Ringette Ontario has replaced the existing guidance on team formation. The new policies will be in use for the 2026-2027 season. Some major changes have taken place such as the removal of the "Closest-Association Matrix" and banning of underage players (except for instances of team viability, which must be approved by Ringette Ontario). You can find the full policy document below.
Some important dates:
February 23 - Player Intent Form Opens
March 16 - Player Intent Form Closes
March 23 - Willing to Host Forms Due
April 7 - Deadline for AA and A Teams to be Allocated to Clubs
April 13 - Tryout Schedules Due
April 24-May 8 - AA Tryout Window
May 11 - AA Rosters Due
May 15-May 29 - A Tryout Window
June 1 - A Rosters Due
September 1 - B/C Sort-Outs Begin