New Brunswick Hockey Officials Association

Our association represents all Hockey Canada certified officials within the province of New Brunswick. We facilitate the training, certification and oversight of all officiated games under Hockey New Brunswick.

2025 - 2026 Clinics Now CLOSED

Check back next August 2026 for information about the 2026 – 2027 season.

New Officials

Are you just starting out as an official or looking to get certified? Everything you need to know is right here.

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Returning Officials

If you are returning for another season, find resources here.

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Make Sure You're Ready For The Season

Make Sure Your Background and Vulnerable Sector Check Is Up To Date

Reminder that Neck Guards Are Required

Find Your Zone Information

Hockey Canada Non-Sanctioned League Policy

Hockey Canada Non-Sanctioned League Policy Please be aware that this updated is shared directly...

Game Incident Reports

Make sure you are submitting your Game Incident Reports following the proper procedure and timeframe!

Please note the addition of sending a TEXT to your Zone/local incident coordinator immediately after the game.

Review The Procedure

NBHOA Clinics & Events

On this calendar you will find clinics and events for all NBHOA zones. Click on the clinic or event that interests you to find the link for registration or more information. In-Person New Official Clinics are in Red and Recertification are in Blue.

Events in December 2025

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Rule of the Week Videos

Sean Tobin is a senior Hockey Canada official for the past 34 years. He is a member of the Hockey Canada Officiating Program Management Group and is the National Lead responsible for Officiating Coaching for Hockey Canada. He has served as an Official, Referee-in-Chief, Officiating Coach, and Officiating Mentor in various branches of Hockey Canada from Newfoundland and Labrador to British Columbia. Sean is also part of Hockey Canada's Master Officiating Development Program.

The Rule of the Week Youtube channel is for officials, coaches, and players who want to learn more about the rules of the game. Each week, Sean talks about a specific rule or situation in the Hockey Canada Rulebook. He breaks down the rule and explains how it should be applied in a game situation, often with video examples.

Rule of the Week: Game Ejection / Game Misconduct Error (S5E11)

Sean is talking about how to handle a situation when a player has received a game ejection or game misconduct penalty but due to a referee error is still in the game. If you have a rule or situation question and you want to get the official interpretation or answer,...

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Rule of the Week: Injured Player (S5E10)

Sean is talking about how to handle a situation when an official notices an injured player on the ice during play. Should they blow the whistle immediately or wait? If you have a rule or situation question and you want to get the official interpretation or answer,...

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Rule of the Week: What’s the Call? (S5E9)

Sean presents a video and you get to decide the correct call. Sean gives his version. Is he right? Is he wrong? Let us know.If you have a rule or situation question and you want to get the official interpretation or answer, reach out to [email protected]

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Rule of the Week: Misconduct Penalty Scenario (S5E8)

How would you handle a situation when a player is assessed a misconduct penalty while they are already serving a minor penalty?If you have a rule or situation question and you want to get the official interpretation or answer, reach out to [email protected]

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Rule of the Week: Game Ejections (S5E7)

What penalties qualify for a game ejection?If you have a rule or situation question and you want to get the official interpretation or answer, reach out to [email protected]

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Rule of the Week: One Stick Throw, Three Outcomes (S5E6)

What do you do if a goaltender is leaving the ice for an extra attacker and throws their stick at an opposing player on a breakaway? This week Sean goes through each of the scenarios and shows you how each one has a different outcome.

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Rule of the Week: Two Penalty Shots Scenario (S5E5)

This week Sean talks about how to handle a situation where an official observes two infractions that call for two penalty shots during the same stoppage of play against the same team. How do you handle that?

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Rule of the Week: On-Ice Presence (S5E4)

This week Sean talks about the importance of effective on-ice presence for officials.

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Rule of the Week: Cross-Checking (S5E3)

This week Sean talks about Cross-Checking penalties and uses video examples to highlight the difference between a Minor, Major + GM, and Match for cross-checking. Please note that in the first video for cross-checking (minor penalty), some have pointed out that the...

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Rule of the Week: Possession and Control (S5E2)

This week Sean talks about "Possession and Control" and why it matters on delayed penalty calls.

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Follow The Hockey Canada Officiating Pathway

All certified Hockey Canada officials follow the pathway that helps them progress through certification levels through evaluations and mentorship.

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Looking To Improve Your Skills?

Officiating, just like playing hockey, takes practice, coaching and dedication. If you’re looking for more ways to improve your game, check out our development resources.

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New Brunswick Hockey Officials Association

2025 - 2026 Clinics Now CLOSED

New Officials

Returning Officials

Make Sure You're Ready For The Season

Make Sure Your Background and Vulnerable Sector Check Is Up To Date

Reminder that Neck Guards Are Required

Find Your Zone Information

Hockey Canada Non-Sanctioned League Policy

Game Incident Reports

NBHOA Clinics & Events

Events in December 2025

Rule of the Week Videos

Rule of the Week: Game Ejection / Game Misconduct Error (S5E11)

Rule of the Week: Injured Player (S5E10)

Rule of the Week: What’s the Call? (S5E9)

Rule of the Week: Misconduct Penalty Scenario (S5E8)

Rule of the Week: Game Ejections (S5E7)

Rule of the Week: One Stick Throw, Three Outcomes (S5E6)

Rule of the Week: Two Penalty Shots Scenario (S5E5)

Rule of the Week: On-Ice Presence (S5E4)

Rule of the Week: Cross-Checking (S5E3)

Rule of the Week: Possession and Control (S5E2)

Follow The Hockey Canada Officiating Pathway

NBHOA Zones

General Resources

Goalline & Hockey Canada Registry Account Help

Looking To Improve Your Skills?

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