2026-27 MHA MATCHING GRANT PROGRAM
Hockey Saskatchewan is continuing its MHA Matching Grant Program for the 2026-27 season. The program supports roughly 182 Minor Hockey Associations (MHAs) in providing power skating opportunities for Under-7 (U7) to Under-13 (U13) players.
MHAs can use the grant to hire a qualified power skating instructor or have a local person trained as a power skating instructor.
Grant Details
- Eligible age groups: U7 to U13
- Eligible service period: September 2026 to January 2027
- Power skating certification deadline: December 31, 2026
- Application period: October 1, 2026 to February 28, 2027
- MHA matching funds: The MHA must match the amount of the grant received.
- Applications: One application per MHA
MHA Grant Amounts
The grant amount is based on the MHA's total player registration during the 2025-26 season:
| 2025-26 MHA Registration | 2026-27 Grant |
|---|---|
| 3,000+ players | $5,000 |
| 2,000+ players | $3,000 |
| 700+ players | $2,500 |
| 500+ players | $2,000 |
| 200+ players | $1,500 |
| 100+ players | $1,250 |
| Less than 100 players | $1,000 |
View the 2025-26 MHA registration list here to determine your MHA's grant amount.
Instructor Requirements
Power skating instructors must have:
1. Respect in Sport Activity Leader / Hockey Canada's The Shift Forward Program
Plus one of the following:
- Hockey Canada Certified Skills Coach (Level 3)
- Hockey Saskatchewan Skills Licensee
- CanPower Skate, delivered by Skate Canada
- Hockey Saskatchewan Skills Coach (Level 1)
- Hockey Saskatchewan Power Skating Coach (Level 1)
The Hockey Saskatchewan Power Skating Coach (Level 1) certification will have two clinics in fall 2026. Visit the Hockey Saskatchewan coaching clinics webpage for dates and locations.
How to Apply
Submit your application and eligible receipts through the online application between October 1, 2026, and February 28, 2027.
The MHA must match the grant amount received.
