Canada Basketball and CBOC have announced that registration is now open for the 2025 National Officials Certification Program (NOCP) online workshops, available through Game Plan. These sessions are offered on a first-come, first-served basis, with no waitlists available. Officials are encouraged to register early to secure their spot.

NOCP 1 – Online Course Part 1

  • Monday, April 14 & Wednesday, April 16, 2025 – 7:30pm to 9:30pm ET

  • Tuesday, September 23 & Thursday, September 25, 2025 – 7:30pm to 9:30pm ET

  • Monday, October 27 & Wednesday, October 29, 2025 – 7:00pm to 9:00pm ET

NOCP 2 – Online Course Part 1

  • Tuesday, April 15 & Thursday, April 17, 2025 – 7:00pm to 9:30pm ET

  • Monday, September 22 & Wednesday, September 24, 2025 – 7:00pm to 9:30pm ET

  • Tuesday, October 28 & Thursday, October 30, 2025 – 7:00pm to 9:30pm ET

NOCP 3 – Online Course Part 1

  • Thursday, September 11, 18, 25 & October 2, 2025 – 7:30pm to 9:30pm ET

  • Thursday, January 8, 15, 22 & 29, 2026 – 7:30pm to 9:30pm ET

To be eligible for the U15 Nationals, officials must complete the NOCP 3 online course.
To be eligible for the U17 Nationals, officials must complete their coursework, portfolio, and two successful on-floor evaluations.

NOCP 4 – Online Course Part 1

  • September 9 to December 9, 2025 (every Tuesday for 14 weeks) – 7:00pm to 9:00pm ET

This course is specifically designed for referees officiating at the CCAA and U SPORTS levels.

CCAA and U SPORTS Officials Education Sessions

  • Sunday, September 21, 2025 – 25-26 Points of Emphasis – Referee Coach Team

  • Sunday, October 5, 2025 – Building the House – Nadine Crowley
    (Times: 5:00pm PT / 8:00pm ET)

CBOC Fall Education Sessions

  • Sunday, September 14, 2025

  • Sunday, September 28, 2025

  • Sunday, October 19, 2025
    (Times: 5:00pm PT / 8:00pm ET)

These sessions are free to attend, but pre-registration is required. For more information and to register, visit the Game Plan website today.

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