Coaches

2025-2026 OWHA 

Coaching Requirements

Please refer to the following links on the OWHA Website for specific requirements and process around becoming a coach:

BECOMING A COACH

Police Records Check (PRC) - Work with the Vulnerable Sector (Mandatory).  

The OGHA requires that all head coaches, assistant coaches, trainers, managers, den mothers (and others as recommended) be subject to a Police Record Check for Work with the Vulnerable Sector. 

City of Ottawa/Gatineau residents requiring a Vulnerable Sector Check and more information can visit the Ottawa Police Service website and online application portal.

The volunteer letter to be attached to the OPS online application can be downloaded here.

Uploading VSC into Ontario Screening Portal

Follow the instruction found here to upload your VSC into the portal.

Creating an HCR Number for New Members

All coaches and team staff are required to register in the RAMP registration system. You will need to create an HCR number if you are a new member. The following document provides details on how to create this number and link it into the RAMP system.