MDRA’s Regional Program provides athletes with the opportunity to continue developing their ringette skills while participating in a structured, fun, and team-focused environment.
Our Regional teams are designed to provide a positive experience for athletes at a variety of skill levels. Teams focus on skill development, teamwork, sportsmanship, and creating an environment where athletes can continue to grow their confidence and love for the game.
To register to play at the regional level, please view our 2026-2027 Registration Fees page. Please note, registration closes August 30, 2026.
For the 2026-2027 season, MDRA offers Regional programming in the following divisions:
U12 (A, B and C)
U14 (B and C)
U16 (B)
U19 (B)
Depending on registration numbers and team formation, some divisions may have multiple teams at different levels.
Where there is more than one team within a division, MDRA uses a sortout process to help create balanced and appropriate team placements.
The sortout process may include a combination of skills sessions, drills, scrimmages, and game situations. Athletes are evaluated by volunteers and coaches based on a variety of factors relevant to their age division and level of play.
The goal of the process is to ensure that athletes are placed on teams where they can continue to develop, contribute, and have a positive experience throughout the season.
Athletes who do not participate in the scheduled sortout sessions may be placed on the lower-level team within their division.
Regional programming includes regular practices and games throughout the season, with teams participating in league play, tournaments, and other MDRA events.
The exact number of ice times, games, and tournaments may vary by division and team. Schedules are developed each season based on ice availability, league commitments, and the needs of each age group.
Our Regional Program emphasizes:
Skill development and individual improvement
Teamwork and sportsmanship
A positive and inclusive environment
Age-appropriate competition
Building confidence and a lifelong love of ringette
Sortouts will take place from September 2-13, 2026, with sessions scheduled for our FUN3, U12, U14, and U19 divisions.
Please note that MDRA will not be holding U16 sortouts this season. Based on our current registration numbers and projections, we have enough athletes to form one regional U16B team.
Monday, September 7 - Skill Session 1 at 6:00 PM | Bernard Grandmaître Arena
Wednesday, September 9 - Skill Session 2 at 5:15 PM | Fred Barrett - West Arena
Saturday, September 12 - Game 1 at 3:00 PM | Osgoode Arena
Sunday, September 13 - Game 2 at 3:15 PM | Fred Barrett - West
Monday, September 7 - Skill Session 1 at 7:00 PM | Bernard Grandmaître Arena
Wednesday, September 9 - Skill Session 2 at 6:15 PM | Fred Barrett - West
Saturday, September 12 - A/B Game at 4:00 PM | Osgoode Arena
Sunday, September 13 - B/C Game at 4:15 PM | Fred Barrett - West Arena
Once the U12A is selected, they will have two exhibition games vs. WORA
- Sunday, September 13 at 3:00 PM (CARDELREC)
- Saturday, September 19 at 11:00 AM (CARDELREC)
Saturday, September 12 - Skill Session at 5:00 PM | Osgoode Arena
Sunday, September 13 - Game at 5:15 PM | Fred Barrett - West Arena
Wednesday, September 2 - Game at 6:15 PM | Fred Barrett - West Arena
Registration for the 2026-2027 MDRA Regional Sortouts is now open!
All athletes participating in a Regional division are asked to complete their division's Sortout Registration Form by the applicable deadline. Athletes must complete the registration form even if they do not plan to attend the scheduled sortout sessions.
The registration forms help us prepare for evaluations and collect important information ahead of team formation.
| Division | Registration Deadline | Sortout Registration Form | Friend Request? |
| FUN3 | Saturday, September 5, 2026 | Register for FUN3 Sortouts | Yes - Submit a Friend Request by September 5 |
| U12 | Saturday, September 5, 2026 | Register for U12 Sortouts | No friend requests (unless first time athlete) |
| U14 | Thursday, September 10, 2026 | Register for U14 Sortouts | No friend requests (unless first time athlete) |
| U19 | Monday, August 31, 2026 | Register for U19 Sortouts | Yes - Submit a Friend Request by August 31 |
All Regional athletes must complete their division's Sortout Registration Form, even if they do not plan to attend the sortouts.
MDRA will not be holding U16 Regional Sortouts this season. Based on current registration numbers and projections, we have enough athletes to form one Regional U16B team.
Friend requests are available for FUN3 and U19 athletes only. While we will do our best to accommodate requests, they cannot be guaranteed.
Athletes participating in Regional Sortouts will need both a yellow and blue practice jersey with a number clearly displayed on the front and back. This helps our evaluators and volunteers easily identify athletes throughout the sortout process.
Families can:
Use existing yellow and blue numbered practice jerseys
Purchase a set of jerseys through RAMP for $55
Borrow pinnies from MDRA
When completing the Sortout Registration Form, families will be asked to indicate whether their athlete already has suitable jerseys and provide their jersey number(s), or indicate if they need to purchase jerseys or borrow a pinny.
Regional Sortouts take a lot of volunteers to run smoothly, and we're looking for MDRA members to help support both the on-ice and off-ice portions of our sessions.
Available roles include:
Change Room Supervisors / Den Moms
Trainers
On-Ice Coaches and Assistants
Door Operators
Shot Clock Operators
Timekeepers
No previous evaluation or coaching experience is required for many roles, and instructions and support will be provided.
Junior Coaches are encouraged to get involved, and high school students are also welcome to volunteer. Students can receive volunteer hours, and helping with the on-ice portions is a great opportunity to gain coaching and leadership experience before the season begins.
Sign Up to Volunteer for Regional Sortouts
Thank you for helping make the 2026-2027 MDRA Regional Sortouts a success!
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Fred Barrett - East Arena
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U14/U16 Summer Rust Buster
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