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Team Canada Ready for Action as Inaugural Women’s Para Hockey Worlds Start

Women’s Para Hockey of Canada (WPHC) has announced the 15-player roster that will represent the nation at the first ever Women’s Para Ice Hockey World Championships, taking place August 26-31 in Dolný Kubín, Slovakia.

The roster finalized after a three-game Border Battle against Team USA in Thorold, Ontario is made up of two goaltenders, four defenders, and nine forwards. The group showcases an impressive mix of skill, determination, and international experience, with athletes hailing from six provinces: Alberta, British Columbia, Manitoba, Nova Scotia, Ontario, and Quebec.

Today’s Championship is a groundbreaking moment for the sport, with Canada joining Australia, Great Britain, Norway, USA, and Team World as the six nations competing for gold.

According to CBC, Head coach Tara Chisholm, who has led the program since 2013, emphasized the significance of the event:

"We’re not just building our team and program, we’re helping to build the history of the women’s game," she said. "These [games] are going to be marked down forever and recorded within the history books of the sport."

Following the World Championships, Hockey Canada, Hockey Alberta, and Tara Chisholm will team up to host a Para Hockey Kick-Off event at the Gary W. Harris Canada Games Centre in Red Deer. The camp is open to anyone interested in trying para hockey for the first time, as well as to returning players eager to sharpen their skills ahead of the season.

“Para Hockey is an inclusive space for individuals of all abilities, ages, and skill levels. Raising awareness about the sport is essential for encouraging participation and demonstrating the connection and community that comes with being part of a sporting activity,” said Cassandra Campbell, Coordinator growth and Retention at Hockey Alberta, “By supporting Para Hockey, we uplift athletes of all abilities and strengthen our communities, showcasing the power of sports to inspire, and unite everyone. Promoting Para Hockey fosters a culture of acceptance and opportunity for all”.

Equipment is available for those new to the sport, simply indicate your needs on the registration form, and organizers will help with fitting and sizing. Current para hockey coaches are also invited to take part and connect with fellow leaders in the game.

Registration is open and closes September 3, 2025.

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Recourses:

https://www.cbc.ca/sports/paralympics/winter-sports/para-ice-hockey/para-ice-hockey-womens-world-championships-preview-canada-1.7617485

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Hockey Alberta Foundation

$1.5 Million Investment Over the Next 5 Years Strengthens Hockey Alberta Foundation’s Mission to Inspire Every Kid, Every Community

The Edmonton Oilers Community Foundation’s (EOCF) inaugural Every Kid Deserves a Shot Community Day was hosted on Saturday at Fan Park, as the EOCF announced a $1.5 million investment in the Hockey Alberta Foundation (HAF). This funding is part of a continued partnership that will see the EOCF commit $7.2 million over the next five years totaling more than $21 million invested in the initiative by 2030.

The Hockey Alberta Foundation’s Every Kid Every Community (EKEC) program is one of the direct beneficiary of this support, breaking down barriers so more kids across Alberta and Oil Country can access hockey, develop leadership skills, and stay connected through sport. The announcement came during Every Kid Deserves a Shot Community Day, which featured family activities, community booths, and special guests to celebrate the power of hockey in bringing communities together.

"The Hockey Alberta Foundation’s Every Kid Every Community program, supported through funding from the EOCF’s Every Kid Deserves a Shot initiative, is working to inspire every kid and every community’s passion for hockey," said Jeff Robson, Foundation Chair, Hockey Alberta Foundation. "We are grateful for these continued funds to remove barriers so more kids can access the game, develop as leaders, and stay connected through sport. Together, we’re building stronger communities and ensuring every kid has a chance to experience the power of hockey."

"This investment from the EOCF is truly transformational for our work," said Michelle Skilnick, Manager, Foundation and Events at Hockey Alberta. "It allows us to reach more communities, remove more barriers, and give every child in Alberta a real opportunity to experience the game we all love."

Over the past four years, more than $3.2 million has been disbursed through our Every Kid Every Community and Member Grants programs. This funding has touched hundreds of communities and given over 10,000 kids the chance to try, play, and participate in local hockey programs opportunities made possible because of this partnership.

To learn more about the EKEC program visit the Hockey Alberta Foundation and the Every Kid Every Community Grant here.