THE CANADIAN HOCKEY FOUNDATION US

The Canadian Hockey Foundation US provides an opportunity for US donors who want to make a charitable contribution in support of Canadian hockey the means to do so.

Acting in parallel with and for the same purposes as the Canadian Hockey Foundation the CHFUS is governed by a separate Board of Directors that maintains control through an independent governance structure and granting process.

The CHFUS is a non-profit corporation with tax exempt status as a 501(c)(3) US public charity. It is operated exclusively for charitable purposes according to the Internal Revenue Services code.

Whether you reside in the US or here in hockey’s home, you now have the opportunity to give back to our game and receive tax relief against American source income.

Contributions to the CHFUS will help build an endowment program that will shape the future of the game for those to whom it will mean the most, where it means the most…for Canadians in communities across Canada.

Our success depends on your investment. To learn more about the CHFUS, explore the many different giving options, or to make a gift now contact:

Executive Director: Noel Fader
P: (403) 777-4562
F: (403) 777-3635
E: nfader@canadianhockey.ca
A: 2424 University Drive NW,
Calgary, AB, T2N 3Y9
Canada

CHAIR: BILL ACKERMAN
CALGARY, AB

DIRECTOR, PURCHASING
PLAINS MARKETING CANADA L.P.  
 
Bill Ackerman was born in Saskatchewan, graduated from SIAST-Palliser College and is a Certified Management Accountant and a Certified Purchasing Manager. Bill joined Nova Chemicals in 1977 and progressed to senior levels of the company, in both finance and purchasing roles. During his career with Nova, Bill lived in Edmonton, Calgary and Pittsburgh. After leaving Nova in 2003, he was the CFO for a startup bottled water company, leaving in 2005 to become the Purchasing Director for Plains Marketing Canada in Calgary.  Plains Marketing Canada is a subsidiary of Plains All American Pipeline, a midstream crude oil and natural gas liquids company that combines transportation, gathering, terminalling and storage assets with an integrated marketing philosophy.
 
Bill has been an active volunteer with the Canadian Hockey Foundation since 2003. He assisted in the set up of the infrastructure to support the organizations fundraising activities and was instrumental in the launch of the annual celebrity gala and golf event in 2004. 
 
Bill resides in Calgary with his wife Sharon.

SECRETARY : PAUL DELPARTE
CALGARY, AB

VICE PRESIDENT FINANCE AND ADMINISTRATION
HOCKEY CANADA

Paul Delparte was born and raised in Sudbury, Ontario graduating from Laurentian University in 1979 with a BCOM specialization in Sport Administration. Mr. Delparte joined the Canadian Amateur Hockey Association in the fall of 1979 as Administrative Assistant and progressed to his present position as Vice-President of Finance and Administration. The Delparte family moved to Calgary in 1998 in conjunction with the merger of the CAHA and Hockey Canada and the subsequent relocation of finance and administration.

Mr. Delparte was the recipient of the 2002 Hal Lewis award, which recognized his life long commitment, leadership, and contributions to Hockey Canada, his community, family and friends.

Paul is married to Rose and they have four children, Tania, Philippe, Julie and Marc-Andre.

TREASURER: TERRY HUNGLE
DALLAS, TX

CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER
NAVINI NETWORKS, INC.

Terry was born in Regina, Saskatchewan, graduated from SIAST – Palliser College and is a Certified Management Accountant. Terry joined Nortel Networks in 1980 and progressed to the senior executive levels of the company, in both finance and operational roles. Terry’s career with Nortel, took him to assignments across Canada, to Dallas and to Europe. After leaving Nortel, Terry became involved in the venture capital community, working with start up companies in the telecommunications sector, helping them to implement business processes and scale their commercial operations. Currently, Terry is the Chief Financial Officer for Navini Networks.

Terry has been active in volunteer and community activities. He has been involved in amateur hockey, Scouts Canada, and has worked with the Canadian Arts Foundation, through regional professional theatres in Canada. He has been active as a member of the Board of Dallas CASA, a child advocacy organization for under privileged children, as a member of the MBA Advisory Council for Texas A&M University and as president of his Homeowners’ association in Dallas.

Terry and his wife Cheryl reside in Dallas.

DIRECTOR: DAVID ANDREWS
SPRINGFIELD, MA

PRESIDENT AND CEO
THE AMERICAN HOCKEY LEAGUE

David Andrews continues to solidify a position as one of the sport's most influential executives. He has guided the AHL into unequaled times of prosperity, directing the league to record levels of attendance and exposure, while expanding its geography across the United States and Canada.

In 2001, Andrews led the complex enterprise of bringing the AHL into nine new cities, setting the stage for the largest expansion effort in league history. Andrews was also instrumental in the revitalization of the AHL All-Star Classic, re-introduced in 1995 after a 35-year hiatus. As a result of Andrews’ direction and leadership, the AHL now boasts an impressive list of corporate partners who have used the growing AHL as an effective tool for marketing their products and services.

A native of Nova Scotia, Andrews assumed his duties as AHL President in July of 1994. He came to the league office with a firsthand knowledge of the AHL, having served as the Edmonton Oilers’ director of AHL operations for seven years, building the Cape Breton Oilers franchise into one of the most successful AHL clubs both on and off the ice. Andrews was awarded the 1990 James C. Hendy Award as the AHL’s outstanding executive.

Andrews’ hockey background includes serving as head coach and director of hockey operations for the Victoria Cougars of the Western Hockey League from 1982-84. He has also served as head coach of the 1982 Canadian National Under-18 Team and as an assistant coach at the 1985 Canadian Olympic Hockey Team training camp. He served 10 years on the Canadian Amateur Hockey Association’s Developmental Council and was chairman of the coaching committee for CAHA during that time. For his contributions to hockey in the province of British Columbia, Andrews was honored in 2005 as an inductee into the B.C. Hockey Hall of Fame.

During his playing days as a goaltender, Andrews was a conference all-star and MVP at both Dalhousie University and the University of British Columbia. He played four years professionally for RAAK in the Dutch first division. Dave and his wife, Marleen, reside in Wilbraham, Mass. They have three children: Chrissy, Brad and Jeff.

CHRIS BEZAIRE
PITTSBURGH, PENNSYLVANIA

VICE PRESIDENT, INVESTOR RELATIONS
NOVA CHEMICALS

A native of Ontario, Chris Bezaire played minor hockey through high school and enjoyed coaching for several years afterward. Chris graduated from University of Windsor with a Bachelor of Chemical Engineering and a Bachelor of Commerce. He later received his M.B.A from a joint program with Columbia University, NYC and London Business School, UK.

Chris’ professional career started with DuPont Canada in 1987 and he joined NOVA Chemicals in 1994 where he has held a wide variety of roles in manufacturing, operations, sales and marketing. His work has allowed Chris to live in Switzerland for three years setting up NOVA’s International Sales Office, and two years in Singapore leading NOVA’s Asian business activities.

Currently, Chris is the Vice President of Investor Relations for NOVA Chemicals in Pittsburgh, PA where he lives with his wife Rhonda and three children Noah, Jordan and Micah. Chris plays more golf than hockey today, but still enjoys his usual position as goalie in neighborhood street hockey.

SENIOR VICE PRESIDENT, CHIEF SALES OFFICER
WASHINGTON CAPITALS

SEATTLE SUPERONICS; Seattle, WA; 2004-2006
Executive Vice President, Chief Marketing Officer
Executive Vice President Sales & Marketing

COLUMBUS BLUE JACKETS; Columbus, OH; 1999-2004
Senior Vice President Business
Vice President Business Development & Broadcasting

AMERICAN HOCKEY LEAGUE; Springfield, MA; 1994-1999
Senior Vice President Sales & Marketing
Vice President Corporate Sales

NHL PLAYERS ASSOCIATION; Toronto, Ontario; 1992-1994
Director of Special Projects

NHL ENTERPRISES; Philadelphia, PA/Montreal, QC; 1991-1992
Director of Special Events

NHL; Montreal, QC; 1987-1991
Assistant Director of Administration