10.9 REFEREE-IN-CHIEF

(a) In collaboration with the League Director, ensure that appropriately-qualified officials are scheduled for GAARA exhibition, league and tournament games;

(b) In collaboration with the Treasurer, ensure appropriate payment to officials for games officiated;

(c) Liaison with Ringette Canada, ORA and ERRA (Eastern Region) counterparts on matters related to officiating;

(d) Provide advice to GAARA on current ORA rules and regulations and their interpretation;

(e) Co-ordinate rules clinics upon request of the GAARA Executive;

(f) In collaboration with other members of the GAARA Executive, address issues that arise between officials, players and team staff; and

(g) Co-ordinate registration of officials with the GAARA Registrar.