🎟 Bingo Policy

Edmonton Ringette Association

Bingo fundraising is a critical part of supporting Edmonton Ringette’s programs, helping offset rising operational costs such as ice time, equipment, and player development. Participation ensures we can maintain high-quality programming while keeping registration fees as affordable as possible.

📌 Why Bingo Matters

Bingo fundraising is essential to the financial sustainability of our Association. Revenue from bingo events contributes significantly to our annual budget and supports:

• Ice costs and facility access
• Equipment replacement and maintenance
• Player and goalie development programs
• General operations and programming

Participation from all eligible families helps ensure we meet our fundraising goals and maintain program quality.

👨👩👧👦 Bingo Commitment Requirements

For the 2026-2027 season:

• Approximately 250 families are registered each year
• Exemptions include:
  • Head Coaches
  • Team Managers
  • Board Members
• After exemptions, the remaining families are required to complete bingo shifts
• A total of 169 bingo shifts must be filled annually 

 This means nearly every eligible family is required to participate.

 Volunteer Requirement

Each designated family must:

• Complete the required bingo shift(s) assigned during the season
• Fulfill their obligation personally or through a suitable replacement (as permitted by policy/waiver)
• Ensure all responsibilities outlined in the Bingo Waiver and Guidelines (signed at registration) are followed

💲 Opt-Out Fee

Families who do not fulfill their bingo commitment will be charged:

• $200 non-participation fee 

This fee helps offset the lost fundraising revenue required to operate the Association.

Fairness & Participation

The bingo system is designed to be:

• Fair - Responsibilities are distributed across eligible families
• Transparent - Expectations and fees are clearly defined
• Sustainable - Ensures reliable fundraising year-to-year

Participation is especially important as the number of required shifts closely matches the number of eligible families.

📝 Waiver & Compliance

All participating families must:

• Follow all procedures, conduct expectations, and AGLC requirements
• Arrive on time and complete the full duration of the shift

Failure to follow requirements may result in:

• Shift being considered incomplete
• Additional fees or reassignment

📅 Scheduling & Sign-Up

• Bingo dates and sign-up instructions are communicated throughout the season
• Shifts are assigned or selected based on availability and scheduling processes
• Upcoming bingo opportunities are shared via:
  • Email
  • Team communications
  • Website updates
  • Social Media

🙌 Thank You

Bingo participation is a vital contribution to Edmonton Ringette. We appreciate the time and effort our families dedicate to supporting the Association and helping keep ringette accessible for all athletes.