In Canada, what organization is the official national Governing Body of the sport of ball hockey? 
The Canadian Ball Hockey Association is the sanctioned Governing Body of the sport of ball hockey in Canada. The CBHA has been recognized as the Canadian member association of the International Street and Ball Hockey Federation since 1993.
The Canadian Ball Hockey Association has been an Associate Member of Hockey Canada since 2000.
Our partnerships are testiment that we are organization invested in professional governance and ethical conduct.FA

Who are the current members of the Canadian Ball Hockey Association (CBHA)? 
The following Provincial Ball Hockey Organizations are members of the Canadian Ball Hockey Association: BC- BC Ball Hockey Association and West Coast Minor Ball Hockey Association; AB- Wild Rose Ball Hockey Association and Alberta Minor Ball Hockey Association; SK- Saskatchewan Ball Hockey Association; MB- Manitoba Ball Hockey Association; ON- Ontario Ball Hockey Federation; QC- Quebec Ball Hockey Association; NB- New Brunswick Ball Hockey Association; NL- Newfoundland and Labrador Ball Hockey Association. Visit the CBHA website to see the August 20, 2012 letter signed by all Provincial Association Presidents confirming this membership status. All CBHA Members have paid their 2012 membership fees in full. 

How are Canadian Ball Hockey Association (CBHA) Board Members Elected? 
Board member nominations come from Provincial members and are voted in during the Canadian Ball Hockey Association Annual General Meeting. 
• Provincial members can have up to 3 votes - one for minors, one for women and one for men as long as they have a minimum of 50 players registered in each category. 
• Board members no longer have voting rights. All decisions are voted on by the membership. 
• Canadian Ball Hockey Association staff can no longer hold Board positions. 

Why did the Canadian Ball Hockey Association (CBHA) terminate the Ontario Ball Hockey Association’s membership? 
• The Ontario Ball Hockey Association failed to pay outstanding monies owed to the Canadian Ball Hockey Association for membership fees and supplies. These amounts were collected from their members in good faith but never remitted to the Canadian Ball Hockey Association. These fees, in excess of $25,000, remain unpaid.
• The decision to terminate the Ontario Ball Hockey Association membership did not happen overnight. Discussions between the organizations began in November 2011. A Governance Committee composed of provincial representatives was formed in March 2012 to review the Canadian Ball Hockey Constitution and Bylaws and bring forward recommendations during the Canadian Ball Hockey Association Annual General Meeting (August 11-12, 2012 in Edmonton). The Ontario Ball Hockey Association representative on the Governance Committee was Tim Garratt. Mauro Cugini, Ontario Ball Hockey Association President, elected not to sit on this Committee. Although the Ontario Ball Hockey Association was given these opportunities to openly discuss their issues with the other provinces they chose their own path, leaving the Canadian Ball Hockey Association no other choice but to terminate their membership and pursue new relationships with organizations in Ontario. 

What organization does the Canadian Ball Hockey Association (CBHA) recognize in Ontario? 
The Canadian Ball Hockey Association recognizes the Ontario Ball Hockey Federation (OBHF) in Ontario. For more information on how to join go to: http://ontarioballhockeyfederation.ca/ 

What is the National Ball Hockey Association of Canada? 
The National Ball Hockey Association of Canada is a new organization developed by the Ontario Ball Hockey Association. The organization is housed at the same address as the Ontario Ball Hockey Association at 56 Pennsylvania Avenue in Concord, Ontario. No provincial ball hockey associations are members of the National Ball Hockey Association (visit the CBHA website for the letter signed by provincial Presidents confirming this is true). The National Ball Hockey Association is not recognized by Hockey Canada (visit the Hockey Canada site directly for proof of this- http://www.hockeycanada.ca/index.php/ci_id/6756/la_id/1.htm). The National Ball Hockey Association of Canada is not recognized by the International Street and Ball Hockey Federation.

What is the World Ball Hockey Federation? 
The World Ball Hockey Federation is a new organization developed by the Ontario Ball Hockey Association. The organization is housed at the same address as the Ontario Ball Hockey Association and National Ball Hockey Association of Canada at 56 Pennsylvania Avenue in Concord, Ontario. The World Ball Hockey Federation is NOT the International Street and Ball Hockey Federation (ISBHF). The International Street and Ball Hockey Federation is the recognized international governing body for ball hockey, not the World Ball Hockey Federation. The International Street and Ball Hockey Federation has 41 member countries as can be seen at: http://www.isbhf.com/en/about-isbhf-w5/members-w14/ 

Is the World Ball Hockey Federation planning to host a World Championships? 
Yes. The World Ball Hockey Federation is planning to host a World Ball Hockey Championships

What should you do if you are contacted to play for Team Canada? 
If you are contacted by any other individual about playing for or trying out for Team Canada this is not the official CBHA Team Canada we recommend all players ask for documented proof of the event and parties involved before outlaying funds to attend or trying out. 

Is the future existence of the Canadian Ball Hockey Association (CBHA) in jeopardy? 
Not in the least! The Canadian Ball Hockey Association (CBHA) surpassed expected 2015 membership revenues thanks to growth in many provinces and was either on budget or under budget on all items ensuring a healthy bottom-line.

Is the Canadian Ball Hockey Association’s Associate Member status with Hockey Canada being reviewed? 
Not even close - we are working closer together than ever before. The Canadian Ball Hockey Association has an excellent relationship with Hockey Canada. In 2015, the CBHA presented a "state-of-the-nation" address to the Hockey Canada Board with rave reviews. 


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