Starting Thursday, September 23, the City of Calgary Vaccine Passport Bylaw will call for many businesses and organizations to require proof of vaccination, recent negative COVID-19 test, or valid medical exemption letter to gain entry.  The Vaccine Passport Bylaw that will apply to recreation and fitness. School curriculum-based activities (Kindergarten to Grade 12) are not […]

Posted: September 22, 2021 We are proud to announce that Derek Hemsley is taking a leave of absence to pursue a coaching opportunity with the Bonnyville Pontiacs of the Alberta Junior Hockey League (AJHL). Join us in congratulating Derek on this exciting new venture.  We wish Derek and the Pontiacs the best of luck this […]

Posted: September 20, 2021 2022 Volleyball Canada Youth Nationals Interested in keeping up with all of the communications released regarding Nationals? Subscribe to the Volleyball Canada Nationals Mailing list so that you’re the first to know! Sign-up here: https://volleyball.us2.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=709af2a774a7e5d9d36d691e0&id=87980d17a6 Important dates were released today that coaches and participants should be circling on their calendars. Go to: https://volleyball.ca/en/competitions/2022-youth-nationals

On Monday, September 13, nine Alberta post-secondary institutions (University of Alberta, University of Calgary, University of Lethbridge, MacEwan University, Medicine Hat College, Mount Royal University, NAIT, SAIT, and NorQuest College) announced they will make the following enhancements to their campus safety measures: Implementation dates and details for these new measures will vary from institution to […]

Posted: September 16, 2021 Volleyball Alberta is seeking the feedback of its membership in the development of its next strategic plan.  https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/MemberSurveyVBAlberta The survey will be available until Friday, September 24, at 11:59 PM. The survey will take between 5 and 10 minutes to complete, depending on the detail in your responses. Names will not […]

Posted: September 9, 2021 As of Saturday, September 4, 2021, the Government of Alberta has an indoor masking order that requires a person to wear a face mask at all times while attending an indoor public place. The public health order has an exception for sport activity: “a person is not required to wear a face mask while […]

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Posted: August 30, 2021 Release from Volleyball Canada Sitting Volleyball Selection Camp Calgary will be the site of the men’s sitting volleyball selection camp, Sept. 16 to 19 at the Junior Varsity Volleyball Training Centre. “Not only are we hosting current team members, but also are putting out an open call for athletes with the […]

2021 Team Alberta Training Centres have begun! Congratulations to the following athletes who have been invited to the Team Alberta Training Centre! Edmonton Training Centre 15/16U Boys: Eddie Anderson, Nicholas Bilo, Dryden Czenczek, Zachary Fernandez, Ethan Field, Kale Fisher, Spencer Foxcroft, William Fraser, Thomas Froberg, Owen Harris, Noah Hartum, Ronan Huth, Grayson Jarrett, Eric Ke, […]

Posted: August 26, 2021 Our Volleywire newsletters are packed with important information, club volleyball updates, Volleyball Alberta seasonal programs, Team Alberta announcements, coaches corner, tips for parents, employment opportunities, and more! In case you missed our latest editions, you can view them here: August 2021 Newsletter July 2021 Newsletter Subscribe to our newsletter to keep up […]

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Posted: August 25, 2021

August 23, 2021 Release: Dates announced for 2022 Beach Nationals August 23, 2021: Volleyball Canada is excited to announce that the 2022 Beach National Championships will be held in Toronto, August 19 to 21 at Ashbridges Bay. “After the cancellation of the past two Beach Nationals, we are excited to be bringing Beach Nationals back to […]

Posted: July 19, 2021 Release Volleyball Canada announces 2022 Nationals dates July 19, 2021: Volleyball Canada is excited to announce the dates and locations for the 2022 National Championships, highlighted by a return to the festival-style event in Edmonton, Alberta. From May 18 to 24, 2022, Edmonton will host the 15U to 18U age categories […]

Posted: July 7, 2021 Our Volleywire newsletters are packed with important information, club volleyball updates, Volleyball Alberta seasonal programs, Team Alberta announcements, coaches corner, tips for parents, employment opportunities, and more! In case you missed our latest editions, you can view them here: July 2021 Newsletter June 2021 Newsletter Subscribe to our newsletter to keep up […]

Posted: July 7, 2021 We are pleased to announce the results of the 2021 Volleyball Alberta Board of Directors election. Elections were held during our virtual AGM on June 29th, 2021. We wish to thank all the candidates who took the initiative to run and represent the interests of our diverse and talented membership. We […]

Posted: July 6, 2021 Alberta entered Stage 3 of the Open for Summer Plan on July 1. All public health measures have now been lifted except for isolation/quarantine requirements and masking requirements in health care settings and public transit. With the removal of most mandatory restrictions, Albertans are encouraged to assess and manage their personal and organizational risk during […]

Posted: June 29, 2021

Posted June 14, 2021 Alberta entered Stage 2 on June 10. If Albertans continue doing their part, restrictions could be lifted by late June or early July.  Members should be aware of Volleyball Alberta’s Masking Guidelines.  The following Stage 2 restrictions apply provincewide. Sport and Recreation Activities All indoor and outdoor sport and recreation activities are permitted […]

Updated June 14, 2021 INDOORS Alberta is entering Stage 2 of the Open for Summer Plan which significantly eases restrictions for sports, physical activity, and recreation.  With over 60% of all eligible Albertans receiving their first vaccine, Volleyball Alberta will remove our mandatory indoor masking policy and replace it with updated guidance and recommendations.  Coaches & Trainers […]

Posted: June 10, 2021 Volleyball is Back! We would like to thank all our members who have remained positive, supported each other, and followed guidelines throughout the COVID-19 pandemic. Alberta’s Open for Summer Plan will progress quickly and ease restrictions allowing sport, fitness, and recreation to resume.  Volleyball Alberta would like to show our appreciation […]

Posted: June 9, 2021 Volleyball Alberta is a non-profit organization with the mission to provide quality opportunities for the growth, development, and enjoyment of volleyball in Alberta. As the provincial sport governing body, Volleyball Alberta is involved in every facet of the sport by running programs at all levels both indoors and in the rapidly growing […]

Volleyball Alberta Youth Beach Tournaments  Volleyball Alberta Youth beach Tournaments are being considered after the Government of Alberta announcement on May 26th. Details will be posted as soon as possible. Preliminary dates are posted on our webpage for Youth Beach Tournaments in Edmonton & Calgary. Go to: https://www.volleyballalberta.ca/youth-tournaments Stay tuned!!

Posted: June 1, 2021 Alberta’s Open for Summer Plan is a three-stage strategy that calls for re-opening all parts of the province with the gradual easing of very low risk activities in the first stage, followed by a significant easing in the second, and a removal of most restrictions in the third.  If Albertans continue doing their […]