HOW OLD ARE CANADA'S RINKS?

Based on the Hockey Canada/CRFC arena census done in 2005 – 1,857 arenas supplied us with building dates.

Approximately 45% of Canada’s rinks (1,350) are all ready beyond their projected life expectancy. Arenas approximate life expectancy is 32 years depending on different factor » more

ESSO MEDALS PROGRAM KICKS OFF!

The Esso Medals of Achievement program lauched on October 1st. Through the program, three medals of achievement – most improved player, most dedicated player, and most sportsmanlike player – are available to every hockey team registered with Hockey Canada. As well, each team can receive certificates of participation to recognize the efforts of every player.

For more information and to order your medals check out www.essomedals.com.

CANADA’S NEW GOVERNMENT DELIVERS FOR CANADIAN ATHLETES

The Honourable Jim Prentice, Minister of Industry, announced that Canada’s New Government will consider the Centre of Sport Excellence in Calgary, Alberta as a priority for funding of up to one-third of eligible costs, to a maximum federal contribution of $40 million. » more

HOCKEY CANADA AND ITECH
LAUNCH TEAM CANADA
DESIGN-A-MASK CONTEST

» Official Itech Design-a-Mask Site

PUCK DROP PUBLIC SERVICE
ANNOUNCEMENTS

Click here to download great Public Service Announcements from Hockey Canada’s “Puck Drop” Campaign!

TEAM CANADA SPEAKS OUT ON
MINOR HOCKEY MEMORIES

Listen to Super Series players talk about their favorite memories during minor hockey. Watch for new audio clips during each theme week » more

HOCKEY CANADA SKILLS
DEVELOPMENT CAMPS

Hockey Canada skills camps are held all year round across Canada. Click here
to find out when the next camp will be held in your area.

LEAD, DEVELOP AND PROMOTE POSITIVE HOCKEY EXPERIENCES

Hockey Canada is the official national governing body of ice hockey in Canada and is a member of the International Ice Hockey Federation.

» Download Hockey Canada Booklet (pdf)

WHAT IS PUCK DROP '07?

Puck Drop ’07 is a national initiative lead by Hockey Canada with participation from its 13 provincial Branches, minor hockey associations and partners to celebrate the start of the 2007-2008 hockey season!.
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DOWNLOAD THE PUCK DROP '07 POSTER
Click on the following link to download  the Puck Drop '07 poster. » download

DOWNLOAD THE PUCK DROP '07 LOGO
Click on the following link to download  the Puck Drop '07 logo.» download

THE WAYNE GRETZKY/ CANADIAN HOCKEY FOUNDATION LAUNCH THE “FUTURE TEAM CANADA PROGRAM

13 Minor Hockey Teams in Canada will be recognized and chosen to share over $50,000 of equipment and financial support for their team. » more