COMING TOGETHER FOR GIRL’S HOCKEY
This fall, the International Ice Hockey Federation will lead the way on the 13th annual World Girls’ Ice Hockey Weekend, with dozens of federations around the world taking part.
Since 2011, the IIHF has united countries around the globe for World Girls’ Ice Hockey Weekend. Over the years, thousands of people have taken part and the celebration continues to grow – CLICK HERE to see events that have been hosted around the world!
The goal of World Girls’ Ice Hockey Weekend is to have events from coast to coast to coast that recruit, retain and engage players, coaches, officials and fans – old and new. It aims to celebrate and grow the game while uniting Canadians through grassroots programming led by girls hockey associations, minor hockey associations and communities.
HOW TO GET INVOLVED?
In Canada, local hockey associations can apply to host their event through their provincial/territorial Member. Hockey Canada and its Members will supply funding reimbursements, gifting and additional support or resources to approved events on a first come, first approved basis.
Local hockey associations are urged to host their World Girls’ Ice Hockey Weekend event at a time that suits their community and association throughout October or November to kick start their season!
More than 50,000 Canadians have celebrated World Girls’ Ice Hockey Weekend since 2019 with over 500 events being hosted across the nation. From games and skills sessions to classroom activities and road hockey, people of all ages contributed to the growth of women’s hockey in their own unique way!
CLICK HERE for a list of the events that are happening across the nation for the 2024 event!
