HOCKEY CANADA’S 2005 ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING CONCLUDES IN SAINT JOHN, NB;

- RENE MARCIL NEW CHAIR OF BOARD, 2007 EVENT LOCATIONS ANNOUNCED -

SAINT JOHN, NB – Hockey Canada’s 2005 Annual General Meeting, which was attended by over 400 delegates from across Canada, concluded on Tuesday in Saint John, NB with decisions made on key issues, as well as confirmation on locations of 2007 national championships. » more

HOCKEY CANADA’S 2005 NATIONAL AWARD WINNERS ANNOUNCED;
JIM KINKLEY NAMED VOLUNTEER OF THE YEAR

SAINT JOHN, NB - On Monday evening, Hockey Canada handed out its annual awards during its Annual General Meeting, recognizing outstanding volunteers and achievements in hockey in Canada. Nominees were submitted to Hockey Canada by its 13 member Branches, and the winners were voted on by Hockey Canada’s officers (or the appropriate Hockey Canada council). » more

CANADIAN DEVELOPMENT MODEL APPROVED AT 2005 HOCKEY CANADA AGM

SAINT JOHN, NB - On Monday afternoon, a motion on the Canadian Development Model was put forth by the Canadian Development Model Committee and was passed by the Hockey Canada Board of Directors regarding age eligibility in all levels of Junior hockey and is effective at the start of the 2005-06 season. » more

HOCKEY CANADA TO HOLD 88th ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING IN SAINT JOHN,
NEW BRUNSWICK FROM MAY 20-24, 2005

CALGARY, AB - Hockey Canada opens its 88th Annual General Meeting this weekend in Saint John, New Brunswick at the Delta Hotel. The AGM begins on Friday evening, May 20th and continues through to Tuesday, May 24th. » more

Among the subjects and agenda items for discussion at the 2005 Hockey Canada AGM are:

• Canadian Development Model which specifically deals with junior age eligibility
• Rule change proposals for the 2005-2006 season, including Rule 53 – checking from behind
• Body Checking research committee report
• Esso Women’s National Championship -  format change
• Sledge Hockey  
• Adult Recreational Hockey Model
• CBET (Competency Based Educational Training) Coaching Certification
• Parent Education workshop
• Directors and Officers insurance
• Election of 2005-2006 Hockey Canada Officers and Council Directors
• Establishing the locations of future National Championships
• Recognition of Hockey Canada Award Recipients