Surrey Minor Hockey Association organizes players from the ages 4 - 20 to play hockey for the
sport of it. The association draws its players from an area that encompasses the north west part
of the City of Surrey in the Province of British Columbia, Canada. In the 2006 - 2007 season,
we have 1014 players playing on 64 teams. We are one of the largest minor hockey associations
in British Columbia. Our home games are primarily played at the North Surrey Recreation Centre
and Newton Recreation Centre.
SMHA players get selected in WHL Bantam draft 
Surrey Minor Hockey Association had a couple of their own selected in the recent WHL Bantam
draft. They were both selected in the 9th round of the draft. Jordan Liem went 194th overall
and Mak Braden went 198th overall. Congratulations to the both of them.
Rep tryout dates now posted
The rep tryout dates for the 2008-09 season are now posted on the
upcoming events page. These are the current planned dates for
these sessions.
SMHA looses a valued member
Hardip Mann has been a member of Surrey Minor Hockey for the past 10 years. He has had his
children involved in various sports. Besides hockey, his children have played lacrosse, soccer
and rugby. Hardip always stepped up to the plate and volunteered his services in the sports in
which his children participated. Over the past few years he has been heavily involved in
administrating and coaching soccer. Prior to his soccer commitments he managed some of the
Surrey Minor teams that his son Inderjit played on.
Hardip was always
respectful and supportive of all the hardworking volunteers of the association, both at the
team and the executive levels. The biggest part of what Hardip contributed as a hockey parent
was the positive atmosphere he brought to the rink. He was the epitome of the ideal hockey
parent, always seeing the good in every situation, while promoting goodwill amongst the
parents and players. He was well liked not only by the parents and players in our association
but the associations that Surrey played against. Almost in any rink that Hardip visited there
were parents and players from the other teams who knew him and ran to greet him. He made
visiting the cold rinks a warm experience. There has been an outpouring of support from
members not only from our association but also all our neighbouring associations.
His upbeat jovial attitude will surely be missed by all he touched.
Returning Players to register on line
Returning players for the 2008 - 2009 season will be required to register on line this year. Refer to
the Returning Player registration information to find out how easy it is. Note: Any players registering for the first time or those that are transferring to SMHA for the upcoming season must contact the registrar for proper registration procedures.
Rep Coach Applications for 2008-2009 Season
Surrey Minor Hockey Association will be accepting applications to coach rep teams in the
2008-2009 Season up until April 6, 2008. Please complete the
coach application form and send it to the Surrey MHA
Rep Coach Selection Committee at the association by that date.
New Refund Policy
A new refund policy is now in place. It states the conditions for refunds and that the only
method to get a refund is to submit a completed Request for Refund form to the Registrar. No other
method will be considered for a refund. The
policy and form are available on the
web site under forms and documents.
Updated Goaltender Equipment Size Regulations
Hockey Canada has updated the size regulations for goaltender equipment for the 2008 - 2009
season. For the specifics on the size limitations, refer to the
Hockey Canada bulletin.
Children's Fitness Tax Credit
The Children's Fitness Tax Credit came into effect on January 1, 2007. It only applies to children
ages 16 and under.
Receipts will be issued for income tax purposes for amounts paid in 2007 only and therefore
will be applicable starting with registration fees paid for the 2007-2008 season. Amounts paid
in 2006 do not qualify even if all or part of the activity takes place in 2007.
For more information please see this web site:
http://www.cra-arc.gc.ca/fitness/
Official SMHA clothing available
The official supplier for SMHA clothing has put together a
brochure of clothing available and
ordering instructions. Check out the styles available for ordering.
50/50 Gaming Licensing Application Procedure
Remember to get your gaming license prior to holding any team 50/50 draws. To make it easier,
we have compiled a set of instructions on how to
apply for your gaming license for your 50/50 draws.
Do you have questions on registering your player for the first time?
We have gathered a list of questions and answers
on the registration process for new players.
We Wish To Thank the Sponsors Of
Surrey Minor Hockey Association
Please support
7093 King George Hwy.
Surrey, B.C.
In the Newton Square Mall
Phone: 604-590-3230
Open 7 Days a Week
"Discover the difference"
Surrey Minor Hockey Association thanks the Province of British Columbia for the financial assistance
they receive through gaming funds.
"Far Better To Build A Boy Than To Mend A Man"
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