Ontario Hockey Association
OHA Website Will Be Down for Maintenance this Weekend
Date:01/12/2023 Source:Ontario Hockey Association
Cambridge, ON - The OHA website will be down for maintenance this weekend. This part of the process for the OHA's website redesign. Look for the redesigned and revamped OHA website early next week. ...
A Special Offer from HelloFresh for OHA members
Date:12/29/2022 Source:Ontario Hockey Association
Cambridge, ON - Go to hellofresh.ca and enter the promo code OHA to receive $90 off your first 3 boxes. Pre-game or post-game, HelloFresh has dinner covered with: - 30+ weekly meals to choose from, including delicious and balanced recipes perfect for active families; - Farm-fresh ingredients delivered to your door every week at the peak of their flavour an...
ANNOUNCING THE 2022-23 GOJHL FUTURE STARS AND TOP PROSPECTS
Date:12/27/2022 Source:Ontario Hockey Association
Cambridge, ON – The Greater Ontario Junior Hockey League is pleased to release the rosters for this season’s Future Stars and Top Prospects games set for December 27. The event is being hosted by the Ayr Centennials and being held at the North Dumfries Community Centre. “After having to cancel last year we couldn’t be more excited to have this incredible event...
Season Greetings from the OHA
Date:12/22/2022 Source:Ontario Hockey Association
Cambridge, ON - On behalf of everyone at the OHA, we hope that 2023 brings everyone within and connected to the association - all clubs, players, staff, volunteers, sponsors and all other stakeholders - with every joy and success and is filled with possibility! After two pandemic-riddled seasons and the recent challenges facing us from within Hockey Canada, we look forward to wo...
The OHA wishes a Chag Hanukkah Sameach, a Happy Hanukkah, to all those celebrating!
Date:12/16/2022 Source:Ontario Hockey Association
Cambridge, Ont. - Lasting for eight nights and days starting this Sunday, December 18 until Monday, December 26 is the celebration of Hanukkah (also known as the Festival of Lights), the Jewish holiday commemorating the Jewish maccabis’ army and their successful revolt. In 175 B.C., King Antiochus made it illegal for people to practice Judaism. When they refused, he...
Allan Cup Hockey announces new commissioner and league updates
Date:11/30/2022 Source:Ontario Hockey Association
Cambridge, Ont. - The 2022-23 Allan Cup Hockey (ACH) season gets under way the first weekend of December but there are some sweeping announcements to share. The ACH is pleased to announce Rick Richardson has agreed to become the new Commissioner of the ACH. Richardson is the former Chair of the OHA Board of Directors and also represented the ACH at the OHF and Hockey C...
Remembrance Day - Honoring Those Who Gave Their Lives to Serve Our Country
Date:11/11/2022 Source:Ontario Hockey Association
Cambridge, ON - Today we pay homage to the brave men and women who have given us our freedom by honoring our heroes that served and held our flag high. Lest we forget! To learn more about Remembrance Day click here ...
Mental Health 365 to Host Mental Health in Hockey Event
Date:11/05/2022 Source:Ontario Hockey Association
St. Marys, ON - A total of 6 speakers from WHL to PJHL will be discussing Metal Health in hockey. The event takes place November 12th, 1 pm-4 pm at the River Valley Golf Course in St Marys, ON. The event free of charge. For more information click here ...
Battlefords North Stars (SJHL) still No. 1 in CJHL rankings
Date:10/31/2022 Source:Ontario Hockey Association
CALGARY, Alta. – The Canadian Junior Hockey League (CJHL) announced Monday the latest edition of its Top 20 Rankings, which concluded for the period ending October 30. Back atop the listings, in the 118-team CJHL, for another week are the Battlefords North Stars (SJHL). Still unbeaten in regulation play, to date, in Saskatchewan Junior Hockey League action this season at 15-0-1-1, the Nort...
Independent Safe Sport Complaint Process
Date:10/28/2022 Source:Ontario Hockey Association
A core focus is contributing to the safety of all individuals of all backgrounds and interests. We believe that every person has a role to play in creating a safe and inclusive environment in hockey. As well, every person in our game should have an expectation that the OHF will provide a hockey environment that is safe, accessible, inclusive and is free from all forms of Maltreatment, Bullyi...
The Ontario Hockey Association wishes you a very happy Diwali!
Date:10/24/2022 Source:Ontario Hockey Association
Cambridge – Diwali, or Dipawali, is India's biggest and most important holiday of the year. The festival gets its name from the row (avali) of clay lamps (deepa) that Indians light outside their homes to symbolize the inner light that protects from spiritual darkness. For more information, click here ...
Milton Menace (OJHL) take over top spot in CJHL rankings
Date:10/17/2022 Source:Ontario Hockey Association
CALGARY, Alta. – The Canadian Junior Hockey League (CJHL) announced Monday that the Milton Menace (OJHL) have taken over the leaderboard in the latest edition of its Top 20 Rankings, which applies for the period concluding October 16. Milton, who have yet to lose in regulation play so far this season, boast a solid 12-0-0-1 start to their campaign, and have reeled off nine consecutive victo...
Yom Kippur - A Time to Reflect
Date:10/04/2022 Source:Ontario Hockey Association
Cambridge – The Ontario Hockey Association would like to recognize Yom Kippur. Yom Kippur is the holiest, most important day of the year in Judaism, known as the “Day of Atonement.” It begins at sundown Tuesday, October 4, 2022, and ends Wednesday evening, October 5th—the last of the ten days of penitence that began with Rosh Hashanah (t...
National Day for Truth and Reconciliation
Date:09/29/2022 Source:Ontario Hockey Association
CAMBRIDGE - Annually, September 30th is recognized throughout Canada as the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. This day honours the children who never returned home and the Survivors of Canada’s Residential School systems. It is also a day for the public to recognize the tragic and painful history and ongoing impacts of residential schools as part of a national commitment to rec...
Collingwood Blues of the OJHL are No. 1 in initial CJHL rankings for 2022-23
Date:09/26/2022 Source:Ontario Hockey Association
CALGARY, Alta. – The Canadian Junior Hockey League (CJHL) announced Monday that the Collingwood Blues (OJHL) are slotted No. 1 overall in its initial Top 20 Rankings for the 2022-23 season. After going unbeaten in regulation during preseason play, Collingwood has posted seven consecutive victories to begin competition in the Ontario Junior Hockey League, under head coach Andrew Campoli and ...
GOJHL STATEMENT ON TRAGIC PASSING OF ELI PALFREYMAN
Date:09/07/2022 Source:Ontario Hockey Association
CAMBRIDGE - The Greater Ontario Junior Hockey League is devastated to hear of the passing of 20-year-old Eli Palfreyman “The GOJHL and all member teams would like to extend our deepest condolences to Eli’s family, friends, his teammates, and the entire Centennials organization. This is an unexplainable tragedy, and no words can ease the pain everyone involved ...
OHA Official is Recipient of Kenneth Stiles Memorial Scholarship
Date:07/12/2022 Source:Ontario Hockey Association
CAMBRIDGE - OHA Official Mitchell Hardy is one of the six recipients of the prestigious Kenneth R. Stiles Memorial Scholarship. The scholarships are awarded annually to members of the Hockey Canada Officiating Program to help offset the cost of post-secondary education, supporting their efforts to reach their university or college goals, and to reward their interest in mentori...
OHA-partner Lipsweater is Getting Ready to Launch Their Collection
Date:07/05/2022 Source:Ontario Hockey Association
CAMBRIDGE, Ont. – Our partner Lipsweater is currently getting ready to launch their collection and we’ve got a few things to share: The OHA has unlocked 50 free tickets to the Hockey of Tomorrow conference set for tomorrow. It starts at 12:30 PM and ends at 5:30 PM in downtown Montreal. Attendees include NCAA coaches, sports agents, pro players and many othe...
Presenting the Hockey of Tomorrow Conference
Date:06/28/2022 Source:Ontario Hockey Association
CAMBRIDGE, Ont. – The Ontario Hockey Association (OHA) is proud to share that we’re partners in the Hockey of Tomorrow Conference, held next week on July 6th from 12:30 PM to 6 PM in Montreal. The event is organized in collaboration with CAA Hockey, HockeyDB, Lipsweater, Missin Curfew & the World Hockey Association 50th Anniversary. Hockey ...
DAIRY FARMERS OF ONTARIO AND ONTARIO HOCKEY ASSOCIATION ANNOUNCE BURSARY WINNERS FOR 2021-22
Date:06/27/2022 Source:Ontario Hockey Association
CAMBRIDGE - Six outstanding Ontario Hockey Association (OHA) players have been selected to receive bursaries from Dairy Farmers of Ontario (DFO) in the amount of $8,000 each, to further their post-secondary education. The bursary program, funded directly by Ontario dairy producers, recognizes young athletes who show leadership in building strong and healthy communities, demonstrate high a...
Ontario Hockey Association (OHA) Annual General Meeting (AGM) and Awards Celebration
Date:06/21/2022 Source:Ontario Hockey Association
CAMBRIDGE, Ont. - The 133nd Ontario Hockey Association (OHA) Annual General Meeting (AGM) and Awards Celebration was held on June 18, 2022 at Ontario Tech University in Oshawa, Ontario. The business portion of the meeting was run by Parliamentarian Jason Robinson and the meeting was opened by OHA Chair of the Board of Directors Trevor Tinney. The AGM included representation from ...
OHA MOURNS THE LOSS OF MIKE DUGGAN
Date:06/17/2022 Source:Ontario Hockey Association
CAMBRIDGE, Ont. – Mike passed away at the age of 75 on Sunday, June 12, 2022. Loving husband of JoAnne (nee Lavin) for 53 years. Loving Dad to Jeff (Sandy) and Michelle. Beloved Grandpa to Abby, Maya, Michael, and Liam. Survived by brothers Barry, Kelly, and Kevin and cherished Aunt Colleen Harvey. Eldest son of the late Gerry and Barbara Duggan (nee O’Halloran). Fond...
The OHA partners with LipSweater
Date:05/28/2022 Source:Ontario Hockey Association
CAMBRIDGE, Ont. – Ever heard of NFTs, blockchain or crypto and wondered what it’s all about? Well now is your chance. The Ontario Hockey Association (OHA) is proud to announce a new innovative partnership with Lipsweater The OHA & Lipsweater will be offering a free 5-week web3 & NFT educational program for all of its members. The program will consist ...
OHA OFFICE IS MOVING
Date:05/24/2022 Source:Ontario Hockey Association
CAMBRIDGE, Ont. – Effective May 25th, the address of the OHA Office will be: 1600 Industrial Rd. #A1 Cambridge, ON N3H 4W5 ...
OHA MOURNS THE LOSS OF IVAN LOCKE
Date:05/17/2022 Source:Ontario Hockey Association
CAMBRIDGE, Ont. – Ivan Locke, a long-time resident of Oshawa and referee, Passed away peacefully at Hillsdale Terraces on Thursday May 12th, 2022, at the age of 92 years. Ivan started his refereeing career in the Oshawa City League in 1949. His many awards include the 1968 Mel Bradley Award, the 1986 OMHA Referee Instructor's Award for over 30 years’ servic...
11 CJHLers named to final NHL Draft rankings
Date:05/05/2022 Source:Ontario Hockey Association
- Article courtesy of the Canadian Junior Hockey League (CJHL) with files from the OJHL CALGARY, Alta. – The National Hockey League’s Central Scouting Bureau released its final rankings Thursday as a run-up to the 2022 NHL Draft and 11 players from the Canadian Junior Hockey League (CJHL) are among those listed. The highest-ranked CJHL skater is Okotoks Oilers (AJHL) left wing, ...
OHA Bursary Program presented by Dairy Farmers of Ontario
Date:04/25/2022 Source:Ontario Hockey Association
CAMBRIDGE, Ont. – OHA members know first-hand the commitment needed to succeed at a high level on the ice and in the classroom. With this school year providing extra challenges, the hard work put forth by graduating students deserves to be recognized. The OHA is proud to partner with Dairy Farmers of Ontario (DFO) to present the Bursary Program, which recognizes OHA members ...
OHA Officials Selected for 2022 USPORTS Hockey Championships
Date:03/29/2022 Source:Ontario Hockey Association
CAMBRIDGE, Ont. – Officiating in important games is nothing new to both officials. Schein, who has been an official since 2006, has a number of impressive highlights under his belt. He officiated the OJHL Buckland Cup Championships in 2016, 2017, 2018, the World Jr. A Challenge in Dawson Creek BC in 2019, and the recent OUA Queens Cup hosted by Brock University. Bannerman has been...
Matt Fergenbaum represents Canada at the 2022 Paralympics Olympic Games
Date:03/21/2022 Source:Ontario Hockey Association
CAMBRIDGE, Ont. – After a two year hiatus of not working any international tournaments, Fergenbaum was able to reconnect with fellow officials, players, coaches and the rest of the individuals that made the event so incredible. The Thornhill, Ontario native was linesman with at the recent Hockey Paralympics. He worked two round robin games plus a quarter final, semi-final (U...
4 OJHL teams listed in final CJHL Top 20 Rankings for the 2021-2022 season
Date:03/21/2022 Source:Ontario Hockey Association
Photo: CJHL - Article courtesy of the Canadian Junior Hockey League (CJHL) with files from the OJHL CJHL announces its final Top 20 Rankings for 2021-22 season CALGARY, Alta. – The Canadian Junior Hockey League (CJHL) announced Monday its final Top 20 Rankings, for the 2021-22 season. Finishing on top of the table once again is the Brooks Bandits of the Alberta Junior Hockey Leag...
