Register for 2026/27 Level 1 Officiating Courses

We are delighted to confirm several Level 1 Courses to be conducted throughout the province across the 2026/27 Fall-Spring Season.

A new season means new opportunities to get involved in Rugby Officiating.

Officiating helps with your own personal and professional development, and it helps broaden your Rugby knowledge. It keeps you both physically and mentally fit and is incredibly rewarding.

Rugby Officials come from all backgrounds, from ex-National players to armchair enthusiasts who wanted to become more involved with the sport. Anyone can become a Rugby referee with the right attitude.

Courses will take place on the following dates:

September 27, 2026 - Lower Mainland - Vancouver
October 4, 2026 - Interior - Kelowna
February 7, 2027 - South Island - Victoria
February 21, 2027 - Lower Mainland - Coquitlam
April 4, 2027 - Thompson Okanagan - Vernon
April 28, 2027 - Kootenays - Cranbrook
May 15, 2027 - Northern BC – Terrace

Times will be sent to individuals once they have registered and paid. Courses feature s six-hour on-field component from 10:00am-4:00pm as well as a two-hour online component from 7:00pm-9:00pm the Wednesday before.

Registrants must complete all course prerequisites before taking the on-field component. Learn more here.

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Remembering Stefan Vracarevic

By Rob Bartlett • September 22, 2026

BC Rugby is deeply saddened by the tragic passing of Kelowna Crows RFC athlete and valued member of the rugby community, Stefan Vracarevic. Our thoughts and hearts are with Stefan’s family, friends, teammates and the entire Kelowna Crows community during this incredibly difficult time. In moments of hardship, we are reminded of the strength of the rugby community here in BC and the bonds that connect us through our sport. If you would like to support Stefan’s family, please consider donating to or sharing the GoFundMe linked below.