Hockey for the homeless

2009-11-17 : NEWS RELEASE For Immediate Release: Wednesday, November 4, 2009 Hockey for the Homeless Tournament Supports Two Local Charities: Vancouver homeless to benefit from funds raised at inaugural event VANCOUVER — Hockey for the Homeless/Hockey pour les sans-abri is pleased to announce its partnership with two local charities dedicated to fighting homelessness. On February 20, Hockey for the Homeless held its inaugural fundraising tournament in Vancouver. The event, which featured 16 former Vancouver Canucks and other NHL alumni playing with 100 members of the business community, raised more than $65,000. The Vancouver organizing committee then allocated the proceeds to specific projects. The partners selected to receive funding for 2009 are the RainCity Housing and Support Society and the Lookout Emergency Aid Society. Both of these well- established organizations operate homeless shelters and transitional and supportive housing in Metro Vancouver. RainCity used its portion of the funds to replace two aging industrial washing machines at its Triage Shelter in the Downtown Eastside. Meanwhile, the Lookout opted to buy a new delivery and outreach vehicle. Negotiations are under way with Hockey for the Homeless sponsor Terasen Gas to provide a natural gas–powered van at reduced cost. “When we began planning the first Vancouver event in the fall of 2008, we had no idea what to expect in terms of fundraising, much less how we would help the community,” says local organizing committee member Hugh Ker. “Thanks to the generosity of our sponsors and supporters, the tournament was successful beyond all expectations. As a result, we’ve been able to give significant support to organizations that are working toward ending homelessness in Vancouver.” Hockey for the Homeless (Charitable Business Number 865580146 RR0001) is a volunteer-driven charitable organization launched in 1996. Its mission is to end homelessness in Canada through fund raising, education and partnering with solutions-based outreach groups. Active in Calgary, Montreal, Ottawa, Toronto and Vancouver, Hockey for the Homeless has raised more than $2 million in support of some 15,000 homeless men, women and children across the country. The next Vancouver tournament will take place in spring 2010 at the University of British Columbia. To learn more, please visit www.hockeyforthehomeless.com.

Canucks alumni vs. Trinity Western

2009-11-17 : Trinity Western University Titans Hockey team is very excited to host the Vancouver Canuck Alumni on December 5, 2009 at 7:00pm. It will be a benefit game held at the George Preston arena complex (20699 – 42nd Ave). A message from Dwayne Lowdermilk, Head Coach/GM of TWU Titans Hockey Team. We are honored to have the Vancouver Canuck Alumni play the TWU Titans team and the players look forward to rubbing shoulders with their hockey heroes. This game will sponsor the further recruiting and development of education for the TWU players in future years as a Scholarship fundraiser. Titans enter their 3rd season in the 3yr old BCIHL hockey league which is quickly growing and expanding with opportunities for graduating junior players wishing to further their hockey and educational degrees. This event is a further step for the league and the teams to be able to offer financial support to students through scholarships. This is Trinity Titans first attempt to reach its goals of support dollars for next season. The Canuck Alumni have been a large part in BC support with special events and fundraisers and the Trinity Western University Titans Hockey team is very excited to have this opportunity and want to thank the Canucks Alumni in advance and applaud their continued success and workings in this Province.

2009 Larry Ashley Scholarship winners

2009-10-27 : The 2009 Larry Ashley Scholarship winners are Lucas Fletcher, of Surrey and Brooke Lemire of Delta. Larry Ashley was an athletic trainer of the Vancouver Canucks from 1981 until September 1995 when he passed away from cancer. As a leader in his field, Ashley continuously demonstrated his passion and dedication towards the fields of sport medicine and athletic training. Initiated in 1996, his scholarship program provides students financial assistance to assist them in achieving their own educational goals. To qualify candidates must be a BC resident, under the age of 25 and be studying sports medicine, athletic training or a related field for up to four years at a recognized tertiary educational institution in North America. This year’s Larry Ashley Scholarship winners are Lucas Fletcher and Brooke Lemire. Lucas Fletcher, 18, is a recent graduate of Sullivan Heights Secondary school in Surrey. Lucas is currently enrolled in Douglas College in the Bachelor of Physical Education and Coaching Program. His future goal is to become an athletic trainer for a professional sports team. While maintaining a high academic average, Lucas has also managed to be involved in sports teams, volunteer environmental groups, community fundraising organizations and in his schools PE department at a teacher’s assistant. Lucas’s hard work and perseverance in athletics, training and community fields has made him a perfect recipient for the Larry Ashley Scholarship. Brooke Lemire, 19, is a Delta Secondary Graduate who is currently in the Sport Science Diploma Program with plans to major in Human Kinetics. With a lifelong interest in sports and nutrition, she is looking to pursue a career in this academic area. Brooke has been heavily involved in her schools team sports including soccer, volleyball and basketball and also competes in her city’s soccer and fast pitch leagues. Brooke has managed to continually excel in balancing her work, sports and education. Brooke’s academic achievements include obtaining Honor Roll and Principles list as well as yearly Academic Certificate Awards for her entire high school education. A coach’s dream, and role model to her fellow soccer teammates, Brooke will be representing Douglas College as a part of the Douglas Royals Women’s soccer team. We know Brooke will continue to excel in her education and athletics pursuits and therefore have chosen her as a recipient of this year’s Larry Ashley Scholarship. Story by Leah Peden, Canucks Centre Student Associate

2009 Cyclone Taylor Golf Classic

2009-07-20 :

Over 50 members of the Canucks alumni were joined at this annual event by other members of the Canucks family. Held at the Richmond Golf and Country Club, the tournament raised money for the BC Hockey Benevolent Association.

Check out the photo gallery from the event!

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