As the first half of the NRL season is officially complete, lets take a look at where teams stand heading into the holiday break. Please note, these are unofficial standings as some teams have played more games than others at this point in the schedule. In the West, the Edmonton WAM! Leads with seven wins…
OTTAWA, ON (June 22, 2021) – Ringette Canada is delighted to announce that Ringette Calgary, in partnership with Tourism Calgary, will host the next Canadian Ringette Championships (CRC) from April 3-9, 2022. “We are so excited to make this announcement,” said Natasha Johnston, Executive Director of Ringette Canada. “Having the CRC confirmed for Calgary next…
Based on the unanimous recommendation of an expert panel, Ringette Canada’s Board of Directors has updated the Transgender Inclusion Policy to address gaps that excluded players who identify as transgender male or non-binary. In some provinces there are no existing programs for participants who identify as male or as non-binary (i.e., someone who does not…
It’s been 20 years, but the first phase of an exciting new project has brought ringette back to the Northwest Territories and set the stage for further growth in Canada’s North. A partnership between Ringette Canada, the Government of Canada, and Dehcho Physical Literacy delivered hands-on clinics in four communities across the NWT in…
Ringette Canada today announced that it has inducted the 2019 Junior National Team into its Hall of Fame in the team category. The Ringette Canada Hall of Fame recognizes the outstanding contributions to the development of the sport of ringette and the outstanding achievements of ringette athletes, coaches, officials and administrators across Canada. “It is…
After a nearly 20-year hiatus, ringette is returning to the Northwest Territories. Participants living in eight northern communities will once again have the opportunity to discover the sport thanks to a new Ringette Canada initiative funded by the Government of Canada. In partnership with Dehcho Physical Literacy, the program will offer year-round opportunities through Gym…
A Tribute to a Cherished Friend Alayne Martell We find ourselves in a place of profound sadness as we struggle with the news of Alayne’s passing. A tenacious champion for our sport, she devoted 22 years of her professional life to what she saw as more of a calling than a job. Creative, reliable, and…
From the Executive Director Please join me in welcoming two new members to the Ringette Canada Board of Directors: Ann MacTaggart and Debbie Frail. Ann brings impeccable business credentials and an impressive resume, with 25 years of experience in finance, management and leadership. She also knows sport, having served as President of Ringette Alberta as well…
OTTAWA, ON (October 22, 2020) – With the release today of its 2019-2020 Annual Report, Ringette Canada is confirming significant, tangible progress on all of its strategic priorities. “Obviously, COVID-19 has been a monumental test of patience and resilience, but this report reminds us of the solid foundation we’ve built in our sport – a…
It’s been a year like no other. And all signs point to more weeks and months of continued disruption, uncertainty and anxiety caused by the coronavirus pandemic. Just about every aspect of our lives has changed, including access to the sport that we all miss so much. There’s been a tremendous amount of work done…
This message is for the small minority who are choosing to ignore public health guidelines and provincial #ReturntoRingette plans. We all recognize that it’s been many agonizing months since Ringette Canada suspended all sanctioned ringette activities due to the COVID-19 pandemic. With that suspension now lifted, and as public health officials are loosening some restrictions…
Ottawa, Ontario – July 9, 2020 – Ringette Canada today announced the selection of its 2021 National Team coaches. Sherwood Park’s Lorrie Horne will lead Canada’s senior national team as head coach while Cap-Pelé’s Mark Beal will take on the role of head coach of our junior national team. Lorrie Horne is no stranger to…
Effective July 8, 2020, the Ringette Canada Board of Directors has lifted the suspension imposed on March 13, 2020 that halted all sanctioned ringette activities due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Lifting the suspension does not mean that we can immediately resume ringette activities. That will only happen when we receive authorization from provincial and…