What do I need to be a Skate Canada coach in good standing?
Rule- Canada
- Skate Canada
- Coaching
- NCCP
- Coach membership
- Coach accreditation
- 2026-27
- Coaches
A Skate Canada coach provides a remunerated service at sanctioned clubs or schools and holds the required National Coaching Certification Program (NCCP) qualifications. To be in good standing you must:
- Be registered for the current registration year (September 1 to August 31), with registration fees and insurance premiums paid in full.
- Hold an NCCP status with Skate Canada (CanSkate In-Training or higher, or CanPowerSkate Coach).
- Hold a current first aid certificate.
- Pass a criminal record screening through BackCheck showing "Clear".
- Complete the Code of Ethics eLearning module.
- Complete Respect in Sport Activity Leader Training.
Good standing gives you the right to use the Skate Canada logo in professional materials, coach on Skate Canada ice, and coach at Skate Canada sanctioned competitions (subject to the Coach Accreditation Policy).
Source: Skate Canada Coach Membership Policy (last updated 17 July 2024) and Professional Coach Membership Procedure.
Added 25 Oct 2026