As members of the MFRA you will be certified to work as an on-field official and be provided with the necessary training and support to help you to perform your duties effectively and present in the most professional manner.

The MFRA works in partnership with the MFOA and share responsibilities for officiating duties of Minor Bantam and Bantam level tackle football games. The MFRA/MFOA partnership is designed to bridge the gap between the associations in an effort to create the opportunity for growth of officials who are interested in advancing to the MFOA. For more on the MFOA see www.mfoa.mb.ca

Level 1 Certification:

Upon becoming a member of the MFRA and committing to on-field officiating duties the MFRA will register your name with the MFOA for level 1 certification. This is a one day training seminar where you will be provided an overview of game rules and mechanics as set out by Football Canada that will enable you to perform line judge and head line judge duties. At the conclusion you will receive a binder for your review that contains the topics studied in the seminar. You will also be provided a 2010/2011 Canadian Amateur Football rule book. You will be expected to study and know the rules in preparation for the upcoming season.

Cost for level 1 certification: $50.00 - due MFRA prior to attendance (50% of the cost of certification qualifies for reimbursement upon completion of a 10 game commitment)

SESSION 1

Part 1 Theory

Location: TBA
Date and time: TBA

Part 2 Practical

Location: TBA
Date: TBA

SESSION 2 (If Required)

Part 1 Theory

Location: TBA
Date and time: TBA 

Part 2 Practical

Location: TBA
Date and time: TBA 

On-field training for new officials will be provided at the annual Nomads and Transcona Pre-Season Tournaments. 2012 dates TBA.

Level 2 Certification:

The MFOA will also offer level 2 certification. Level 2 certification is required to perform head official and umpire duties. The training seminar will follow the same format as the level 1 certification and cover more advanced rules, mechanics, and leadership. If you are interested and would like to be considered for level 2 certification, please contact the MFRA Referee in Chief Trevor Esau at efficienthome@mts.net or (204)381-1660.

Cost for level 2 certification: $50.00 - due MFRA prior to attendance (50% of the cost of certification qualifies for reimbursement upon completion of a 10 game commitment)

SESSION 1

Location: TBA
Date and time: TBA

SESSION 2 (If Required)

Location: TBA
Date and time: TBA

There will be an evening of orientation and equipment distribution for all on-field officials (new and returning members) as follows:

Location: Sport for Life Building 145 Pacific Ave.
Date and time: Wednesday, July 18, 2012 6:30-9:30 (All Head Referees are required to stay at the conclusion for a brief clinic)

Please read, sign, date, and bring the following 3 forms to the orientation, which can be found on the Forms and Exam page of this website:

> MFRA Member Responsibilites (page 1)
> Football Manitoba Code of Conduct
> Application for New Members OR Questionnaire for Returning Members

**Any that can not attend on Wednesday, July 18th are required to attend as follows:

Location: Sport for Life Building 145 Pacific Ave.
Date and time: Satr=urday, July 21, 2012 12:00-2:00 (All Head Referees are required to stay at the conclusion for a brief clinic)

**NOTE**

Head Referees, and those qualifying for level 2 certification are expected to study and know the Participation Rules as they appear in the Time Keeper Quick Tips which can be found on the Publications page of this website. This has been introduced in an effort to expand the head official’s knowledge of the Participation Rules to ensure a level of understanding that will result in a smoother and more efficient game.

All on-field officials are required to write a CFOA exam prior to the season launch. The exam can be downloaded from the Forms and Exam page of this website. For details on deadlines and explanations related to the exam,  please see page 2 of the MFRA Member Responsibilities form, which can be found on the Forms and Exam page of this website.

All new on-field officials are required to complete the Respect in Sport online course ONE TIME ONLY prior to the season launch. For further details please see page 2 of the MFRA Member Responsibilities form, which can be found on the Forms and Exam page of this website.

The rules and field dimensions for Terminator games (ages 7-8) are significantly different and do not fall within the Amateur Football Rules. It is imperative that you read and know the Terminator rules, which can be found on the Publications page of this website.

Any on-field official who does not officiate at least 10 regular season games, or has not officiated tackle football for one or more seasons, may be subject to re-certification.