The following amendments have been approved by HPMHA and are now in effect:
3.0 Definition of “Unacceptable Behavior”
(h) “Cyberbullying” involving the use of information and communication technologies, such as text messaging, instant messaging, chat rooms, email, video, photos, and websites, etc., to support deliberate, repeated, and/or hostile behaviour by an individual or group, that is intended to harm or defame the character or reputation of another player, team, executive, or other member.
In the event of a more serious incident, suspension shall be immediate and indefinite, until such time as a thorough investigation has been completed.
4.0 Complaint Handling Procedure
4.1 Implementation Trigger
Minor incidents should be corrected promptly and informally, taking a constructive approach and with the goal of bringing about a change in negative attitudes and behaviour.
More serious incidents shall be dealt with according to the HPMHA guidelines. Complaints shall be handled in a timely, sensitive, responsible and confidential manner. There should be no tolerance or reprisals taken against any party to a complaint. The names of parties and the circumstances of the complaint should be kept confidential except where disclosure is necessary for the purposes of investigation or taking disciplinary measures.
Anyone making a complaint which is found to be clearly unfounded, false, malicious or frivoulous may be subject to discipline.
If it is evident that the unacceptable behaviour may be a criminal issue, e.g. threatening, statements, extortion, physical assault, etc., HPMHA shall report the incident directly to the appropriate authority.
Appendix I - Discipline Guidelines
Suspensions handed down by those individuals in authority shall be in effect upon notification, either verbal or written, until such time as the suspension(s) has been served or reviewed through the appeal process.
(The complete text of the HPMHA Conduct Management Manual "Positive Participation Program" can be found HERE
Congratulations to Zone 1 Champs - True Value Thrashers (Atom A) and the APEX Devils (Atom Girls) Teams! Good luck at Provincials and represent our zone and HPMHA well!
The High Prairie Victim Services Unit is seeking donations of hockey equipment for youth at risk in our community. The Cops & Kids Program is starting up a mentorship program to create relationships between the local RCMP Detachment and youth. Their focus is to create positive relationships and reduce crime.
Please drop off your donations at the RCMP Detachment.
For further information contact Darlene Dube at 780-523-3490