The Edmonton Oilers Community Foundation has invested $1.5M to continue the KidSport Oil Country Hockey Assist Program (HAP) for the third straight year! The Hockey Assist Program (HAP) is a fee assistance program that covers a portion, if not all, of the registration fee connected to competition and season-based ice hockey programs.

• HAP Season 3 Funding Rules:
  • Season 3 runs from May 1, 2024 to April 30, 2025
  • Maximum funding amount available per kid is $750.
  • A kid is only eligible for HAP funding ONCE per HAP season (i.e., hockey learn to skate program OR full hockey season). If your kid will be registering for both hockey learn to skate and hockey this season, ensure you apply for KidSport HAP funding for the more expensive program.
  • All approved kids receive access to no-cost sport equipment through Sport Central .
  • A kid funded through HAP can also receive funding through KidSport’s regular grant funding program, for other sports (i.e., funding for hockey + swimming).
• For details on what HAP funding covers, see the Common Question below: What does the Hockey Assist Program grant funding cover?

When applying, it is required to submit:

1. 1. 1. KidSport’s ‘So ALL Kids Can Play!’ Application completely filled out.
      2. Attach the sport registration receipt (example) (or confirmation document (example), if not paying upfront)
      3. Attach financial documentation of your 2023 Canada Child Benefit Notice Page 1 & 2
         1. If you do not have your 2023 CCB, please submit your 2022 Notice.
      4. Please note, if you don't have your Canada Child Benefit Notice, please reach out to edmonton@kidsport.ab.ca to learn how else you can submit financial information.

Unfortunately, our online application system can only allow a request of up to $250.

The Hockey Assist Program (HAP) can provide up to $750 for eligible applicants to pay for their hockey registration fees.  To request anything above $250 up to the full amount, please email our KidSport Edmonton at edmonton@kidsport.ab.ca team after you have submitted your application.

Please include your application ID and child’s name and the amount requested. If you only need the $250 grant (receiving other funding for example), there is no need to email us.

• The family must live within the City of Edmonton
• Kid(s) must be registered in a sport program
• Kid(s) must be 18 years and younger
• KidSport considers the social and economic barriers facing the family when determining eligibility including families who face financial hardship and are on AISH, unemployed, or receiving income support through provincial government.

Approval for KidSport Edmonton’s subsidy program is based on the
Federal Government’s Low-income Cut Off Scale (updated April 2024) +50%, for Net Income, as shown below.

Applications are declined if:

• It’s not a sport program
• The sport program is over
• It is not run by a qualified/certified instructor
• It’s not a sport registration fee i.e., lift passes, gym memberships, etc.
• If annual allotment per kid has been used in the calendar year
• The family does not meet the financial requirements
• If the kid is over 18 years old

The Hockey Assist Program (HAP) is a fee assistance program that covers up to $750 of the registration fee connected to competition and season-based ice hockey programs.

• Hockey Assist Program (HAP) Season 3 runs from May 1, 2024 to April 30, 2025
• A kid is only eligible to receive HAP funding ONCE per HAP season (E.g., if you use HAP funding for a hockey learn to skate program, you are not able to also use HAP funding for a hockey season).
• A kid that receives HAP funding for hockey can still be funded for other sports in the year, as long as funding does not exceed KidSport Edmonton's $250 per calendar year maximum.
• For details on what HAP funding covers, see below.

Programs Funded by HAP:

The following programs are covered through the HAP program. A kid can use HAP funding to cover ONE of the hockey or skating programs below:

Season & Competition based ice hockey programs

• Hockey Alberta Based Programs (Elite (AA and AAA) & Minor Hockey Programs)
• U11 Hockey Alberta Development Pilot (U11 HADP)
• Para Hockey Programs
• Recreation Programs
• Pond Programs
• Shinny Programs
• Hockey-based Learn to Skate Programs (i.e., Colby’s Kids, First Shift, Learn to Play Hockey)

**NOTE: Since a kid is only eligible to use HAP funding for ONE program per HAP season, please apply for HAP funding for the more expensive program **

Programs NOT funded by HAP, but funded by KidSport Edmonton’s regular grant funding:

Unsanctioned Hockey

• Teams that are part of the following leagues: Hockey Super League (HSL), Junior Prospects Hockey League (JPHL), Premier Hockey League (PHL), Canadian American Junior Hockey League (CAJHL)

Academies

• School academy programs (i.e., Vimy Ridge, Edge, OHA)

Skill Development & Non-Ice Hockey Programs

• Ringette
• Ball hockey
• Roller hockey
• Figure Skating
• General Learn to Skate Programs
• Hockey based camps
• Power Skating
• Skill Development Programs
• Try It Programs

NOT funded by HAP or KidSport Edmonton’s regular grant funding:

Additional fees outside of registration cost, such as,

• Tryout fees
• Volunteer Opt-Out fees
• Team fees
• Tournament fees
• Transportation
• Cash calls

Together with our network of nearly 40 local chapters, KidSport removes barriers 'So ALL Kids Can Play!' If you do not see a chapter for your community click Here. Grants for parents and guardians living outside of chapter boundaries are provided through the KidSport Alberta Provincial Fund. The provincial fund works like a big chapter, and covers all communities that do not have a dedicated KidSport chapter.

Yes, all your personal information will be stored securely and destroyed once appropriate. Our online application system is secure and trustworthy. KidSport and our partners will never sell or share your personal data.

Call or Text the 211 Alberta Helpline for Other Supports

211 is a helpline and online database of Alberta's community and social services. By calling 211, Albertans can find the right resource or service for whatever issue they need help with, at the right time. 211 is available 24/7 by phone, text and chat. The service is free, confidential and available in over 170 languages over the phone.

Click HERE to learn more about 211 Alberta

Click HERE for KidSport Edmonton's Program Guide for Sport Clubs.

Email edmonton@kidsport.ab.ca if you are new to the program and want additional information about the KidSport Program.