SHA Social Media Policy

https://sha.sk.ca/members/association-resources/social-media-policy

NMHA Social Networking Policy:

Social networking is defined as using the Internet to send messages, videos, images, writing blog entries, etc. Social networks focus on building communities online with others of similar interests. The NMHA understands and appreciates the importance of social networking as it relates to the personal lives of its members.

Some common sense rules should guide NMHA members when using social media. Failure to follow these guidelines may result in disciplinary action from the NMHA Discipline Committee.

Members should not make statements that are demeaning to NMHA volunteers, its programs, employees, on-ice or off-ice officials, players, members, coaches, sponsors or any other persons associated with NMHA.

Members should not communicate confidential information that may include medical history (injuries or other), family situations, game plans or strategies and any other information that is deemed confidential.

Members should not share photos, videos or comments that promote negative influences or criminal behavior, including but not limited to: physical violence, drug use, alcohol abuse, public intoxication, etc. (Example, posting a fight online would be considered inappropriate).

Members should not post inappropriate, derogatory, racist or sexist comments of any kind that contradict the policies outlined by the NMHA and SHA.

Members should be advised that NMHA owns and maintains all legal rights to its email and network, and any email passing through these systems is owned by NMHA. Keep in mind emails may be backed up, otherwise copied, retained, or used for legal, disciplinary, or other reasons and it may be subject to use for purposes not anticipated by the sender. Any email sent to or from certain public or governmental entities may be considered public record. Do not expect privacy when using a corporate network and corporations have the right to monitor any and all use of their computer network.

Members should not contact other players, coaches, team officials or referees via any form of social media.