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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APPLY NOW TO JOIN FUTURE LEADERS
The 2024 Future Leaders Development Program will be held on April 19-21 in Red Deer. Future Leaders is designed to train post-secondary students in coaching hockey. Areas of focus include proper instruction, administration, leadership, technical and tactical skills in hockey.
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FEMALE HOCKEY DAY KICKING OFF IN FORT MCMURRAY
Female Hockey Day is taking place this weekend in Fort McMurray. The event features on and off-ice sessions for current and aspiring players - all to celebrate female hockey. Make sure you register if you haven’t already!
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FEMALE HOCKEY GRANT APPLICATIONS NOW OPEN
The Hockey Alberta Foundation is giving up to 10 $1,000 community grants for associations to hold their own Female Hockey Day in conjunction with the main event in Fort McMurray on January 27.
FEMALE HOCKEY DAY GRANT APPLICATION >
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2023-24 SEASON PUCK DROP: WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW FOR THE NEW SEASON
The puck is about to drop on the 2023-24 season, and Hockey Alberta has compiled everything you need to know as you sharpen your skates for the new season!
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PROVINCIAL CHAMPIONSHIPS ARE UNDERWAY
The 2022-23 hockey season all comes down to this, the Hockey Alberta Provincial Championships presented by ATB. In total, 34 Provincial Champions will be crowned over three weekends. League play will determine four champions, while 30 divisions battle it out in a tournament style format. It all starts March 23!
HOCKEY ALBERTA PROVINCIALS 2023 POWERED BY ATB
ATB is sharing the top tips for players, teams and families to take to the ice without breaking the bank. Tap into their Good Advice for all things financial well-being including how to teach your kids about money at every age - plus the ultimate savings, a chance to have your fees covered next hockey season.
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TEAM ALBERTA NORTH WINS GOLD AND SILVER AT 2023 ARCTIC WINTER GAMES
Team Alberta North won one gold and one silver medal on home ice at the 2023 Arctic Winter Games. The Junior Female team went undefeated throughout the tournament en route to a gold medal. The U15 Male team battled to the end, but fell to Team NWT 6-5, ultimately finishing with silver. The U18 Male team finished round robin as the first seed, but lost two close games in the medal round to finish fourth.
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IT’S YOUR GAME CONTEST - WIN TICKETS TO THE ROGERS PLACE SKY LOUNGE FOR AN EDMONTON OILERS GAME
Show your commitment to making the game more inclusive by posing for a picture with one of Hockey Alberta’s anti-maltreatment banners or posters and you’ll be entered to win tickets for your hockey team to attend the Edmonton Oilers game on February 21. The deadline to submit your photo is February 1.