FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

General

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    What is the Canadian Tire Hockey School?

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    Canadian Tire Hockey School is the trusted source for Canadians in developing young hockey players as they progress through their hockey career, focusing on all aspects of becoming a well-rounded player. The Canadian Tire Hockey School website will be the home of hockey in Canada, offering tips and exclusive content through Canadian Tire's partnership with the NHL®.
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    Why should I become a member of the Canadian Tire Hockey School?

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    The Canadian Tire Hockey School will quickly become the leading online resources on all aspects of hockey. Whether you are a player, parent, coach or amateur, the site offers lessons, advice and information.
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    Who is the Canadian Tire Hockey School for?

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    The focus of Canadian Tire Hockey School is for hockey players aged 4 to 12, their parents and coaches, as well as fans supporting lifelong enjoyment of the game.
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    Who are the partners of the Canadian Tire Hockey School?

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    Canadian Tire Hockey School is proud partners with the NHL®, Jumpstart® and Canadian Tire.
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    Why is Canadian Tire partnering up with the NHL®?

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    Canadian Tire is serious about hockey. What better way is there to show how serious they are than to partner up with the NHL®

Registration

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    How old do I have to be to register/become a member?

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    Everyone is welcome to join the Canadian Tire Hockey School as a member! We do, however, have two levels of online memberships, one for those 13 years of age or older and one for our members under 13 years of age.
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    What are the differences between 13+ and under 13 online member accounts?

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      Members 13 years of age and older on their date of registration can:
    • Modify account details
    • Create membership accounts for their family members under 13 years of age
    • Receive valuable email newsletters and updates
    • Register family members 12 years of age or under for our exclusive Canadian Tire Canadian Tire NHL Junior SkillsTM Competition (if they meet requirements of the Contest rules)
    • Enter contests (if they meet eligibility requirements and otherwise comply with contest rules)
    • Use our custom Hockey Card Creator
    • Gain full access to all of our lessons

      Members under 13 years of age on their date of registration can:
    • Use our custom Hockey Card Creator
    • Gain full access to all of our lessons
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    How do I create an account for my family members under 13 years of age?

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    During the registration process we will ask you if you would like to add any of your children to your account. If you choose to add them, you will choose a username and password for your child/children. Let your kids know what their sign in information is so they can sign in and create their hockey card or check out the lesson. Be sure to print and write down their usernames and passwords for future reference. Go through the lessons together, and help them create their hockey card. Above all, be sure to always monitor your child's access and browsing of the Internet at all times.
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    Why are you asking for all of these details, like phone numbers and birthdates?

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    We use these details to choose the best way to deliver certain information to you. For example, we will only use your phone number if we need to contact you should you win a contest or to confirm your child's participation in one of our Canadian Tire NHL Junior SkillsTM Qualifying Events. See our Privacy Policy for details on how Canadian Tire values your privacy.
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    Why are you asking me about my interests?

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    We use the interests you choose to customize information you see on the Canadian Tire Hockey School website and in our email communications. You can of course change your preferences at any time by signing into your account.
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    How do I get a membership kit?

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    If you are a resident of Canada and are under 13 years of age on the day you were registered by a parent or guardian, you are eligible to receive a special membership kit.

NHL™ Skills Qualifying Events

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    Is Canadian Tire NHL Junior Skills™ happening this year?

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    Canadian Tire will not be hosting the Canadian Tire NHL Junior Skills™ program this season. Thanks to everyone who participated and we encourage all of our Canadian Tire Hockey School members to stay tuned for other hockey programs and to keep visiting the site for great hockey features, videos and tips.

  • My Account

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      How do I create an account for my family members under 13 years of age?

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      Once you do this and are signed in, you can add your children to the Camp contest by clicking the "Register for Camp" button on the Camp date and location of your choice. You can then add any or all of your children between the ages of 6-12 into the Canadian Tire Hockey School NHL® Skills Camp Contest.
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      How do I sign-in to my account?

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      You can sign-in on the homepage using the quick sign-in area in the middle of the page or by visiting this
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      What happens if I forget my username or password?

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      If you have forgotten your username, click here. If you have forgotten your password, click here.
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      How can I change my account information and preferences?

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      Simply sign-in to your account, click "My Account" in the top navigation bar of the Canadian Tire Hockey School website and then click the "Edit my Account" link on your main account page.
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      What is the Hockey Card Creator?

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      If you have created a card and are signed in, you can click "Create Your Hockey Card" in the top right corner of the website. You can also edit your card by visiting the "My Account" link in the top navigation bar of the Canadian Tire Hockey School website.
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      How do I change my hockey card?

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      If you have created a card and are signed in, you can click "Create Your Hockey Card" in the top right corner of the website. You can also edit your card by visiting the "My Account" link in the top navigation bar of the Canadian Tire Hockey School website.
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      Can my kids who are under 13 create a hockey card of their own?

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      Yes! When you create an account for any family member-including children under 13 years of age-you give them the ability to create their very own hockey card, which can be accessed when they sign-in to their account, or through your account (on the My Account page) when you are signed in.

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