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Future Leaders Development Program: Inspiring the Next Generation to Lead and Grow the Game

Hockey Alberta continues to invest in the future of the game through its Future Leaders Development Program, an initiative designed to ignite a new generation of coaches who will inspire, lead, and grow hockey across the province. As part of Hockey Alberta’s commitment to Hockey for Life, the program supports post-secondary students who are beginning […]

Anzac Community School Finding New Opportunities

At Anzac Community School, access was once the biggest barrier keeping some students off the ice. Today, thanks to Hockey Alberta’s Every Kid Every Community (EKEC) grant, that barrier is being removed through a growing On-Ice Academy that is changing what opportunity looks like for rural students. Created to meet the unique needs of the […]

$39,000 Raised at the 2nd Annual Pickleball Charity Tournament presented by IG Private Wealth Management Giesbrecht & Associates

RED DEER – The 2nd Pickleball FUNdraiser Corporate Charity Challenge presented by IG Private Wealth Management Giesbrecht & Associates served up another successful day of competition, community, and giving back, raising $39,000 in support of the Hockey Alberta Foundation and Outreach Centre. With 24 courts in action and just under 100 teams participating, this year’s […]

2nd Annual Pickleball FUNdraiser Returns

RED DEER – The Second annual Pickleball FUNdraiser Corporate Charity Challenge, presented by IG Private Wealth Management Giesbrecht & Associates is back. The pre-party is kicking off at Bo’s Bar and Stage tonight. The tournament will take place on Friday, January 30, 2026 at Westerner Park. All proceeds are in support of The Outreach Centre […]

Hockey Gives Back – Week 4 Community Highlights

In Week 4 of Hockey Gives Back, we are proud to spotlight 10 more teams who stepped up to give back during the holiday season. U7 and U9 Elk Point Avalanche The U7 and U9 Elk Point Avalanche combined their teams to host a tournament with a purpose, organizing a food drive in support of […]

2nd Annual Pickleball Charity Challenge

We are excited to announce the second annual Pickleball FUNdraiser Corporate Charity Challenge, presented by IG Private Wealth Management Giesbrecht & Associates. The tournament will take place on Friday, January 30, 2026 at Westerner Park. All proceeds are in support of The Outreach Centre and the Hockey Alberta Foundation. Check out last year’s fun by clicking here! “This tournament […]