Happy Canada Day!
Jenae Bernard is passionate about coaching and being a role model.
JNPA : S’impliquer auprès des filles autochtones
HCF: Dreams Come True in Sydney
Harbans Bains instills his athletes with a belief in themselves.
The Stratford, P.E.I., resident is a dedicated, passionate volunteer.
The 17-year-old volunteers as a coach to share her love of hockey.
His Skillz Black Aces program provides an inclusive environment for BIPOC players.
The Hat Trick Project offers financial aid to keep kids in the game.
Vicky Jolicoeur is a coach for athletes on the autism spectrum.
Recognizing a mental health advocate whose Movement goes wherever he does.
A northern Ontario CJHL team and First Nation hosted an awareness game.
Helping new players love the game makes Scott Henderson a Champion.
Krista Hodder is eliminating barriers to play for Indigenous girls.
The basics of hockey equipment for goaltenders: Tips for a safe and comfortable fit, created by Hockey Canada in partnership with Bauer.
A Guide to Getting the Gear Right, created by Hockey Canada in partnership with Bauer.
Hockey Elbow Pad Sizing Explained
Choosing a stick is easier than it seems!
Gloves protect the hands, wrists, and fingers — and help your child grip the stick.
The helmet is the most important piece of safety equipment.
Proper Hockey Jersey Fit Explained
Every youth player must wear a BNQ-certified neck guard.
Shoulder pads protect the shoulders, upper chest, back, and upper arms.
Skates are one of the most important pieces of equipment, and they fit differently than shoes.
Hockey pants protect the hips, thighs, tailbone, and lower spine.
Hockey socks go over the shin pads and attach to the Velcro on the Jock/Jill shorts.
Shin pads protect everything from the knee down to the top of the skate.
There are two options: a Jock, which is a protective cup, or a Jill, which is a flatter pelvic protector.
The base layer is the “first layer” your child wears under their gear.