🏒 Ottawa Hockey Referees Wanted – Adult League in Kanata (Saturday Nights) 🏒
- Richard Kirby
- 15 hours ago
- 2 min read
Are you a certified or experienced hockey referee in Ottawa looking for additional games in a fun, structured, and supportive environment?
The Ottawa West Beginners Hockey League (OWBHL) is currently seeking referees to join our growing adult recreational hockey program in the Kanata area of Ottawa.
If you’re searching for:
Ottawa hockey referee opportunities
Weekend referee jobs in Ottawa
Adult hockey officiating in Kanata
Non-contact hockey leagues needing referees
A positive, development-focused adult hockey environment
We’d love to connect.
🌟 About OWBHL – Adult Hockey in Ottawa
OWBHL is a non-contact, co-ed adult hockey league designed for beginner to low-intermediate players in Ottawa’s west end.
We operate primarily on Saturday nights in Kanata, offering:
Weekly adult hockey games
Skill development practices
Power skating sessions
A strong and growing women’s hockey group
A structured and zero-tolerance environment
This is recreational adult hockey — organized, controlled, and focused on development rather than competition.
🧑⚖️ Referee Opportunities in Ottawa
We are actively looking for:
Certified/Experienced hockey referees in Ottawa
Male and female referees
Officials seeking extra weekend games
Referees who prefer a non-contact adult league
Officials wanting to gain experience in a supportive setting
Our league administration attends games and practices to help ensure structure and consistency. Referees are not left managing difficult environments alone.
We pay competitive and reasonable referee rates and are looking for longer-term officials who want consistent ice time.
💙 A Positive Environment for Referees
Unlike many competitive adult leagues, OWBHL offers:
Controlled pace (beginner to low-intermediate)
Zero-tolerance for aggressive behaviour
Respect for referees and officials
League oversight at all sessions
A strong community culture
Our referees are part of the organization. Many stay after games, socialize with players, and become part of the broader Ottawa adult hockey community.
If you are looking for an adult hockey referee role in Ottawa where you feel respected and appreciated — this is a great fit.
📈 Referee Development & Training in Ottawa
We believe in development — for both players and officials.
OWBHL supports:
Referees gaining experience in a structured adult environment
Skill-building for newer officials
Mentorship-style growth within recreational hockey
Female referee participation and growth
We are also exploring the development of an adult recreational referee training pathway for league players interested in learning how to officiate within a supportive setting.
If you’re looking to grow as a referee in Ottawa without the pressure of high-level competitive leagues, this environment is ideal.
🏒 The OWBHL Vibe
Fun.Structured.Respectful.Community-driven.Supportive of women in hockey.Development-focused.
This is one of Ottawa’s most welcoming adult hockey environments — and we’re building it the right way.
📩 Interested in Refereeing Adult Hockey in Ottawa?
If you are a hockey referee in Ottawa or Kanata looking for weekend games, extra ice time, or a positive recreational league experience, we would love to hear from you.
Join a league where referees are valued, supported, and paid fairly. (owbhokey@gmail.com)
Let’s continue growing adult hockey in Ottawa — the right way. 🏒💙🔥
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