A Fun Filled Night of Hockey in Richmond Hill, Ontario!

Press Release:

The NHL Alumni Tour, presented by Scotiabank, brings the heat to the Canadian Women's All-stars in Richmond Hill!

This annual event promises to be the best yet!

Richmond Hill, Friday, February, 10th, 2012: Scotiabank brings the greatest game on ice to Richmond Hill, giving you opportunities to meet some of the most renowned hockey players of all time! No one should miss this unique chance to shake the hands of Hockey Hall of Famers and Stanley Cup winners. For extra excitement we have special guest Coach and Ambassador for the game, Walter Gretzky at this great charity event. The NHL Alumni are coming, not only to challenge members of the Canadian Woman’s All Stars to the on-ice hockey game of their lives but to join forces to raise money for Camp Maple Leaf.

“We are very excited to showcase an exhibition game with Canadian Women’s All Stars said Mark Napier, Executive Director, NHL Alumni. “We cherish the chance to get together as Alumni to play with old friends and promote the game of hockey across Ontario, all while raising money for a great cause.”

The exciting blend of hockey skill and fun ensures that all will have a fantastic time. In addition to the game, the fans will be treated to a skills competition featuring the world-class players, as well as some hilarious on-ice practical jokes. The game will be taking place at Elgin Barrow Arena, which is located at 43 Church Street South, Richmond Hill, Ont. at 7 pm. For ticket information, please visit www.benefithockey.com. Come out and join in the fun!

Scotiabank is proud to provide exciting experiences like the NHL Alumni Tour for hockey fans in our community. As Canada's Hockey Bank, Scotiabank has seen first hand, the love that Canadians have for this game. Through this Tour, the NHL Alumni and Scotiabank are able to support an event that raises much-needed funding and awareness for children and adults with physical and intellectual disabilities. All funds raised through Torch Run events are aimed at programs that directly support and affect all community-based Special Olympics programs. Funds are channeled into community programs, assisting with a variety of expenses including games travel, accommodation, meals, staff support, grants to new community programs, athlete training, public education, volunteer/coach training and development initiatives like school programs (which opens up opportunities to new younger athletes). 

Camp Maple Leaf (www.campmapleleaf.net) was originally started by the Canadian Council of War Veteran’s Associations in 1955. The camp is a living memorial, paying homage to Canadian soldiers who were killed in the line of duty. For over 40 years they offered the leadership that was necessary in order to offer a quality summer experience to children who, due to financial barriers, would not have been able to attend summer camp.

The NHL Alumni (www.nhlalumni.net) is a non-profit organization, which serves as a liaison for 28 local alumni groups. The Association has adopted the motto of "Hockey's Greatest Family", providing programs and assistance for all retired NHL players, including career transition with the Life After Hockey Program.

The CWHL (www.cwhl.ca) The Canadian Women's Hockey League (CWHL) is a not-for-profit organization run by the Canadian Association for the Advancement of Amateur Women's Hockey (C.A.A.A.W.H.). The league depends upon valuable support from private donations and corporate sponsors.  Every dollar goes towards building a league that is dedicated to raising the profile of women's hockey while providing a place where the best female hockey players come to train and compete. The Canadian Women's Hockey League is the most premier, professionally run women's hockey league in the world. This league, gives elite level players a competitive environment to showcase their on ice skills. These players are the future of our sport. We salute their dedication and sportsmanship. “This is a great opportunity for us to share our game skills and our top players, and we appreciate the NHL Alumni for supporting us and involving us in these great charity hockey games.” said Brenda Andress, Executive Director of the Canadian Woman's Hockey League.

About Scotiabank

As the Official Bank of the NHL®, NHLPA®, NHL Alumni™ and the CWHL, Scotiabank is very proud to be Canada’s Hockey Bank. Scotiabank has a long tradition of supporting hockey in Canada from local teams and minor hockey associations to professional players and leagues. Through its partnerships, Scotiabank’s hockey programs enrich the communities where Canadians live and work by engaging fans and players in new ways to celebrate our game. Scotiabank supports the passion and pride Canadians feel for hockey and believes that this great game helps young people learn about teamwork, camaraderie and the spirit of competition. Scotiabank also has partnerships with the Calgary Flames®, whose home is Scotiabank Saddledome, and the Ottawa Senators® whose home arena is Scotiabank Place. For more information on Scotiabank’s hockey programs, visit www.scotiahockeyclub.com.

For more information:

Dylan Wade, NHL Alumni Association, 416.798.2586 ext: 33