The BCPA is looking for Referees across the Province!
Individuals with competition and volunteer experience, an understanding of the IPF Technical Rules Book, and commitment to upholding competition standards are welcome to become a Referee.
The process to becoming a Referee is simple, and will be assisted by the Officiating Chair:
- Shadow the Chief Referee and Side Referee positions at a 3-lift competition with at least 20 lifters
- Pass a written exam with a score of 90%(+) – exam content here in this video.
New Referees will receive a reverse-shadow until they feel confident in the Side and Chief positions. Additional informal discussion is available to clarify gray areas through a group chat.
The Officiating Chair is available for questions through Instagram (@BCPAReferee) or email (officiating@bc-powerlifting.com):
- General questions on what it means to be a BCPA Referee
- Interest in Referee clinics
- Specific exam preparation assistance
- Any other questions relating to officiating
International
Chris Robb (Category I)
Brian Rock (Category II)
Bill You (Category II)
National
Mehar Bhogal
Jonathan Cruz
Pat Kowal
Renae Witzaney
Tyler McPhail
Provincial
Graham Aarsen
Lawrence Berceanu
Shadie Bourget
Timothy Branch
Zack Currie
Ian Diack
Janine Garland
Bob Hindley
Shannon Huff
Jason Klaus
Becky Lauridsen
Dennis Leong
Jennifer Luther Thomas
Kathy Lawrence
Kevin Nguyen
Joe Oliveira
Jordan Phelps
Jenna Thomson
David Vo
Kevin Weiss
Benjamin Yu