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RECONNECTING THE HOCKEY COMMUNITY WITH DR. JODY CARRINGTON
Hockey Alberta is inviting you to Dr. Jody Carrington! Her message, “Kids These Days – Reconnecting our Hockey Community,” embraces Hockey Alberta’s values and can be heard on Friday, June 10, at the Hockey Alberta Summit presented by Sprung Arenas, Stantec and CANA.
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2022 ALBERTA CHALLENGE KICKS OFF IN RED DEER
Hockey Alberta’s Spring Showcase continues on Thursday as the 2022 Alberta Challenge gets underway in Red Deer. Six teams, comprised of 120 of the province’s top 2007 and 2008-born female athletes, are taking to the ice at the Gary W. Harris Canada Games Centre from Thursday to Sunday.
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ALBERTA CHALLENGE AND PROSPECTS CUP ROSTERS ANNOUNCED
Hockey Alberta has selected the 120 U15 female and 160 U13 male players who will be participating in the 2022 Alberta Challenge and Prospects Cup. The six-team Alberta Challenge tournament takes place May 5-8, and the eight-team Prospects Cup takes place May 12-15, both at the Gary W. Harris Canada Games Centre in Red Deer. Tickets can be purchased HERE.
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HOCKEY ALBERTA PROGRESSIVE 50/50 TICKETS NOW ON SALE
Hockey Alberta is giving you a chance to win big! From March 17 – April 10, the organization will be launching it’s inaugural progressive 50/50 during the Hockey Alberta Provincial Championships presented by ATB. There are early bird prizes available and a guaranteed prize up to $50,000.
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EQUITY, DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION TASK FORCE WORKS TO PROVIDE NEW VOICE IN ALBERTA
Providing a voice and learning about examples of racism and discrimination experienced in hockey are crucial responsibilities for a new Hockey Alberta task force. Since its creation in October, Hockey Alberta’s Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) Task Force has been working to understand the extent to which racism and lack of inclusion impacts hockey across the province.
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TICKETS FOR 2022 AHHF INDUCTION GALA NOW ON SALE
You can help celebrate the Class of 2022 on Sunday, July 17 at the Coast Hotel in Canmore. The Class of 2022 (originally introduced as the Class of 2020) includes: Bill Bucyk, Cassie Campbell-Pascall, Bob Clark, John Davidson, Dr. Randy Gregg, Ken Hitchcock, Jamie Macoun and the 1974-75 Lethbridge Native Sons.
TRAINING & EVALUATING POISE - COACH/PARENT SESSION
Join Hockey Alberta and presenter Riley Dudar on Thursday, March 3 at 7pm for a free online session discussing training and evaluating poise in minor hockey. This session is open to coaches, parents, MHA administrators/executives, and any others who are interested.
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THE COACHES SITE - GLOBAL SKILLS SHOWCASE
The Global Skills Showcase honours the world’s best skills coaches, bringing their expertise to a global audience. Exclusive to members of The Coaches Site, this 5-day virtual event will dive deep into the key elements and fundamental skills needed to develop elite hockey players.
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CENTRE ICE PODCAST: BLACK HISTORY MONTH
This episode features discussion and celebration around Black History month and includes: Toronto Maple Leafs Coaching Development Associate T.J. Millar, St. Albert U16 AAA Flyers forward Turner McIntyre, and Chairperson of Hockey Alberta’s Diversity Inclusion Committee Anton Joseph.
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NOMINATIONS OPEN FOR HOCKEY ALBERTA AWARDS
Hockey Alberta is proud to welcome ATB as a presenting sponsor of the 2022 Hockey Alberta Awards Program. Nominations are now being accepted for the six awards including: Volunteer of the Year, Coach of the Year, Player of the Year, Official of the Year, and Team of the Year.
SAVE THE DATE - HOCKEY ALBERTA SUMMIT
Sprung Arenas, Stantec and CANA are teaming up with Hockey Alberta to present the Hockey Alberta Summit, June 10-12, in Red Deer. All Hockey Alberta member organizations are invited to attend the weekend of development, education and networking. Information on registration will be available soon.
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THE RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN DEVELOPMENT AND EVALUATIONS: A COACH/PARENT SESSION Join Hockey Alberta and presenter Darryl Belfry on Wednesday, February 16 at 7pm for a free online session discussing the relationship between player development and evaluations in minor hockey.
SPRUNG ARENA SOLUTIONS Three Alberta based companies - Sprung Structures, Stantec and CANA have aligned to design and deliver three affordable complete arena solutions for rural communities. We take care of everything from logistics to construction. Reach out for more information!
THE COACHES SITE - GLOBAL SKILLS SHOWCASE The Global Skills Showcase honours the world’s best skills coaches, bringing their expertise to a global audience. Exclusive to members of The Coaches Site, this 5-day virtual event will dive deep into the key elements and fundamental skills needed to develop elite hockey players.
TEAM ALBERTA UPDATES ON 2023 CWG COACHES Serge Lajoie has been named as the Team Alberta U16 Male coach for the 2023 Canada Winter Games in PEI. Team Alberta is also seeking applications for the positions with the U16 Male and U18 Female teams.
COACH OF THE MONTH - ​​​​​​​CANDACE PATTEN Hockey Alberta’s Coach of the Month for January, sponsored by Players Bench Team Apparel, is Candace Patten of Battle River.
JOIN OUR TEAM! Hockey Alberta is now accepting applications for the position of Coordinator, Female Hockey. This position will work alongside to lead and guide Hockey Alberta volunteers, connecting them to the annual strategies aimed at advancing the game as it pertains specifically to female hockey.
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SPOTS STILL AVAILABLE FOR ALBERTA CHALLENGE AND PROSPECTS CUP REGIONAL CAMPS Spots are still available for the Alberta Challenge (2007-2008 Females) and Prospects Cup (2009 Males) regional camps. These events are part of Hockey Alberta’s Spring Showcase coming up in Red Deer. ALBERTA CHALLENGE > | PROSPECTS CUP >
CENTRE ICE PODCAST - EPISODE 19: ROB LITWINSKI AND LACEY SENUK The first episode of 2022 features Hockey Alberta’s CEO, Rob Litwinski, looking back on the year that was, and what lies ahead in 2022, along with Albertan and 2022 Winter Olympics official Lacey Senuk.
THE COACHES SITE Hockey Alberta and The Coaches Site are proud to team up to bring quality resources to coaches around the province. This month’s video features former Vancouver Canucks Head Coach Travis Green speaking on the evolution of a coach.
AFHL AND AEHL SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAMS NOW ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS The AFHL and AEHL are now accepting applications for their scholarship programs. The programs were created to help graduating players who exemplify the values of each league continue their education.
BECOMING PLAYER X Earn high school credits within this 26 lesson course where you’ll gain access to legendary mentors as they share wisdom, insights, and valuable lessons that they learned on their journeys to the game’s highest levels.
JOIN OUR TEAM! Hockey Alberta is now accepting applications for the position of Mentor, Female Hockey. This is a new role that focuses on providing quality service to coaches, membership, and stakeholders of Hockey Alberta.
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REGISTER NOW FOR FEMALE HOCKEY DAY Registration is now open for Hockey Alberta’s fourth annual Female Hockey Day, presented by ATB Financial - January 29 at the Servus Sports Centre in Lloydminster.
SPRUNG ARENAS Three Alberta based companies - Sprung Structures, Stantec and CANA have aligned to design and deliver three affordable, complete arena solutions for rural communities.
COACH OF THE MONTH - RANDAL THIESSEN Hockey Alberta’s Coach of the Month for December, sponsored by Players Bench Team Apparel, is Randal Thiessen of Edmonton.
REGISTER NOW FOR AN ALBERTA BUILT SKILLS CAMP Alberta Built Skills camps focus on teaching the right skills at the right time for your child. Hockey Alberta will be hosting multiple skills camps for all boys and girls from the U7 - U15 age levels.
$600,000 DISTRIBUTED TO GRASSROOTS PROGRAMS ACROSS NORTHERN ALBERTA 44 Member Program Grant applications were fulfilled, totaling more than $600,000 with more funding to come in 2022, as the next application deadline is February 28. FULL DETAILS > | APPLY FOR A GRANT >
HOCKEY FOR LIFE Alberta’s hockey community is filled with incredible people and incredible stories. Hockey for Life is our way of telling the stories from around the province that deserve to told!
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SPRING EVENTS RETURN TO RED DEER IN 2022 Hockey Alberta is excited to announce the return of the Alberta Cup, Alberta Challenge and Prospects Cup in 2022. MORE INFORMATION > | ALBERTA CHALLENGE APPRENTICE COACH APPLICATIONS >
YOUR NEW AT-HOME HOCKEY TRAINING APP Hockey Labs has daily workouts, skill and IQ lessons, and exclusive live sessions for Alberta Hockey players wanting to improve their game. Sign up with code ALBERTA30 for a 14-day free trial and $30 off your subscription.
HOCKEY ALBERTA ANNOUNCES PARTNERSHIP WITH THE COACHES SITE The Coaches Site is a community of like-minded coaches that are focused on sharing innovative tools and resources to build better programs, practice plans, and team dynamics. The partnership provides Hockey Alberta Members with access, for a reduced fee, to The Coaches Site and its abundance of coach resources.
CENTRE ICE PODCAST - EPISODE 17: HONOURING OUR TROOPS/HOCKEY FIGHTS CANCER Episode Seventeen of the Centre Ice Podcast focuses on two very important occurrences in November; Remembrance Day, and Hockey Fights Cancer, the latter of which is a month-long initiative by the National Hockey League.
HOCKEY ALBERTA IS CALLING FOR CASINO VOLUNTEERS Hockey Alberta is looking for volunteers to work a casino on December 28-29 in Edmonton. The organization is seeking volunteers to cover 40 shifts, which will help raise funds for kids across our province to enjoy this great game. Send us an email through the link below if you are interested!
HOCKEY FOR LIFE Alberta’s hockey community is filled with incredible people and incredible stories. Hockey Alberta wants to share your stories and celebrate the hockey community in our province. Submit your own or nominate someone from your community whose story deserves to be told! ZACH BOYCHUK > | SUBMIT YOUR OWN >
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HOST A PROVINCIAL CHAMPIONSHIP IN YOUR COMMUNITY!
Hockey Alberta is now accepting bids from Minor Hockey Associations interested in hosting the 2022 Provincial Championships.
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ALBERTA CUP, CHALLENGE, AND PROSPECTS COACH AND TRAINER APPLICATION DEADLINE NOVEMBER 15
There are only a few more days to apply to become a coach or trainer for the 2022 Alberta Cup, Alberta Challenge, or Prospects Cup in Red Deer.
COACH CERTIFICATIONS DEADLINE IS NOVEMBER 15
The deadline for coaches across Alberta to have their certifications completed in order to be eligible for the 2021-22 season is November 15. If you have completed a clinic, but your certifications are not showing properly, please have your association contact us.
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HOCKEY ALBERTA IS CALLING FOR VOLUNTEERS
Hockey Alberta is looking for volunteers to work a casino on December 28-29 in Edmonton. The organization is seeking volunteers to cover 40 shifts, which will help raise funds for kids across our province to enjoy this great game. Send us an email through the link below if you are interested!
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Alberta’s hockey community is filled with incredible people and incredible stories. Hockey Alberta wants to share your stories and celebrate the hockey community in our province. Submit your own or nominate someone from your community whose story deserves to be told!
PETE VANDERMEER > | SUBMIT YOUR OWN >
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TEN ALBERTA COMMUNITIES SELECTED TO HOST WORLD JUNIOR TROPHY TOUR Ten communities around the province are preparing to host a stop on the World Junior Trophy Tour in celebration of the 2022 IIHF World Junior Hockey Championship.
OILERS COMMUNITY FOUNDATION AND HOCKEY ALBERTA FOUNDATION TEAM UP TO SUPPORT GRASSROOTS HOCKEY In a team effort to make a significant impact in growing the game of hockey in Northern Alberta, the Edmonton Oilers Community Foundation (EOCF) has generously committed $1.5 million in funding to the Hockey Alberta Foundation (HAF).
TEAM ALBERTA U18 FEMALE ROSTER NAMED FOR 2021 WESTERN REGIONAL WOMEN’S U18 CHAMPIONSHIPS Hockey Alberta is pleased to announce the Team Alberta roster for the U18 Female squad that will represent the province at the 2021 Western Regional Women’s U18 Championships in Portage la Prairie, MB. ROSTER > | WESTERN REGIONAL CHAMPIONSHIPS > CENTRE ICE PODCAST - EPISODE 15: THE WHL CUP Episode Fifteen of the Centre Ice Podcast is focused around the 2021 WHL Cup, which ran Oct 20-24 in Red Deer, where Team Alberta U16 Male battled BC, Saskatchewan and Manitoba.
NOTICE OF 2021 ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING AND BOARD OF DIRECTORS NOMINATIONS UPDATE Hockey Alberta is hosting its Annual General Meeting (AGM) on Thursday, November 25. The meeting will be held virtually, using Zoom, starting at 7:00 PM (MST).
HOCKEY FOR LIFE Alberta’s hockey community is filled with incredible people and incredible stories. Hockey Alberta wants to share your stories and celebrate the hockey community in our province. Submit your own or nominate someone from your community whose story deserves to be told! MIKE ROGERS > | SUBMIT YOUR OWN >
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APPLICATIONS OPEN FOR 2022 ALBERTA CUP, CHALLENGE & PROSPECTS COACHES AND TRAINERS Hockey Alberta is now accepting applications for coaches, trainers and directors of operations for the 2022 Alberta Cup, Alberta Challenge, and Prospects Cup. All events are taking place in Red Deer at the Gary W. Harris Canada Games Centre in April and May. Applications for all positions close November 15.
HOCKEY ALBERTA HOSTING ELITE COACH DEVELOPMENT SERIES Hockey Alberta is hosting an Elite Coach Development Series featuring current WHL coaches covering a variety of topics, hosted via Zoom. There are five sessions that will take place on Monday’s at 8pm from October 18 - November 15, with no cost to attend.
TEAM ALBERTA U16 MALE ROSTER ANNOUNCED FOR 2021 WHL CUP Hockey Alberta is pleased to announce the Team Alberta roster for the U16 Male squad that will represent the province at the 2021 WHL Cup in Red Deer.
HOCKEY FOR LIFE Alberta’s hockey community is filled with incredible people and incredible stories. Hockey Alberta wants to share your stories and celebrate the hockey community in our province. Submit your own or nominate someone from your community whose story deserves to be told! DENISE BROADBENT > | SUBMIT YOUR OWN >
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NATIONAL DAY FOR TRUTH AND RECONCILIATION
Thursday marked the first National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, as declared in June by the Government of Canada. The day honours the lost children and Survivors of residential schools, their families and communities. Hockey Alberta sat down with Enoch Cree Hockey Association President Jordan Courtepatte to discuss what the day means to him.
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2021-22 UPDATED SEASON PLAN FOR SANCTIONED HOCKEY IN ALBERTA
Hockey Alberta has updated the 2021-2022 Season Plan that outlines the minimum standards for Hockey Alberta’s Members to undertake hockey activities this season.
CENTRE ICE PODCAST - EPISODE 14: NATIONAL COACHES WEEK
The Centre Ice Podcast is back for the 2021-22 hockey season, and Episode Fourteen is all about celebrating National Coaches Week (Sept 18-26).
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HOCKEY ALBERTA ANNOUNCES 2021 LIFE MEMBERS
Hockey Alberta is proud to announce that three long-time volunteers have been recognized with Life Membership status for their decades of service to minor hockey. George Kallay, Terry Ledingham and Annie Orton are the new Life Members.
TRAXX COACHLINES ON BOARD AS OFFICIAL TRANSPORTATION PROVIDER
Hockey Alberta is pleased to announce TRAXX Coachlines as its official team transportation provider.
COACH OF THE MONTH, PRESENTED BY PLAYERS BENCH IS BACK FOR 2021-22
Hockey Alberta’s Coach of the Month - presented by Players Bench Team Apparel - recognizes coaches who go above and beyond for their teams. Throughout the year coaches will be recognized for their efforts, with each Coach of the Month receiving a coaching package valued at over $500.
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Alberta’s hockey community is filled with incredible people and incredible stories. Hockey Alberta wants to share your stories and celebrate the hockey community in our province. Submit your own or nominate someone from your community whose story deserves to be told!
SERGE LAJOIE > | LESLEY BURTON > | SUBMIT YOUR OWN >
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COACHING CLINIC REGISTRATION NOW OPEN FOR 2021-22 SEASON Coaching Clinic registration is now open for 2021-22. With a new platform, the registration process has changed from previous years, so make sure you view our Coaching Requirements page for instructions on how to get registered properly. All coaching requirements must be completed by November 15, 2021. Officials clinics should be open for registration within the next week.
REGISTER NOW FOR HOCKEY ALBERTA’S MHA SAFETY LEADER TRAINING DAY On September 18, join Hockey Alberta for a day focusing on providing the opportunity for MHA Safety Leaders to develop their skills as leaders and share resources and best practices that will enhance safety within your association. Sessions will be held at the Gary W. Harris Canada Games Centre in Red Deer, and made available online via Zoom.
HOCKEY CANADA ANNOUNCES NEW MALTREATMENT PLAYING RULE FOR 2021-22 SEASON In furthering its commitment to being leaders in safety and inclusivity, Hockey Canada has introduced an update to its rulebook to focus on recognizing and reporting incidents of maltreatment.
CHALLENGES, OPPORTUNITIES, AND POTENTIAL SOLUTIONS DISCUSSED DURING INDIGENOUS HOCKEY SUMMIT Indigenous youth face many challenges when it comes to participating in hockey in Alberta. And while the challenges are significant, the opportunities and potential solutions were an important focus during Friday night’s keynote discussion to open Hockey Alberta’s Indigenous Hockey Summit.
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WIN BIG, GIVE BIG WITH THE WOMEN’S WORLD CHAMPIONSHIPS ONLINE 50/50 Hockey Canada, in partnership with the Hockey Alberta Foundation, is encouraging fans to win big, give big with the 2021 IIHF Women’s World Championship online 50/50 draw, presented by DynaLIFE Medical Labs, during every Team Canada game day starting August 20 and including the quarterfinals, semifinals and medal-round games.
DITCH THE PAPER AND SPREADSHEETS AT TRYOUTS WITH TEAMGENIUS Hockey Alberta and TeamGenius are partnering up this season to help minor hockey volunteers ditch the paper and spreadsheets at tryouts this season.
BOARD OF DIRECTORS RECRUITMENT NOTICE The Alberta Amateur Hockey Association (Hockey Alberta) is seeking qualified candidates for three (3) Director at Large positions on its Board of Directors. Deadline to submit a nomination package is AUGUST 31, 2021.
BID FOR A CHANCE TO BRING THE WORLD JUNIOR TROPHY TO YOUR COMMUNITY Hockey Alberta, Hockey Canada, and the World Juniors are teaming up to give your community the chance to host the World Junior Championship Trophy this fall. The deadline to apply is September 1.
ONE WEEK LEFT TO REGISTER FOR HOCKEY ALBERTA’S INDIGENOUS HOCKEY SUMMIT Registration is open for the 2021 Indigenous Hockey Summit, which runs virtually on August 27-28, beginning with a keynote panel on August 27 featuring Wacey Rabbit, his father, Marvin Yellowhorn, Jordan Courtepatte, and Theo Fleury. REGISTER NOW >
UPDATE ON 2021-22 COACHING CLINIC REGISTRATION Hockey Alberta has been working diligently with Hockey Canada over the past few months to ensure an efficient and positive registration experience for coaches entering clinics this fall. As with any new program, the new HCR 3.0 system has come with a few setbacks during the initiation process. We are currently working through those setbacks and hope to have clinic registration ready in the next couple of weeks.
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BID FOR A CHANCE TO BRING THE WORLD JUNIOR TROPHY TO YOUR COMMUNITY Hockey Alberta, Hockey Canada, and the World Juniors are teaming up to give your community the chance to host the World Junior Championship Trophy this fall.
$92,500 RAISED FOR EVERY KID EVERY COMMUNITY Every kid in every community will have a better opportunity to hit the ice this year with the $92,500 raised at the 2021 Hockey Alberta Foundation Golf Classic presented by the 2022 IIHF World Junior Championship.
THEO FLEURY TO JOIN KEYNOTE PANEL AT THE 2021 INDIGENOUS HOCKEY SUMMIT Hockey Alberta and the Indigenous Sport Council of Alberta of Alberta are pleased to announced the addition of Theo Fleury to the 2021 Indigenous Hockey Summit.
ALBERTA BUILT SUMMER CAMPS Alberta Built Skill Camps are right around the corner and camp options are available across the province! Each camp is focused on developing specific individual and team skills with instruction from the top coaches in the province.
SCHEDULE AND ROSTER RELEASED FOR 2021 WOMEN’S WORLD CHAMPIONSHIPS Alberta’s hockey community is filled with incredible people and incredible stories. Hockey Alberta wants to share your stories and celebrate the hockey community in our province. Submit your own or nominate someone from your community whose story deserves to be told! SCHEDULE > | CANADIAN ROSTER >
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GROW THE GAME: ONLINE ANTI-RACISM RESOURCES Grant MacEwan University has developed the “Grow the Game” initiative for online anti-racism resources for hockey. The goal of the project is to fill the gap around racism information, education, awareness and its impact on those in the hockey community, both on and off the ice.
COMMUNITY PARTNERS INSPIRE HOCKEY FOR LIFE With Hockey Alberta ready for Stage 3 of the Government of Alberta’s Open for Summer Plan, the Hockey Alberta Foundation and Every Kid Every Community has teamed up with Sports Central, Calgary Flames Sports Bank and KidSport to help eliminate the financial barriers of playing hockey.
JOIN US FOR THE 2021 INDIGENOUS HOCKEY SUMMIT The 2021 Indigenous Hockey Summit, presented by Hockey Alberta and the Indigenous Sport Council of Alberta, runs virtually on August 27-28, beginning with a Keynote Panel on August 27 featuring Wacey Rabbit, his father, Marvin Yellowhorn, and Jordan Courtepatte. REGISTER NOW >
ALBERTA BUILT SUMMER CAMPS Alberta Built Skill Camps are filling up for August. Camp options are now available across the province! Each camp is focused on developing specific individual and team skills with instruction from the top coaches in the province.
HOCKEY FOR LIFE Alberta’s hockey community is filled with incredible people and incredible stories. Hockey Alberta wants to share your stories and celebrate the hockey community in our province. Submit your own or nominate someone from your community whose story deserves to be told! CLAYTON ANDERSON > | SUBMIT YOUR OWN >
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REGISTRATION NOW OPEN FOR 2021 INDIGENOUS HOCKEY SUMMIT The 2021 Indigenous Hockey Summit, presented by Hockey Alberta and the Indigenous Sport Council of Alberta, runs virtually on August 27-28, beginning with a Keynote Panel on August 27 featuring Wacey Rabbit, his father, Marvin Yellowhorn, and Jordan Courtepatte. REGISTER NOW >
HOCKEY ALBERTA IS SEEKING BOARD OF DIRECTOR NOMINATIONS AND MEMBER LIAISON APPLICATIONS Hockey Alberta is seeking qualified candidates for three (3) Director at Large positions on its Board of Directors. Deadline to submit a nomination package is AUGUST 31, 2021. In addition, Hockey Alberta is now accepting applications and nominations for five (5) Member Liaison positions.
WORLD JUNIORS ARE TEEING IT UP WITH THE HOCKEY ALBERTA FOUNDATION The Hockey Alberta Foundation is excited to announce the 2022 IIHF World Junior Championship as the official presenting sponsor of the 2021 Hockey Alberta Foundation Golf Classic.
HOCKEY ALBERTA AND TEAMGENIUS ANNOUNCE PLAYER EVALUATION TECHNOLOGY PARTNERSHIP Hockey Alberta and TeamGenius, the leading hockey player evaluation app based out of Minneapolis, MN, have entered into a partnership to improve tryouts at minor hockey associations across Alberta.
ALBERTA BUILT SUMMER CAMPS Alberta Built Skill Camps are filling up for August. Camp options are now available across the province! Each camp is focused on developing specific individual and team skills with instruction from the top coaches in the province.
HOCKEY FOR LIFE Alberta’s hockey community is filled with incredible people and incredible stories. Hockey Alberta wants to share your stories and celebrate the hockey community in our province. Submit your own or nominate someone from your community whose story deserves to be told! JUSTIN CONNELLY > | SUBMIT YOUR OWN >
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CENTRE ICE: THE HOCKEY ALBERTA PODCAST - EPISODE 13: WACEY RABBIT AND GLENN WITMAN Episode Thirteen of the Centre Ice Podcast features Glenn Witman, the Co-Founder of the You Can Play Project, and 2003 Canada Winter Games gold medalist and 2007 Memorial Cup Champion Wacey Rabbit, a proud member of the Kainai Nation.
NATIONAL INDIGENOUS PEOPLES DAY & MONTH - KYLE DODGINGHORSE Nearly 20 years ago, Kyle Dodginghorse stepped behind the bench for the first time to coach at the Alberta Treaty Hockey Games and Native Provincials. He now sits on Hockey Alberta’s Indigenous Hockey Committee and is the Hockey Coordinator for Tsuut’ina Nation.
IF YOU CAN PLAY, YOU CAN PLAY If you can play, you can play. It’s that simple for those involved with the You Can Play Project.
REGISTRATION NOW OPEN FOR TEAM ALBERTA SELECTION CAMPS Registration is now open for the 2021 Team Alberta U16 Male and U18 Female Summer Selection Camps, Fuelled by Gatorade. The U16 Male camp runs August 3-8 and the U18 Female camp runs August 10-15, both at the Gary W. Harris Canada Games Centre in Red Deer.
REGISTRATION NOW OPEN FOR 2021-22 FIRST SHIFT PROGRAM Do you have a child aged 6-10 years who is ready to fall in love with hockey? Registration is now open for the 2021-22 NHL/NHLPA First Shift program.The NHL/NHLPA First Shift program is designed to ensure a positive experience for new-to-hockey families by offering a low-cost entry program to hockey.
HOCKEY ALBERTA TEAM STORE NOW OPEN FOR A LIMITED TIME We’ve set up a Team Alberta Store just in time for Summer Selection and Skills Camps! The Hockey Alberta Store will be active until July 5. All orders received by July 5 will be processed and arrive in time prior to the start of summer camps.
ALBERTA BUILT SUMMER CAMPS REGISTRATION NOW OPEN Alberta Built Skill Camps are filling up for August. Register today to ensure your child receives a spot! Each camp is focused on developing specific individual and team skills with instruction from the top coaches in the province.
HOCKEY FOR LIFE Alberta’s hockey community is filled with incredible people and incredible stories. Hockey Alberta wants to share your stories and celebrate the hockey community in our province. Submit your own or nominate someone from your community whose story deserves to be told! YOU CAN PLAY > | KYLE DODGINGHORSE > | SUBMIT YOUR OWN >
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WE’RE READY! Hockey Alberta and its member minor hockey associations are READY and encouraging you to get registered for the 2021-22 hockey season.
SAVE THE DATE - 2021 INDIGENOUS HOCKEY SUMMIT Hockey Alberta, in partnership with the Indigenous Sport Council of Alberta, is pleased to announce the inaugural Indigenous Hockey Summit, set for August 27-28.
REGISTRATION NOW OPEN FOR THE FUTURE LEADERS DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM The Future Leader Development Program is designed to train and mentor post-secondary students in the area of coaching. In the 2021 version of the program, selected future leaders will be trained through virtual sessions that include: skill development, leadership, team building and practice planning.
TEAM ALBERTA’S PATH FORWARD Hockey Alberta has announced details for the Team Alberta U16 Male and U18 Female Summer Camps, Fuelled by Gatorade.
ALBERTA BUILT SUMMER CAMPS REGISTRATION NOW OPEN Alberta Built Skill Camp options are now available for July and August. Each camp is focused on developing specific individual and team skills, and follow the principles of the Long Term Player Development (LTPD) model adopted by Hockey Alberta and Hockey Canada.
HOCKEY FOR LIFE Alberta’s hockey community is filled with incredible people and incredible stories. Hockey Alberta wants to share your stories and celebrate the hockey community in our province. Submit your own or nominate someone from your community whose story deserves to be told! ALEX LE > | DEVIN BUFFALO > | SUBMIT YOUR OWN >
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CENTRE ICE PODCAST - EPISODE TWELVE: CASSIE CAMPBELL-PASCAL AND STEVEN TSUJIURA Episode Twelve of the Centre Ice Podcast features a pair of players who coincidentally both played in the 1998 Winter Olympics in Japan, one for Team Canada, and one for Japan - Cassie Campbell-Pascal and Steven Tsujiura LISTEN AND WATCH > | OTHER EPISODES >
ASIAN HERITAGE MONTH - KASSY BETINOL Kassy Betinol credits her brothers for getting her into the sport that has given her everything.
ASHLEY SHRODE AND ALLYSON BENDFELD NAMED REGIONAL FINALISTS FOR BFL FEMALE COACH OF THE YEAR Congratulations to Ashley Shrode and Allyson Bendfeld on being named Alberta’s 2021 BFL Female Coaches of the Year by Hockey Canada.
ALBERTA BUILT SUMMER CAMPS REGISTRATION NOW OPEN Alberta Built Skill Camp options are now available for July and August. Each camp is focused on developing specific individual and team skills, and follow the principles of the Long Term Player Development (LTPD) model adopted by Hockey Alberta and Hockey Canada.
HOCKEY FOR LIFE Alberta’s hockey community is filled with incredible people and incredible stories. Hockey Alberta wants to share your stories and celebrate the hockey community in our province. Submit your own or nominate someone from your community whose story deserves to be told! STEVE TSUJIURA > | KASSY BETINOL > | SUBMIT YOUR OWN >
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CENTRE ICE PODCAST - EPISODE ELEVEN: LACEY SENUK AND KYLE REHMAN Episode Eleven of the Centre Ice Podcast focuses on one of the most under-appreciated positions in the game: the official, featuring interviews with two of Alberta’s biggest success stories in Level Five Official Lacey Senuk, and NHL Referee Kyle Rehman. LISTEN AND WATCH > | OTHER EPISODES >
ASIAN HERITAGE MONTH - LARRY KWONG Larry Kwong’s NHL career lasted all of a New York minute, though that minute changed the game forever.
VOLUNTEER APPLICATIONS NOW OPEN Hockey Alberta is accepting applications to fill volunteer roles within our Operational Committees for the 2021-22 hockey season. View the Hockey Alberta Volunteers page for available roles and the volunteer application form. BREAKFAST WITH BECKETT: THE LIFE OF A U11 GOALIE Life as a 10-year-old goaltender can be busy navigating through school, hockey practices, and spending time with friends. For one hockey player in Strathcona, he has found the time to add in so much more.
GRINDSTONE AWARD FOUNDATION GRANT APPLICATIONS OPEN UNTIL JUNE 30 Do you know of a female hockey player who is being kept off the ice due to financial constraints? The Grindstone Award Foundation can help. Check out their website for more information on their grants!
ALBERTA BUILT SUMMER CAMPS REGISTRATION NOW OPEN Alberta Built Skill Camp options are now available for July and August. Each camp is focused on developing specific individual and team skills, and follow the principles of the Long Term Player Development (LTPD) model adopted by Hockey Alberta and Hockey Canada. CAMP OPTIONS AND REGISTRATION >
HOCKEY FOR LIFE Alberta’s hockey community is filled with incredible people and incredible stories. Hockey Alberta wants to share your stories and celebrate the hockey community in our province. Submit your own or nominate someone from your community whose story deserves to be told! BECKETT WILLIAM > | DAVE CAMPBELL > | SUBMIT YOUR OWN >
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COACH OF THE MONTH - YEAR-END WINNERS As a wrap-up to the 2020-21 season, Hockey Alberta is featuring four outstanding coaches as recipients of the Coach of the Month recognition - sponsored by Players Bench Team Apparel. Hockey Alberta is pleased to recognize Brad McCoy, Tracy Desmarais, Derek McEwan, and Lee Zalasky. BRAD MCCOY > | TRACY DESMARAIS > | DEREK MCEWAN > | LEE ZALASKY >
THE BEST HOCKEY MOM: MOTHER’S DAY CONTEST Why is your mom the best hockey mom? We want to know! Submit your one-minute (or less) video telling us why your mom is the BEST hockey mom for a chance to win a special Mother’s Day prize package!
THANK YOU VOLUNTEERS! To celebrate National Volunteer Week, Hockey Alberta is shining the spotlight on a handful of volunteers who make a huge impact on the sport in Alberta.
HOCKEY FOR LIFE Alberta’s hockey community is filled with incredible people and incredible stories. Hockey Alberta wants to share your stories and celebrate the hockey community in our province. Submit your own or nominate someone from your community whose story deserves to be told! BRENDA DYCK > | KEVIN KURYLUK > | SUBMIT YOUR OWN >
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REGISTER NOW FOR THE FUTURE COACHES PROGRAM! Hockey Alberta’s Future Coaches Program educates U18 level male and female hockey players in the areas of coaching, skill instruction and leadership. The program will be held online via Zoom on April 24 & 25.
HOCKEY CANADA OFFICIALS PATHWAY UNVEILED Hockey Canada has unveiled its new Officials Pathway, effective for the 2021-22 season.
CENTRE ICE PODCAST - EPISODE 10: BROADCASTING LEGENDS Since 2019, Canadians have been encouraged to wear green on April 7 to promote organ donation, in honour of Alberta’s Logan Boulet, one of the 16 people who died in the Humboldt Broncos bus crash. This year, though, Green Shirt Day has official recognition in Alberta. MORE INFORMATION >
HOCKEY FOR LIFE Alberta’s hockey community is filled with incredible people and incredible stories. Hockey Alberta wants to share your stories and celebrate the hockey community in our province. Submit your own or nominate someone from your community whose story deserves to be told! TED HUTCHINGS > | RON MACLEAN > | SUBMIT YOUR OWN >
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JOIN OUR TEAM! Hockey Alberta is seeking a talented and energetic professional to join the organization as our newest Coordinator, Elite Male Hockey.
CENTRE ICE PODCAST - EPISODE 9: COACHING SUCCESS STORIES Episode Nine of the Centre Ice Podcast features a pair of Alberta’s coaching success stories, with former National Women’s Team Coach and four-time Olympic gold medalist Mel Davidson, and Colorado Avalanche Assistant Coach Ray Bennett, who’s been coaching in the NHL for over 20 years.
REGISTER NOW FOR THE FUTURE COACHES PROGRAM! Hockey Alberta’s Future Coaches Program educates U18 level male and female hockey players in the areas of coaching, skill instruction and leadership. The program will be held online via Zoom on April 24 & 25.
APRIL 7 OFFICIALLY DECLARED GREEN SHIRT DAY IN ALBERTA Since 2019, Canadians have been encouraged to wear green on April 7 to promote organ donation, in honour of Alberta’s Logan Boulet, one of the 16 people who died in the Humboldt Broncos bus crash. This year, though, Green Shirt Day has official recognition in Alberta.
ALBERTA BUILT SKILLS CAMPS Alberta Built Skills Camps are back for Spring 2021! Each camp is focused on developing specific individual and team skills, and follow the principles of the Long Term Player Development model adopted by Hockey Alberta and Hockey Canada.
HOCKEY FOR LIFE Alberta’s hockey community is filled with incredible people and incredible stories. Hockey Alberta wants to share your stories and celebrate the hockey community in our province. Submit your own or nominate someone from your community whose story deserves to be told! RAY BENNETT > | LANNY MCDONALD > | SUBMIT YOUR OWN >
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COACH OF THE MONTH - NOMINATION DEADLINE MARCH 22 Do you have a coach that has had a positive impact on your team through the 2020-21 season? Hockey Alberta is still accepting nominations for the Coach of the Month program, sponsored by Players Bench Team Apparel.
ALBERTA BUILT SKILLS CAMPS Alberta Built Skills Camps are back for Spring 2021! Each camp is focused on developing specific individual and team skills, and follow the principles of the Long Term Player Development model adopted by Hockey Alberta and Hockey Canada.
2021-22 NHL/NHLPA FIRST SHIFT HOST APPLICATION PROCESS OPEN The application period for local hockey associations wishing to host the NHL/NHLPA First Shift in 2021-22 is NOW OPEN! The six-week learn to play program, open to co-ed, female and para hockey host associations, continues to focus on having fun while learning basic skills. Full head-to-toe Bauer equipment is included with registration.
NOMINATE YOUR COACH FOR THE BFL FEMALE COACH OF THE YEAR! Hockey Canada and BFL Canada are on the hunt for the country’s best women’s hockey coaches, and they are calling on players and parents from coast to coast to coast to nominate coaches who have made significant contributions to the game. Nominations for the BFL Female Coach of the Year award are closing on March 30. INFORMATION AND NOMINATION FORM >
HOCKEY FOR LIFE Alberta’s hockey community is filled with incredible people and incredible stories. Hockey Alberta wants to share your stories and celebrate the hockey community in our province. Submit your own or nominate someone from your community whose story deserves to be told! ALLY BENDFELD > | MEL DAVIDSON > | SUBMIT YOUR OWN >
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ALBERTA BUILT SKILLS CAMPS ARE BACK! Alberta Built Skills Camps are back for Spring 2021! Each camp is focused on developing specific individual and team skills, and follow the principles of the Long Term Player Development model adopted by Hockey Alberta and Hockey Canada.
COACH OF THE MONTH - YEAR END WRAP UP Do you have a coach that has had a positive impact on your team through the 2020-21 season? Hockey Alberta is still accepting nominations for the Coach of the Month program, sponsored by Players Bench Team Apparel.
THE COACHES SITE TO HOST GLOBAL SKILLS SHOWCASE IN MARCH The evolution of hockey has been led by the increase in skill of its players. Join these dedicated elite level coaches as they share their knowledge during The Coaches Site Global Skills Showcase, March 22-26. 2021-22 NHL/NHLPA FIRST SHIFT HOST APPLICATION PROCESS OPEN The application period for local hockey associations wishing to host the NHL/NHLPA First Shift in 2021-22 is NOW OPEN! The six-week learn to play program continues to focus on having fun while learning basic skills. Full head-to-toe Bauer equipment is included with registration.
HOCKEY ALBERTA FOUNDATION ACCEPTED INTO BIRDIES FOR KIDS PROGRAM The Hockey Alberta Foundation has been accepted as a participating charity in the Birdies for Kids program, presented by AltaLink. Within this fundraising program, Hockey Alberta Foundation will receive 100 per cent of every donation accepted on its behalf and allows for additional funding of up to 50 per cent of the original donation.
CENTRE ICE PODCAST - EPISODE 8: HOCKEY IS FOR EVERYONE Episode Eight of the Centre Ice Podcast takes a closer look at the inequality and discrimination faced by many in the game, but also focuses on the steps being taken to make hockey a safe and welcoming place for everyone.
HOCKEY FOR LIFE Alberta’s hockey community is filled with incredible people and incredible stories. Hockey Alberta wants to share your stories and celebrate the hockey community in our province. Submit your own or nominate someone from your community whose story deserves to be told! MATT DUMBA > | GRANT FUHR > | SUBMIT YOUR OWN >
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THE CANMORE U13 A EAGLES NEED YOUR VOTE Less than a week remains for Alberta’s hockey community to cast online votes in support of the Canmore Eagles U13A team. The Rockies Hockey League squad is Alberta’s regional finalist in the Chevrolet Good Deeds Cup. And if Alberta casts enough votes, the Eagles will earn the $100,000 first prize in support of their selected charitable group - Rocky Mountain Adaptive Program.
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ONLINE COACH DEVELOPMENT OPPORTUNITY Hockey Alberta is hosting a free online coach development session covering the topic of Maximizing Athlete Development. Roger Grillo, long time NCAA Division I Coach, will share his perspective on the process of creating and developing athletes on the ice.
NORTHSTARS CARES AND HOCKEY ALBERTA FOUNDATION TEAM UP TO SUPPORT HEROS HOCKEY The Calgary Northstars U15 Players and their families have accepted a challenge to raise $10,000 for the SuperHEROS Program for the upcoming 2021-22 hockey season. This money will allow them to put another team on the ice from their existing wait list. The team, along with the help of The Hockey Alberta Foundation are organizing an online auction that will run the month of February 2021.
CENTRE ICE PODCAST - EPISODE SEVEN: GRANT FUHR AND CASSANDRA VILGRAIN Episode Seven of the Centre Ice Podcast is centred around Black History Month, and celebrating the Albertans who pushed through adversity to achieve success, featuring interviews with Team Alberta alumna Cassandra Vilgrain, and legendary goaltender Grant Fuhr.
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HOCKEY FOR LIFE Alberta’s hockey community is filled with incredible people and incredible stories. Hockey Alberta wants to share your stories and celebrate the hockey community in our province. Submit your own or nominate someone from your community whose story deserves to be told!
DUMBA FAMILY > | DENNIS ZUKIWSKY > | SUBMIT YOUR OWN >
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REGISTRATION OPEN FOR VIRTUAL 2021 FEMALE HOCKEY DAY Time is running out to register for 2021 Female Hockey Day, which will be taking place virtually (via Zoom) on January 30 & 31. The cost for each participant is $15.
CHEVROLET GOOD DEEDS CUP SUBMISSION DEADLINE - JANUARY 28 The Chevrolet Good Deeds Cup wants to inspire young Canadians to do good by transforming the positive values learned through hockey into Good Deeds within their communities. The goal of the program is to develop hockey players on and off the ice.
HOCKEY FOR LIFE Alberta’s hockey community is filled with incredible people and incredible stories. Hockey Alberta wants to share your stories and celebrate the hockey community in our province. Submit your own or nominate someone from your community whose story deserves to be told!
LORNA LEBLANC > | LACEY SENUK > | SUBMIT YOUR OWN >
CENTRE ICE PODCAST - EPISODE SIX: ACCESSIBILITY TO HOCKEY Episode Six of the Center Ice Podcast focuses on the importance of keeping hockey - and sport in general - accessible to everyone.
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HAPPY NEW YEAR FROM HOCKEY ALBERTA The calendar has flipped to 2021 and Hockey Alberta is excited for all of the challenges and triumphs that this new year will bring us. We hope to see you all back in a rink soon!
REGISTRATION NOW OPEN FOR VIRTUAL 2021 FEMALE HOCKEY DAY Registration is now open for 2021 Female Hockey Day, which will be taking place virtually (via Zoom) on January 30 & 31. The cost for each participant is $15.
HOCKEY GIVES BACK ACROSS ALBERTA The hockey community always shines brightest during the holiday season, and, despite many obstacles, 2020 is no different. Hockey Alberta is featuring the good deeds of teams from across the province this holiday season.
HOCKEY FOR LIFE Alberta’s hockey community is filled with incredible people and incredible stories. Hockey Alberta wants to share your stories and celebrate the hockey community in our province. Submit your own or nominate someone from your community whose story deserves to be told!
JORDAN EBERLE > | SHAWN BELLE > | SUBMIT YOUR OWN >
NEXXT LEVEL FEMALE OFFICIALS FORUM TO BE HOSTED BY VARIOUS ALBERTA SPORTS ORGANIZATIONS Five Alberta sports organizations have come together to support a virtual event for female sports officials. The event will bring together an elite panel of speakers who have officiated at a world class level. Each speaker, through personal experience, will offer insight, lessons learned, and potential pathways to aspiring, young officials.
2020 YEAR IN REVIEW The year 2020 was a challenging one. As a hockey community it was one of change, adversity and adaptation. - along with many positive stories. Please join us in looking back on the top stories for Hockey Alberta in 2020.
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HOCKEY CANADA UNVEILS 50/50 DRAW DETAILS FOR 2021 WORLD JUNIORS Although the 2021 IIHF World Junior Championship will be played without fans in the arena in Edmonton, plans have been unveiled for fans in Alberta to engage in the World Juniors. Fans in Alberta can purchase tickets from 9 a.m. to 10 p.m. MT on game days.
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HAPPY HOLIDAYS FROM HOCKEY ALBERTA! From the staff, board and volunteers of Hockey Alberta, we would like to wish you a safe and wonderful Holiday Season!
HOCKEY GIVES BACK ACROSS ALBERTA The hockey community always shines brightest during the holiday season, and, despite many obstacles, 2020 is no different. Hockey Alberta is featuring the good deeds of teams from across the province this holiday season.
2021 FEMALE HOCKEY TO BE HELD VIRTUALLY ON JANUARY 30 & 31 Hockey Alberta is pleased to announce that 2021 Female Hockey Day will be taking place virtually (via Zoom) on January 30 & 31. Registration will open on January 4.
HOCKEY FOR LIFE Alberta’s hockey community is filled with incredible people and incredible stories. Hockey Alberta wants to share your stories and celebrate the hockey community in our province. Submit your own or nominate someone from your community whose story deserves to be told!
MICHELLE SKILNICK > | JASON WIWAD > | SUBMIT YOUR OWN >
MAJOR LEAGUE SOCKS PAIRS UP WITH HOCKEY ALBERTA FOUNDATION For every pair of socks sold HERE between November 19 and December 31, using code ’hockeyalberta’ at checkout, Major League Socks will donate $6 per pair back to the Every Kid Every Community Program. Your team can also win a Zoom call with an NHL player by sending out the link to friends and family. The team with the most socks sold will get a 30 minute zoom call with an Oilers or Flames player, as well as a set of teams socks of their choice.
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HOCKEY FOR LIFE Alberta’s hockey community is filled with incredible people and incredible stories. Hockey Alberta wants to share your stories and celebrate the hockey community in our province. Submit your own or nominate someone from your community whose story deserves to be told!
KYLE KOWALSKI > | FESYK FAMILY > | SUBMIT YOUR OWN >
MOVING MOUNTAINS FOR MIGHTY MAX A Fairview family is seeking help for their son, Max, who was recently diagnosed with Spinal Muscular Atrophy type 2. The GoFundMe currently sits at over $365,000 on the way to the $2.8 million goal.
COACH OF THE MONTH - RANDY ROSEN Hockey Alberta’s Coach of the Month, sponsored by Players Bench Team Apparel, is Randy Rosen of Sherwood Park. In August, Randy was diagnosed with Stage 4 Cancer. Despite a very poor prognosis, Randy decided that he still had so much to give back to the community and that he wanted to continue coaching.
CENTRE ICE PODCAST - NAVIGATING THE PAUSE Episode Four of the Center Ice podcast focuses on how teams who are affected by the Government of Alberta’s Public Health Order can navigate the pause on hockey.
MAJOR LEAGUE SOCKS PAIRS UP WITH HOCKEY ALBERTA FOUNDATION For every pair of socks sold HERE between November 19 and December 31, using code ’hockeyalberta’ at checkout, Major League Socks will donate $6 per pair back to the Every Kid Every Community Program. Your team can also win a Zoom call with an NHL player by sending out the link to friends and family. The team with the most socks sold will get a 30 minute zoom call with an Oilers or Flames player, as well as a set of teams socks of their choice.
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MAJOR LEAGUE SOCKS PAIRS UP WITH HOCKEY ALBERTA FOUNDATION
For every pair of socks sold HERE between November 19 and December 31, using code ’hockeyalberta’ at checkout, Major League Socks will donate $6 per pair back to the Every Kid Every Community Program. Your team can also win a Zoom call with an NHL player by sending out the link to friends and family. The team with the most socks sold will get a 30 minute zoom call with an Oilers or Flames player, as well as a set of teams socks of their choice.
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VIRA, ZINGER ELECTED TO HOCKEY ALBERTA BOARD | BARTLETT, HAYDEN RECOGNIZED AS LIFE MEMBERS
Al-Amir Vira and Frances Zinger were elected to the Hockey Alberta’s Board of Directors at the organization’s 113th Annual General Meeting held virtually on November 21. Bob Bartlett and Anne Hayden were also recognized with Life Membership status for their combined more than 90 years of service in the province of Alberta.
ENGEN JOINS HOCKEY CANADA BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Terry Engen, the past Chair of Hockey Alberta’s Board of Directors, was elected to the Hockey Canada Board of Directors on November 14 at Hockey Canada’s Winter Congress and Annual Meeting
EVERY KID EVERY COMMUNITY PROGRAM AWARDS $34,000 IN GRANTS THIS QUARTER
Hockey Alberta and the Hockey Alberta Foundation are pleased to announce this quarter’s Every Kid Every Community grant recipients. Over $34,000 is being distributed to communities around Alberta, helping more than 400 kids access the game.
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COVID-19 UPDATE - NOVEMBER 12 The Government of Alberta today announced a mandatory two-week pause on indoor group fitness classes and team sport activities. The pause applies to Edmonton and surrounding areas, Calgary and surrounding areas, Grande Prairie, Lethbridge, Fort McMurray and Red Deer. The full list of surrounding communities (for the Calgary and Edmonton regions) is available on the Government of Alberta website.
LEST WE FORGET For Captain Daniel Deluce, a pilot in the Royal Canadian Air Force stationed at CFB Cold Lake, Remembrance Day takes on special meaning for himself and his family.
CENTRE ICE PODCAST - EPISODE THREE - FOR THE LOVE OF THE GAME Episode Three of the Centre Ice Podcast explores the meaning of ’Hockey for Life’, with a focus grassroots hockey in Alberta, the Alberta Elite Hockey League and Alberta Female Hockey League, and the opportunities and experiences hockey can offer.
HOCKEY COMMUNITY RALLIES AROUND SPRINGBANK FAMILY On October 13, Justin Ikebuchi was involved in a fatal car crash. In the days and weeks following, his wife, Jamie, and children Sydney, Raiden, Calder and Devin have seen the entire hockey community rally around them and show their support.
CANADIAN TIRE OPERATION: PUCK DROP Canadian Tire Operation: Puck Drop is looking for hockey lovers - local builders and do-it-yourselfers - in towns across our country with a desire to build more outdoor rinks. When you enter Operation: Puck Drop, you’ll have a chance to win a rink kit, tools and equipment to help complete each rink build.
REGISTRATION NOW OPEN FOR 2020-21 NHL/NHLPA FIRST SHIFT PROGRAM Do you have a child aged 6-10 years who is ready to fall in love with hockey? Registration is now open for the 2020-21 NHL/NHLPA First Shift program. The NHL/NHLPA First Shift program is designed to ensure a positive experience for new-to-hockey families by offering a low-cost entry program to hockey.
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REGISTRATION NOW OPEN FOR 2020 HOCKEY ALBERTA ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING Hockey Alberta is hosting the 113th Annual General Meeting (AGM) on Saturday, November 21. This year’s meeting will be held virtually, using Zoom, starting at 1:00 PM (MST).
HOCKEY CANADA ASSIST FUND TO PROVIDE $1 MILLION TO HELP YOUNG CANADIANS RETURN TO HOCKEY The Hockey Canada Foundation has launched its new $1 million Assist Fund to provide registration fee subsidies for qualified Canadians who are registered with Hockey Canada-sanctioned associations for the 2020-21 season. The Hockey Alberta Foundation would also like to encourage groups and individuals to apply for a Program or Player Assistance grant through Every Kid Every Community.
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CAN I PARTICIPATE IN HOCKEY? Hockey Alberta has created a flow chart to help families navigate their way through the expectations and process when a player is showing symptoms or has been tested for COVID-19.
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JAKE NEIGHBOURS AND OZZY WIESBLATT: A FIRST ROUND FRIENDSHIP When Jake Neighbours and Ozzy Wiesblatt were drafted 26th overall and 31st overall by the St. Louis Blues and San Jose Sharks, respectively, it was not only a tremendous moment for each athlete, but a chance to celebrate each other’s accomplishments.
HOCKEY ALBERTA CONCUSSION SAFETY SEMINARS Hockey Alberta is once again offering Concussion Safety Seminars virtually for the 2020-21 season. This two hour interactive presentation delivered by industry professionals is designed for parents, coaches, administrators, and athletes to provide a consistent message on concussions and concussion management.
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CENTRE ICE PODCAST - EPISODE TWO: NHL DRAFT RECAP Episode Two of the Centre Ice Podcast looks back on the Albertans selected in the 2020 NHL Entry Draft, featuring interviews with first-round draft picks Jake Neighbours, Ozzy Wiesblatt and Kaiden Guhle.
NOMINATIONS NOW OPEN FOR 2020-21 COACH OF THE MONTH Nominations are now being accepted for Coach of the Month, presented by Players Bench Team Apparel. Nominate a coach who goes above and beyond for your team this season.
TWO WEEKS LEFT TO APPLY FOR AN EVERY KID EVERY COMMUNITY GRANT The Every Kid Every Community Grant (EKEC) is an annual program to support hockey in Alberta. The Hockey Alberta Foundation would like to encourage groups and individuals to apply for a Program or Player Assistance grant. The deadline to apply is October 31.
ONE MONTH REMAINING TO COMPLETE COACHING QUALIFICATIONS Minor Hockey Associations (MHAs) and Club Teams must ensure all teams and/or groups meet the requirements outlined by Hockey Alberta before November 15.
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GEAR UP LIKE A PRO WITH GATORADE From iconic equipment to our scientifically formulated powder, now is your opportunity to GEAR UP LIKE A PRO. Head over to www.Gatorade.ca and make sure your gear speaks as loud as your game. Until October 31, receive free shipping with code HOCKEYALBERTAFREESHIP. No minimum order. One use per customer.
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RETURN TO HOCKEY UPDATE
Hockey Alberta has released an updated version of the Return to Hockey plan.
INTRODUCING CENTRE ICE: THE HOCKEY ALBERTA PODCAST
Hockey Alberta is excited to launch Centre Ice: The Hockey Alberta Podcast, featuring the latest news and views on amateur hockey across the province.
BARRY MEDORI HONOURED WITH HOCKEY CANADA AWARD
On August 28, Hockey Canada announced Hockey Alberta Coach Mentor Barry Medori as the 2020 recipient of the Gordon Juckes Award.
HOCKEY CANADA COMMUNITY, PRESENTED BY SCOTIABANK, LAUNCHED FOR 2020-21 SEASON
Hockey Canada and Scotiabank, the Official Bank of Hockey Canada, have teamed up to deliver the Hockey Canada Community, an online destination to share and celebrate great Canadian hockey stories.
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RETURN TO HOCKEY PLAN - UPDATE Hockey Alberta has updated its Return to Hockey Plan. The original plan was released on June 30; the updated version is current as of September 3.
INTRODUCING THE NEW ALBERTA ELITE HOCKEY LEAGUE WEBSITE Hockey Alberta is proud to introduce the new online home for the Alberta Elite Hockey League (AEHL). The new website, is the official portal for the AEHL and its three divisions of sanctioned Male AAA hockey in Alberta.
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NEW FOR 2020-21 A number of changes have been announced for the 2020-21 season that impact various areas of the sport in Alberta. The changes are outlined on the Hockey Alberta website, and include links to applicable Info Bulletins that provide full details on the changes.
VEREBURN MEDICAL SUPPLIES READY FOR ORDER As per our newly announced partnership with Vereburn Medical Supply, we have updated information on the ordering process of medical kits for the upcoming season.
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CALGARY FLAMES FOUNDATION DONATES ADDITIONAL $50,000 TO EVERY KID EVERY COMMUNITY At a press conference on Wednesday, the Calgary Flames Foundation announced that the Hockey Alberta Foundation Every Kid Every Community program will receive an additional $50,000 donation.
IMPORTANT UPDATE FOR 2020-21 OFFICIALS CLINICS An update has been shared regarding the status of Officials clinics for new and current officials in preparation for the 2020-21 season. The update includes information on how clinics will be facilitated, important dates, and how to sign up.
#CHIPINFORKIDS TO SUPPORT THE HOCKEY ALBERTA FOUNDATION The Hockey Alberta Foundation and Shaw invite you to #ChipinforKids by texting KIDS107 to 30333 to donate $10 and help us provide every child in Alberta the opportunity to play hockey. To make your contribution go further, Shaw will match the donation.
HOCKEY ALBERTA BOARD OF DIRECTORS RECRUITMENT NOTICE The Alberta Amateur Hockey Association (Hockey Alberta) is seeking qualified candidates for one (1) Director at Large position on its Board of Directors. Deadline to submit a nomination package is August 31, 2020.
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LAST CHANCE TO REGISTER FOR THE RED DEER HALF-DAY PREP CAMP With a Return to Hockey plan in place, Hockey Alberta is excited to bring back Alberta Built Skills Camps including the Red Deer Half-Day Prep Camp, which will prepare your young athlete for the 2020-21 season.
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HOCKEY ALBERTA BOARD OF DIRECTORS RECRUITMENT NOTICE The Alberta Amateur Hockey Association (Hockey Alberta) is seeking qualified candidates for one (1) Director at Large position on its Board of Directors. Deadline to submit a nomination package is August 31, 2020. INFORMATION ON THE POSITION > | NOMINATION/APPLICATION FORM >
ALBERTA BUILT SKILLS CAMPS ARE BACK! With a Return to Hockey plan in place, Hockey Alberta is excited to bring back Alberta Built Skills Camps to prepare your young athlete for the 2020-21 season. Current camps available include Goalie Skills, Female Skills, and Pre-Season Prep.
#CHIPINFORKIDS TO SUPPORT THE HOCKEY ALBERTA FOUNDATION The Hockey Alberta Foundation and Shaw invite you to #ChipinforKids by texting KIDS107 to 30333 to donate $10 and help us provide every child in Alberta the opportunity to play hockey. To make your contribution go further, Shaw will match the donation.
JOIN THE HOCKEY ALBERTA TEAM Hockey Alberta is now accepting applications for the position of Coordinator, Member Development. This is a maternity leave position based out of Red Deer and will extend until September 2021.
InStat ON BOARD AS AEHL AND AFHL VIDEO ANALYST PARTNER The Alberta Elite Hockey League (AEHL) and Alberta Female Hockey League (AFHL), along with Hockey Alberta are excited to announce a new partnership with InStat Sport. The partnership sees InStat Sport provide the AEHL and AFHL and their teams with a reduced rate on utilizing the statistics and analytical features of the InStat Hockey platform.
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PARENT ENGAGEMENT SERIES - PART FOUR: GAME DAY NUTRITION Episode Four of the Hockey Alberta Parent Engagement Series features Edmonton Oilers/Edmonton Eskimos Head Team Physician Dhiren Naidu, and focuses on the importance of proper game day nutrition for athletes.
HOCKEY ALBERTA’S RETURN TO HOCKEY PLAN Hockey Alberta released its Return to Hockey Plan on June 30, providing the framework and minimum standards for Hockey Alberta’s Members to undertake hockey activities. The Plan also allows players, coaches, officials, parents and other stakeholders to understand the current guidelines for operating sanctioned hockey for the 2020-21 season.
ALBERTA BUILT SKILLS CAMPS ARE BACK! With a Return to Hockey plan in place, Hockey Alberta is excited to bring back Alberta Built Skills Camps to prepare your young athlete for the 2020-21 season. Current camps available include Goalie Skills, Female Skills, and Pre-Season Prep.
ONLINE COACH DEVELOPMENT VIDEOS NOW AVAILABLE In June, Hockey Alberta ran a series of online coach professional development sessions with a focus on coaches in the minor hockey system, covering a number of topics ranging from Hockey I.Q. to coach interviews. The video series is now available on Hockey Alberta’s YouTube Channel. ONLINE COACH DEVELOPMENT VIDEOS > | MORE COACHING RESOURCES >
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AFHL UNVEILS NEW LOGO The Alberta Female Hockey League (AFHL) has unveiled its new logo that will be used for the 2020-21 season and beyond.
ALBERTANS SELECTED TO PARTICIPATE IN HOCKEY CANADA’S HIGH PERFORMANCE SUMMER PROGRAMS Over 25 of Alberta’s top hockey players have been chosen to participate in Hockey Canada summer programming, including the National Women’s Summer Development Program, National U17 Development Program, and National Junior Team Development Program. NATIONAL WOMEN’S SUMMER PROGRAMS > | NATIONAL U17 DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM > | NATIONAL JUNIOR TEAM PROGRAM >
HOCKEY ALBERTA ANNOUNCES PARTNERSHIP WITH VEREBURN MEDICAL SUPPLY With the ever-changing landscape and an elevated focus on athlete and participant safety, Hockey Alberta is excited to announce a new partnership with Vereburn Medical Supply. The partnership sees Vereburn Medical Supply provide Hockey Alberta members with a reduced rate on complete medical kits and supplies.
ISCA AT-HOME SUMMER FITNESS CHALLENGE Join ambassador Ethan Bear of the Edmonton Oilers and get fit this summer! Participate with over 500 registrants from all across Alberta ages 12+ and win weekly prize draws, including free registration for Hockey Alberta skills camps! ISCA FITNESS CHALLENGE DETAILS >
HOCKEY AT HOME - CONDITIONING, SKILL DEVELOPMENT, AND GOALIE TRAINING As restrictions are beginning to lift and the weather is getting warmer, this will be our last week of Hockey at Home videos. Hockey Alberta would like to thank Crash Conditioning, Ali Stead (@never2late2learn.hky), and everyone else who have contributed to this video series.
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COVID-19 UPDATE - MESSAGE FROM THE CEO A message from Hockey Alberta CEO Rob Litwinski regarding the COVID-19 pandemic, and the development of a Return-To-Hockey plan.
ONLINE DEVELOPMENT OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE FOR COACHES Hockey Alberta is running a series of online coach professional development sessions over the coming months. With a focus on coaches in the minor hockey system, these sessions will cover a number of topics ranging from Hockey I.Q. to coach interviews.
HOCKEY ALBERTA ANNOUNCES CHANGES TO TEAM ALBERTA SUMMER DEVELOPMENT PROGRAMS As the COVID-19 pandemic continues to evolve, Hockey Alberta has been monitoring and evaluating our 2020 Team Alberta Summer High Performance Programs. The primary concern is ensuring the safety of our players, officials, coaches, volunteers and families involved in our development programs.
STORIES FROM THE RINK: ALIX MHA HIGHLIGHTS STAR VOLUNTEER As parents arrive at the rink on frigid Saturday mornings throughout the winter, they joke to themselves about seeing Tyler Copland’s truck parked in "his spot", as he is always the first to arrive before a game. Whether it’s as a board member, coach, friend, mentor, parent, or sponsor, Tyler wears many hats in the town of Alix.
HOCKEY CANADA, BFL CANADA ANNOUNCE FEMALE COACH OF THE YEAR WINNERS Hockey Canada, in partnership with BFL CANADA, announced the first winners of the BFL Female Coach of the Year awards. Samantha Holmes-Domagala of Calgary has been named as the National Community Winner, and Shanya Shwetz of Edmonton has been named a Regional High Performance winner.
SPORT FOR LIFE OFFERS E-LEARNING DISCOUNTS THIS MAY Are you looking for something to keep your mind active during the COVID-19 shutdown? This month Sport for Life is offering three select e-learning courses that will help you prepare for that uncertain future while bringing your organization to a new level. CULTURAL AWARENESS IN YOUTH SPORT > | EFFECTIVE BOARD GOVERNANCE > | RECRUITMENT AND RETENTION OF VOLUNTEERS >
HOCKEY AT HOME - CONDITIONING, SKILL DEVELOPMENT, AND GOALIE TRAINING As the COVID-19 pandemic continues to keep us all at home, it’s important to keep active, eat healthy, and even work on some hockey skills. Hockey Alberta is working with Crash Conditioning, Ali Stead (@never2late2learn.hky), and various goalie and Team Alberta resources to bring you weekly tips on how to stay ready for hockey’s return.
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HOCKEY CANADA’S OPEN LETTER TO CANADIANS First, and most importantly, to the front-line and essential workers who have gone above and beyond around the clock to keep Canadians safe - a simple thank you is not nearly enough for what you have done over the last three months. Second, to our Members, partners, local hockey associations, volunteers and fans across Canada, thank you for keeping the spirit of hockey alive. Unprecedented times have called for unprecedented efforts at every level of the game. FULL LETTER >
HOCKEY ALBERTA AWARDS ANNOUNCED Hockey Alberta is pleased to announce the recipients of the annual Hockey Alberta Awards. These Awards allow Hockey Alberta and the Alberta hockey community to recognize outstanding individuals and teams for their hard work and accomplishments in making a positive difference for our participants in the game of hockey during the 2019-20 season. RECIPIENTS >
AHHF INDUCTION GALA POSTPONED UNTIL 2021 The induction gala for the 2020 Class of the Alberta Hockey Hall of Fame has been postponed due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Originally scheduled for July 19 in Canmore, the celebration event for the Class of 2020 will be held in July 2021. INFO >
MINOR LEAGUES TO IMPLEMENT U15 NON-CHECKING/BODY CONTACT ONLY FOR TIERS 4-6 Hockey Alberta’s Minor Leagues Committee, represented by Alberta’s six (6) tiered Minor Hockey Leagues (CAHL, NAI, NEAHL, All Peace, Edmonton Federation & Hockey Calgary) have unanimously supported the implementation of non-checking/body contact only hockey at the Tiers 4 - 6 categories of the U15 division for the 2020-2021 season. INFO >
AFHL FAQs FOR THE 2020-21 SEASON While there is some uncertainty regarding the 2020-21 season, the AFHL is remaining optimistic that the hockey season will begin as scheduled, and is working to stay as prepared as possible for when a decision is made by Hockey Canada’s Board of Directors, in conjunction with public health officials. FAQ >
HOCKEY AT HOME - CONDITIONING, SKILL DEVELOPMENT, AND GOALIE TRAINING As the COVID-19 pandemic continues to keep us all at home, it’s important to keep active, eat healthy, and even work on some hockey skills. Hockey Alberta is working with Crash Conditioning, Ali Stead (@never2late2learn.hky), and various goalie and Team Alberta resources to bring you weekly tips on how to stay ready for hockey’s return. HOCKEY AT HOME VIDEOS >
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RECOGNIZING HOCKEY’S VOLUNTEERS ACROSS ALBERTA Hockey Alberta had the pleasure of joining organizations across Alberta and Canada in celebrating National Volunteer Week, which ran April 19-25. Over the course of National Volunteer Week, Hockey Alberta proudly featured a handful of Alberta’s hockey volunteers who have had a tremendous impact on the hockey experience in their community. VOLUNTEER SPOTLIGHTS >
SIX ALBERTANS SELECTED IN FIRST ROUND OF 2020 WHL BANTAM DRAFT Seventy-four Albertans registered in Hockey Canada sanctioned programs heard their names called during 2020 WHL Bantam Draft on Wednesday, including six in the first round. FULL LIST >
2019 ALBERTA CUP REWIND Hockey Alberta takes a look back on the 2019 Alberta Cup, with a feature game each day from Thursday to Sunday. Check the Hockey Alberta website each day to view the highlighted game. THURSDAY - ALBERTA BLACK VS. ALBERTA GREY >
HOCKEY AT HOME - CONDITIONING, SKILL DEVELOPMENT, AND GOALIE TRAINING As the COVID-19 pandemic continues to keep us all at home, it’s important to keep active, eat healthy, and even work on some hockey skills. Hockey Alberta is working with Crash Conditioning, Ali Stead (@never2late2learn.hky), and various goalie and Team Alberta resources to bring you weekly tips on how to stay ready for hockey’s return. HOCKEY AT HOME VIDEOS >
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HOCKEY AT HOME - CONDITIONING, SKILL DEVELOPMENT, AND GOALIE TRAINING As the COVID-19 pandemic continues to keep us all at home, it’s important to keep active, eat healthy, and even work on some hockey skills. Hockey Alberta is working with Crash Conditioning, Ali Stead (@never2late2learn.hky), and various goalie resources to bring you weekly tips on how to stay ready for hockey’s return. HOCKEY AT HOME VIDEOS >
AFHL POST-SECONDARY COMMITMENTS The Alberta Female Hockey League is proud to present the expanding list of over 40 athletes who will be suiting up for post-secondary teams next season. FULL LIST >
COACHES OF THE MONTH - MARCH Hockey Alberta’s March Coaches of the Month, sponsored by Players Bench Team Apparel, are Dave Eggleston of Stettler and Mike Lees of KC St. Matthew in Edmonton. RECIPIENTS >
HOCKEY ALBERTA NOW ACCEPTING VOLUNTEER APPLICATIONS Hockey Alberta is now accepting applications for key volunteer positions across a number of committees for the 2020-21 hockey season. Volunteers are the faces of Hockey Alberta within their communities, positively representing themselves and the organization in regular encounters on a daily basis with participants in our sport. APPLY NOW >
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