What kind of helmet does my child need?
Rule- Canada
- Speed Skating Canada
- Short track
- Ages 6-13
- 2026-27
- Parents
- Red Book July 2026
A helmet must be worn for all on-ice activities and be securely fastened under the chin at all times. A skate blade should not be able to penetrate any ventilation holes in the helmet.
- Learn to Skate and Learn to Speed Skate programs, and training for Club Skaters (ages 6 to 10): the helmet must be ASTM F 1849 certified or CSA approved. For the CSA option, only hockey, snowboard/ski or skateboarding helmets qualify.
- All other competitions and activities: the helmet must be ASTM F 1849 certified.
Source: SSC Procedures and Regulations (Red Book), updated July 16, 2026, D3-100 (Head Protection).
Added 25 Oct 2026