MONTRÉAL, Que. – Several initiatives related to the growth and development of hockey across the country will be discussed during Hockey Canada’s annual general meeting, which runs from Thursday, May 27 through Sunday, May 30 at the Westin Montréal.

More than 250 representatives from regional and provincial hockey associations are gathering in Montréal for Hockey Canada’s 91st AGM, with the governing body’s board of directors to be joined by life members, partner organizations, as well as councils that oversee female hockey, junior hockey, minor hockey, senior hockey and hockey development. These groups come together every year to talk about what will benefit the growth of Canada’s game.

Hockey Canada’s 2010 AGM banquet is set for the evening of Friday, May 28, when nine deserving recipients will be honoured for their contributions and commitment to hockey in Canada. Hockey Canada’s official mascot Puckster will also be in attendance this weekend.