The Northern Ontario Hockey Association (NOHA) Board of Directors has approved comprehensive new policies for managing discrimination penalties and addressing discrimination allegations that fall outside the jurisdiction of on-ice officials.
Key Policy Changes
Discrimination Penalties
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Standardized penalty structure for discrimination-related violations during games and hockey activities
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Clear escalation procedures for repeated offenses
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Mandatory reporting requirements for all participants, including players, coaches, officials, and volunteers
Non-Official Discrimination Allegations
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Established independent review process for allegations not witnessed or addressed by on-ice officials
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Designated complaint intake procedures with confidentiality protections
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Timely investigation protocols with defined resolution timelines
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Appeals process for disciplinary decisions
Implementation
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All registered participants are required to familiarize themselves with the complete policy documents
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Training sessions will be scheduled for coaches, team officials, and association administrators
Questions regarding these policies should be directed to the NOHA office at [email protected].
Zero tolerance for discrimination ensures a safe, inclusive hockey environment for all NOHA participants across Northern Ontario.