North Vancouver Minor Hockey Association (NVMHA), in partnership with Complete Concussions and Kids Physio Group, is proud to continue its comprehensive concussion policy for the 2025–2026 season. The goal is to protect our players through education, technology, testing, and culture.
We'd like to have all players from U11 and above to participate in this important safety initiative by completing the steps below by October 15, 2025
STEP 1: Education
For Athletes (& Parents)
- Webinar led by physiotherapists from Kids Physio Group was recorded on
Wednesday, August 27, 2025
Recording Link Coming Soon
For Coaches, Team Manager and HCSP
- Complete the CCMI Concussion Sideline Course
- Online course (45–70 minutes)
- Free with NVMHA discount code
- SIDELINE COURSE: Course Link
- COUPON CODE: KPGNVBC
- Must be completed within the past two years.
STEP 2: Download App
All families are encouraged to download the Concussion Tracker App by CCMI.
The app is used to:
- Complete basic baseline testing at home
- Used for comprehensive in-clinic baseline testing
- Track concussion injuries
- Access return-to-play status
- Connect with healthcare providers
STEP 3: Baseline Testing
Baseline testing provides a pre-season snapshot of an athlete’s brain function, which helps guide safe return-to-play decisions. More information about baseline testing here
You can choose one of the following for your player:
- In-person testing with Kids Physio Group physiotherapists
- Recommended for athletes with a history of concussion, ADHD, learning differences, or mental health concerns
- Covered by extended health benefits
- Clinics will follow up in the event of a concussion report
You can use the discounted team booking rate to book into our regular schedules this fall at either Dollarton or Lonsdale.
We have also added two Sunday team testing options at the Lonsdale clinic:
- Sunday, September 21
- Sunday, October 5 (opening soon)
Booking Link Buttons Below
- Complete at home using the Concussion Tracker App
- Balance Test (repeat for normalized progressive data) and,
- DANA Neurocognitive Test (2 valid tests > 24hrs apart)
- Parent/athlete-led recovery planning
STEP 4: Protective Culture
Building trust and taking action
When athletes, parents, and coaches understand what to look for and how to respond, we build a culture of safety.
- Athletes trust adults with their symptoms
- Adults know how to act
- Everyone supports recovery and return-to-play
Link to the NVMHA Concussion Policy here.
NVMHA Concussion Partnerships
Contact us
MAILING ADDRESS
North Vancouver Minor Hockey
2411 Mount Seymour Parkway,
North Vancouver, BC V7H 2Y9
NMVHA respectfully acknowledges that our members have the opportunity to live, learn, and play on the unseeded territory of the Coast Salish Peoples, including the territories of the Musqueam, Tsleil-Waututh, and Squamish Nations.
We're grateful for this opportunity and honour the diverse indigenous peoples who have lived and worked on this land.