Q1: We are new to hockey. What are the divisions and where does my child fit in?
A1: Minor hockey is segregated typically in 2 year age groups starting with Initiation all the way up to Midget. See the chart below for birth year and division.

Minor Hockey Divisions

Division	Age	Birth Year
U7 -	5 & 6	2020 and 2019
U9	7 & 8	2018 and 2017
U11	9 & 10	2016 and 2015
U13	11 & 12	2014 and 2013
U15	13 & 14	2012 and 2011
U18	15 - 17	2010, 2009 and 2008

Q2: What is the GTMHA, and where are your rinks?
A2: We are the Greater Trail Minor Hockey Association located in the beautify Kootenays of Britsh Columbia. At present we have four arenas in our juridiction. Beaver Valley, Rossland, Trail (2 arenas).