Following up on previous news of the OHFs "Open Borders" policy for the 2025/26:
The SMHA Board of
Directors have agreed to guidelines as to how we will proceed with
accepting non-resident players (NRPs) for the 2025-26 season. Although the OHF
has passed an "open borders" policy for minor hockey in Ontario, it
remains important that SMHA balances the development of local players with
competitiveness and when applicable, the possibility of adding additional
playing opportunities (BB Teams).
As presented and passed SMHA will allow the following standard
number of Non-Resident players to participate for both AA/A and BB programs:
U10 – U13: Up to 3 Players*
U14 – U15: Up to 4 Players*
U16: Up to 5 Players*
*SMHA does reserve
the right the allow more NRPs on a case by case basis which must be approved by
a player selection sub-committee as well as passed by SMHA board vote.
Please visit the following links to learn more:
OHF
Announcement
OHF Player Movement FAQs