HOCKEY CANADA
Bridget Vales had never seen – or even heard of – hockey until she moved from the Philippines to Saskatchewan; now the 14-year-old can’t get enough of Canada’s game.
The coach, mentor and O’Ree Award winner talks about his journey in the game and impacting the South Asian community.
Brian Sugiyama has spent 30 years coaching his kids, his grandkids and other coaches who want to make the game better.
Capping off his final junior hockey season at the Centennial Cup, Noah Pak has a bright future – on and off the ice.
Brampton to the world
A one-of-a-kind jersey from designer Sandeep Kaur Gill celebrating local cultures is on display at Women’s Worlds.
Sixteen years after winning bronze with the Blizzard, Mikaël Tam is back at U18 Club Nationals, this time as a coach.
Jade Lore and Emily Chan give credit to their Fraser Valley Rush teammates for making their injury recoveries easier.
HC Champion: Harbans Bains
He makes the game more welcoming for newcomers to Canada, while instilling athletes with a belief in themselves.
Just 14, Aydan Wang is focused on not only his own hockey career, but those of Asian-Canadians who will come next.
A two-time Olympic gold medallist and seven-time world champion, Vicky Sunohara is most proud of her Japanese heritage.
Pat Lam wasn’t allowed to play hockey growing up, but that hasn’t stopped him from becoming a hockey dad and volunteer.
Representation matters
Lynne Kiang has spent 30 years working to welcome people of all backgrounds to rinks in B.C.’s Lower Mainland.
A photo hanging on Branden Sison’s wall is a constant reminder of the challenges he overcame to reach his dreams.
Susana Yuen grew up in a hockey-loving home, never thinking Canada's game would connect her back to China.
HC Ambassador: Roy Sakaki
Roy Sakaki loves the game as much as anyone, and the City of Salmon Arm wouldn’t be the same without its ‘Mr. Hockey.’
Considering their connection, it’s fitting Ryan Suzuki and Mason Millman are chasing the World Juniors together.
It has been a busy – and successful – few months for Nick and Ryan Suzuki, who both went summer camping with Team Canada.
