JDFMHA AGM - April 9th, 2025
Notice of Annual General Meeting Wednesday, April 9th, 2025 at 7 pm. (Westshore Fieldhouse)
The Juan De Fuca Minor Hockey Association (JDFMHA), BC Society # S-20376, will hold the 2025 Annual General Meeting (AGM) on April 9th at 7pm. The AGM will be run in person at the Westshore Fieldhouse (above JDF Golf Pro Shop).
IMPORTANT - If you want to attend the AGM please email vp-admin@jdfminorhockey.com with the subject line "AGM Attendance" providing your name, registered player's name and preferred contact email address in the body of the email.
JDFMHA is a volunteer run community organization with over 700 members that constantly requires new volunteers with fresh ideas to help maintain our well-established hockey programs.
The purpose of the AGM is for the members to review the operations of the society and elect Executive Board positions that have come to term or have been vacated.
It is always the goal of our association to strive to create a board representing the widest range of participants from all our hockey families.
Please consider attending the AGM as it is your chance to see what we have been up to and voice your concerns on what your JDFMHA can do for you moving forward.
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Election of the Executive Board
At the AGM elections will be held for the following 8 positions:
- VP Operations
- Head Manager
- Treasurer
5 Director At Large Positions
For a detailed list of duties of officers and directors, please go to JDFMHA Policies
Nominations for Board Positions
As per Article B10.b of the JDFMHA Constitution, there can be no nominations from the floor, ALL nominations for ALL positions must be received by the Vice President - Administration by Midnight April 2nd, 2025 via email to vp-admin@jdfminorhockey.com
Notice of Assurance for Absent Nominees - If you are interested in a position and cannot attend the AGM, please forward an email of assurance to the members that you will be standing for a position and include a brief bio of the nominee with any other message that the nominee wishes to share with the members in attendance at the AGM. Any 'notice of assurance' email must also be received by the Vice President - Administration by Midnight April 2nd, 2025.
JDFMHA is your association and only prospers by the dedication and perseverance from all volunteers. For a program activity this size, that engages so many and so much of our community, volunteer support is the only reason we exist. Please take the time and come to the AGM. Help ensure that there is always a ‘next season’ for all our hockey families.
Regards,
Jared Steingard
Vice President Administration
Juan De Fuca MHA
vp-admin@jdfminorhockey.com
2025 JDF Nominations
Head Manager
Sarah Hannay
I've been on the executive for the past year working as the Risk Manager. I inherited a portfolio that had been largely ignored for a few seasons. I took the information and the program given to me, and had it completely up to date for all JDF players and team safeties by the end of October.
In addition, I've been managing my son's sports teams since 2013, including 10 seasons of hockey, lacrosse, soccer and ball hockey. I've also been team safety and treasurer over the seasons. I'm highly organized and quick to respond. I like to look for solutions and to have issues dealt with swiftly and fairly.
I've also worked with children in a classroom setting since 1996, mainly with young people who have serious behaviour disorders and have many years' experience with conflict resoltion. I have excellent communication skills, both written and spoken and am very organized.
I would be honored to work for the families of the association to make sure everyone feels heard and supported, and to make sure every family gets to share in the love of hockey
Jeff Eves
My name is Jeff Eves and I am running for the position of JdFMHA Head Manager. I have loved hockey all my life and have been involved with recreational hockey for 24 years within the Canadian Armed Forces. I am currently serving in my 25th year in the Regular Forces as a Military Police Member. My current job is the Unit Sergeant Major at the Military Police Unit at CFB Esquimalt (Naden). I manage and mentor a staff of 35 personnel including Military Police members/officers, civilian employees including clerical workers, dispatchers, and other security personnel. My unit is responsible for the policing and security of all Department of National Defense property throughout Vancouver Island (minus 19 Wing Comox) & mainland BC.
My Background with JdFMHA
My family has been an active participants of JdFMHA since 2015-2016 season when my son was 6 and started playing in the U7 (Initiation) division. This upcoming season will be his 11th season with JdFMHA and his 2nd year of U18.
I have been volunteering with JdFMHA since the 2018-19 season starting off as an assistant coach and continued in that role through his first season of U13 (20-21). As my son got older and his skills surpassed mine (wasn’t hard), I changed my focus to support JdFMHA on the Executive Committee as a member at large for the last four seasons. My first three seasons were in the role as the tournament coordinator. I oversaw the operational organization of the first JdFMHA hosted tournaments post COVID. I remained in that role until the end of the 2023-24 season. This past season I tasked to be the U15 divisional manager which included two representative and three recreational teams.
On top of being a member at large, for the past three seasons (2022-23, 2023-24, 2024-25) I have all managed the representative teams my son played on. Each of those teams represented JdFMHA at multiple tournaments including three in the USA.
With my background as an accomplished leader within the CAF and my years of experience with JdF as the tournament coordinator, divisional manager and team manager I believe I would be the ideal candidate to fulfill the roles & responsibilities expected of the JdFMHA Head Manager.
VP-Ops
Justin Simmons
Justin spent his formative years playing hockey on the East Coast before joining the military. He has a Master of Business Administration from the University of Toronto’s Rotman School of Management and graduated with a Bachelor of Arts from Mount Allison University. He has served in the Royal Canadian Navy since 2006 having deployed around the world, served in National Defence Headquarters in Ottawa and having been selected for command appointments throughout his career.
Having lived across the country and experienced several different hockey associations, Justin decided to give back to the hockey community as a Division Manager for JDF. In this capacity, he was Director-at-large for U11 and U15 since 2021. This past year he was the Head Coach for a U18 team that went on to win both the VIAHA South Island Recreation Championship for the season and the VIAHA South Island Pool A Playoff Championship.
Now that his children are finished with minor hockey, Justin is looking to use his experience, both in hockey and as a senior officer in the military, to serve his community in a greater capacity.
Ian Taylor
JDF Minor Hockey has been an integral part of my family’s lives for over a decade. I have loved my time, not just as a parent but as a dedicated volunteer. For the past five years, I have proudly served as Vice President of Operations for JDFMHA, working alongside an incredible team to support the development of our players, coaches, referees, and families.
Beyond my role on the Board, I have spent 11 years coaching at all age levels—Timbits through U18—across both Recreation and Representative hockey. This experience has given me a deep understanding of the challenges and opportunities within our association at every level of play.
My strengths lie in accountability, communication, problem-solving, and implementing creative solutions to the complex issues we’ve faced as an association. Whether it’s improving operational efficiency (with less and less ice every season), enhancing the hockey experience for all families, or addressing the evolving needs of our teams, I am committed to finding solutions that bring real value to our membership.
As a proud hockey parent with two sons in JDF Minor Hockey, my family is fully invested in this great community. If re-elected, I will continue to work hard to ensure that every player—whether they are in Timbits, Recreation, or Representative hockey—benefits from a well-run, forward-thinking association that prioritizes development, fairness, and a love for the game.
I appreciate your support and look forward to continuing to serve JDF Minor Hockey.
Thank you for your vote!
Directors at Large
Jenn Paine
I have a diploma in early childhood education as well as a certificate in bookkeeping.
I have owned a thriving early childhood education center in the WestShore for the past 15 years.
My oldest has been playing with JDF hockey for 5 years and my youngest will be starting next season as well. I'm excited to learn more about how the association runs and being a part of the association.
Adrianna Boyte
My name is Adrianna Boyte, and I am currently working towards completing my degree in Human Resources and Labour Relations. For the past four years, I have served as a chair member of our school's Parent Advisory Council. I have two children, one of whom has been playing with JDFMHA for nearly four years. I am excited to become more involved with the association and contribute to the incredible work it does for all the players.
Kyle Henderson
I have been volunteering with minor hockey associations for the last ten years in both head coach and assistant coach capacities. I was also a volunteer coach with the Edmonton Oilers First Shift program for three years and created and ran an inline hockey development program for youth 10 and under for two seasons. In addition to my volunteer experience I have played competitive hockey, including at the collegiate, Senior AAA and international level.
Originally from Edmonton, my family and I moved to Victoria August 2023. I am married with two kids. I have a son who is currently playing hockey for JDF and a daughter who enjoys dance and gymnastics. In my professional life I have held a variety of roles in the Social field including Youth Counsellor, Correctional Officer, Correctional Service Worker and managerial roles with both Alberta and BC correctional services.
James Kersten
Hello, my name is James Kersten. I am a lifelong resident of Langford, where I was raised and continue to live today. I grew up playing many different sports so I appreciate the volunteers, teamwork and commitment it takes to be part of an association. I am a proud father to Ethan who lives for hockey, and happily married to my wife, Erin. Our family has experienced amazing moments and met some of our greatest friendships through this game and association so we feel it is important to be a voice within the association . I am passionate about giving back and am eager to contribute to Juan De Fuca.
