Did you know that if you donate to the Hockey Alberta Foundation, you could be helping to provide a child with the opportunity to play hockey? The Hockey Alberta Foundation launched the Every Kid Every Community (EKEC) program in 2011. The goal of this program is to ensure that every child in Alberta who is […]
The Hockey Alberta Foundation’s mission is simple: We raise funds to foster and support the access to youth hockey in Alberta. We work in collaboration with partners to fund those who need us, invest in those who will lead us and honour those before us. As a not-for-profit organization, the Foundation is guided by an […]
The Edmonton Oilers Community Foundation’s (EOCF) inaugural Every Kid Deserves a Shot Community Day was hosted on Saturday at Fan Park, as the EOCF announced a $1.5 million investment in the Hockey Alberta Foundation (HAF). This funding is part of a continued partnership that will see the EOCF commit $7.2 million over the next five years totaling more than […]
CANMORE – Rain or shine, this year’s event created an unforgettable celebration for the 20th Annual Hockey Alberta Foundation Golf Classic, presented by ATB Wealth. Held July 21-22 in beautiful Canmore, the milestone event brought together hockey legends, celebrity guests, passionate supporters, and corporate partners in support of the Foundation’s Every Kid Every Community (EKEC) […]
RED DEER – Hockey Alberta is proud to recognize three exceptional individuals with Life Membership status for their outstanding contributions to minor hockey in Alberta. Fran Zinger, Terry Engen, and John Jacobs have been named as the newest Life Members, honouring decades of volunteer service, leadership, and passion for the game. A celebration in their […]
Lisa “Longball” Vlooswyk When Lisa first joined the Hockey Alberta Foundation board in 2020, she admits she didn’t fully know what she was stepping into. “I wasn’t really familiar with what they did,” she said. “But hockey has been such a gift in our family’s life. I have a child who played minor hockey, and […]
John Kosolowski has been a dedicated member of the Hockey Alberta Foundation Board for 15 years, and this year, he was recognized for his outstanding service and commitment to growing the game across the province. Kosolowski’s journey in hockey began long before his time on the board. “Well, I coached for 25 years, and I’ve […]
A recent Come Try Hockey event hosted by the New Sarepta Minor Hockey Association helped bring new players of different ages and genders to become involved in the sport of hockey. With support from the Hockey Alberta Foundation’s Every Kid Every Community Grant, the event welcomed 22 new players of various ages and genders, helping […]
With the help of the Every Kid Every Community Grant, the Mallaig Minor Hockey Association was able to bring skill development sessions for goalies and players on the U-11 and U-13 male and female teams. This allowed skill development for these athletes without the added cost and travel time to access these opportunities elsewhere. Through […]
Nine post-secondary students from across Alberta have been recognized as the 2025 Future Leaders—an annual initiative that supports the next generation of hockey mentors and coaches. The Future Leader Scholarship, made possible by the Hockey Alberta Foundation, celebrates individuals who are not only passionate about the sport but are actively committed to giving back to […]
