in a positive and supportive environment.

We look forward to implenting this new role for our 2026/2027 season! 

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In addition, we are seeking Expressions of Interest for 2026-2027 Division Coordinators.

The Division Coordinators support communications between the Executive, Coaching/Bench staff, and SMHA Players/Families. The Division Coordinators report to their respective Vice President (VP Competitive, VP Recreation, VP U9, or VP U7) and assist in all operational functions related to their division, fostering a positive hockey experience for all SMHA players and families.

As with the Board of Director positions, please email Natalie Lafleche at secretary@flyershockey.ca to express your interest. Please include a short message confirming that you meet the requirements, what level you are willing to help with and why you think you would be suitable for the role.

Submission Deadline: 11:59pm, Friday, July 3^rd, 2026

• U5/U7 Division Coordinator
• U9 Division Coordinator
• U11 Recreation Division Coordinator
• U11 Competitive Division Coordinator
• U13 Recreation Division Coordinator
• U13 Competitive Division Coordinator
• U15 Recreation Division Coordinator
• U15 Competitive Division Coordinator
• U18 Recreation Division Coordinator
• U18 Competitive Division Coordinator

Please note: if you are currently in one of these roles noted above, we must receive your expression of interest by the deadline to be considered for the position for the upcoming season.