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Communities 13 Inc expansion sub committee is hosting a public meeting to discuss and share information about a possible 2nd Ice surface and expansion to the APM centre. If you would like to see this happen then we need your support by attending this meeting.
The meeting is taking place TUESDAY, March 19th at 8PM at the APM gymnasium.
Have you signed our petition yet? https://chng.it/4dqRb66yPw
Thanks everyone, it's time to let our town Councilors and Mayors of the 13 Communities know that we support and need this expansion.
Communities 13 Inc Expansion Sub Committee. Rob MacAdam, Scott Cameron, Mark White, Tim Hamel, Sid Annema, Christopher Drummond and Trevor MacNeill
Please be informed that the Sweetheart Tournament Volunteer and Food Donation Sign Up links will not be posted on January 25th. We are postponing until the tournament schedule is released.
The Volunteer and Food Sign Up Links will be posted on Sunday, January 28th at 6:00 pm instead.
NRMHA is wanting to fill the rink for this week's Under-18 AA West Masonry Flames game vs Gulf Storm.
The team will be collecting donations at the door and donate the team's proceeds of the 50-50 to the Tyson MacDonald Scholarship Fund in honour of #8, Tyson MacDonald, who played with the Kings County U18AA team.
Game time is 7:30pm at the APM Centre - Thursday January 18th, 2024.
NRMHA will be holding open family skates this weekend at no charge.
- Friday - January 12th from 6:20pm - 7:20pm
- Saturday - January 13th from 6:30pm -7:30pm
Everyone is welcome to attend.
If you are working on doing your meal prep for the coming week or trying to fit in a meal between all the last minute to do's next week - add this to your calendar. NRMHA Pizza Night Fundraiser Event at Blaze Pizza.
The Special Code is listed in the ad. This can also be applied to online orders.
Grab your pizza at Blaze Pizza on December 20th between 4:00 and 8:00 pm.
Be sure to share this event.
Congratulations to our NRMHA Fundraising Draw Winners.
- 1st Place - $500 - Jamie Mills
- 2nd Place - $300 - Glenda Cummings
- 3rd Place - $200 - Amanda Savoie
NRMHA will be holding our team managers meeting on November 2nd at 7pm at the -Town Hall Community Room.
We do ask that every team have a representative to attend, as we will be reviewing information for the upcoming season such as Criminal Record Checks, Bank Letters, Affiliated Players, Tournaments, Team Fundraising, Ice Schedules, and Facility Guidelines. We will have a sign in for all those attending.
As we prepare for the meeting- we ask that teams get their website completed with roster, bench staff, and team calendar set up.
Good afternoon,
Sport PEI is offering free inclusion and diversity workshops next Wednesday and Thursday (October 25-26) at the House of Sport (40 Enman Crescent, Charlottetown). Cultural Inclusion Training presented by Immigrant & Refugee Services Association PEI will be offered Wednesday morning and evening and Brace Spaces 101 presented by PEERS Alliance will be offered Wednesday morning and Thursday evening.
Please share with your board members, coaches, officials and volunteers to register and have registrations in by end of day Monday, October 23. Apologies if Hockey PEI has already shared this information with you - hope to see you there!
Schedule
- Cultural Inclusion Training - Wed, Oct. 25 - 9:00-10:30 am - Room 234
- Braves Spaces 101 - Wed, Oct. 25 - 10:45 am-12:15 pm - Room 234
- Cultural Inclusion Training - Wed, Oct. 25 - 6:00-7:30 pm - Room 125
- Brave Spaces 101 - Thurs, Oct. 26 - 6:00-7:30 pm - Room 125
Register Here Free Of Charge
https://forms.gle/CqXPLFSUFXk62VZw7
About The Workshops
Cultural Inclusion Training presented by Immigrant and Refugee Services Association PEI
- Develops and delivers appropriate presentations and workshops to workplaces and community groups on anti-racism, cultural diversity, and equity
- Assists professionals in government departments, businesses, and community organizations to understand issues related to cultural inclusion
- Works with newcomers to Canada to assist them in developing presentations on their home country and culture tailored for Island audiences
Braves Spaces 101 by PEERS Alliance
Brave Spaces 101 is a workshop that dives into what inclusivity and creating a brave space means for the 2SLGBTQ+ community and its allies. This educational session will explore:
- The definitions of gender identity, sexual orientation and gender expression through the lens of privilege and power
- How to develop a shared understanding of Brave Spaces
- Identifying strategies for supporting 2SLGBTQ+ inclusivity
Thank you,
Mitch Sanderson
He/him
True Sport Project Lead, Sport PEI
40 Enman Crescent, Charlottetown PEI
msanderson@sportpei.pe.ca
902-218-4593
Are you a student looking for Volunteer hours for the Community Bursary or Duke of Edinburgh Program? We can schedule around your availability.
NRMHA is looking for some volunteers to help out with some of our younger teams. All hours will be tracked and submitted to the appropriate program on behalf of NRMHA. We will need volunteers for our U7 and U9 programs.
*Reminder for any student volunteer registered player, as per Hockey PEI, you must be 16yrs or older to be a part of a team bench staff.
For those 13yrs- 16yrs old, you may only participate with team practices or U7 sessions.
If you're interested - please email nrmhaassistant@gmail.com by October 23rd, 2023.
Communities 13 Inc will be having their AGM on
Oct 18th at 7:00pm at the APM Centre.
As we prepare for the Season, we're now doing our call out for all "A" Coaches (Head and Assistant). This is for both Male and Female teams within NRMHA.
Divisions- U7 - U18
Please click on the link to submit your interest.
https://forms.gle/bBSK1zZCyEHj6cg68
Deadline for submissions is October 15th, 2023.
We will be holding a conditioning skate and drills season open for all of our U7 Players before the regular season gets started. This is for both Male and Female players.
The Session will be held at the APM Centre on Saturday, October 14th at 8:00 - 9:00 AM.
Fee will be $10/player
The Maximum number will be 35 skaters.
Deadline to register is October 10th, 2023.
Click on link to register - https://forms.gle/a2PZgZtQXyGVE59f8
Due to numbers - if a parent is looking to go on the ice to volunteer, please email the coordinator - Stephanie Keith stephmkeith@gmail.com
If you are a first time Hockey parent this year, a reminder that at least one parent must complete the Respect in Sport- Parent Program.
Click on link to get started-
Respect in Sport for Hockey Canada Parents - Getting Started (respectgroupinc.com)
North River Minor Hockey will again be offering a New to Hockey Camp for female players between the ages of 7 and 17 this fall. This camp is designed for players that haven't played organized hockey in the past, who want to try hockey in a fun non-competitive environment.
The camp will include 7 x 1 hour sessions over 2 weeks, which will focus on learning the basics skills of hockey and the fun the sport can offer. It will be run by NRMHA Volunteers along with players from our female program.
When:
- October 2nd, 2023 5:10 PM - 6:10 PM
- October 4th, 2023 4:30 PM - 5:30 PM
- October 7tht, 2023 12:40 PM -1:40 PM
- October 13th, 2023 6:20 PM - 7:20 PM
- October 15th, 2023 5:40 PM - 6:40 PM
- October 16th,2023 5:10 PM - 6:10 PM
- October 19th, 2023 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Where: All Ice times are at the APM Centre in Cornwall.
Cost: $80 / player
*DO NOT SUBMIT YOUR NRMHA REGISTRATION until the camp is completed. When the camp finishes on October 19th - you will receive your registration link for the season.
Any players who participate (who haven't been registered with NRMHA in the past two years) that register for the 2023-24 season with NRMHA this money will be deducted from their registration!
** Equipment will be available to borrow for this event thanks. Details will be provided to players interested in registering.
To Register click on the following link.
https://forms.gle/1mSvEhyY1KL1Ec2q6
Payment can be made by etransfer - to NRMHAPayments@gmail.com. Please advise in Payment - New to Hockey program and player's name.
NRMHA is now seeking applications for anyone interested in officiating or being a Timekeeper for the upcoming Season.
(Applicants are required to be a minimum of 12yrs).
*** If interested, please forward your name, the reason why you wish to become an official, and any related experience. Please note that there are limited spots available.
Those successful will then be approved to register for a clinic with Hockey PEI.
Deadline for applications is September 29th. Email - nrmhaassistant@gmail.com
*** Only those selected for an interview will be contacted ***
On behalf of the NRMHA and the Board of Directors, welcome back to hockey! And Welcome to all the New Members.
We are just as excited as you are to be lacing up our skates again and dropping the puck on a new season. We are again looking forward to the sounds of the rink, family and friends in the stands cheering, teammates supporting each other, and everyone's favorite- Rink Fries.
We've been asked about registration rates for the upcoming season.
Unfortunately, this year due to rising costs and our hourly rate for ice rental going up, we have no choice but to increase our registration prices by $10. This is something we have been able to avoid since 2018.and did not take the decision lightly. Members should be aware that your registration rate also covers the cost of officials and timekeepers for each game.
For Families looking to apply for funding support, please click on the link- 2023/2024 Funding Support - North River Minor Hockey Association (northriverflames.ca) Anyone that has applied and received approval or awaiting approval email will need to reach out to the registrar with details before final registration date.
Fundscrip- those families that participate with the Fundscrip program will receive their balance notification by September 15th, 2023. This program is a great incentive for all families to get a kick back to go on registration. Many NR Families take part in this program and just in the past year, we have applied over $3000 towards their registration fees. For more information- Microsoft Word - 2021.Fundscript.Information.docx (northriverflames.ca)
NRMHA 2023-2024 Registration
Rates:
- Under 7 (Must be 4yrs by Dec. 31st, 2023) = $330 + $80 Fundraising Fee = $410.00
- 1 Player (U9 - U18) = $480 + $80 Fundraising Fee = $560.00
- 2 Player (U9 - U18) = $920 + $160 Fundraising Fee = $1080.00
- 3 Player (U9 - U18) = $1250 + $240 Fundraising Fee = $1490.00
- 4 Player (U9 - U18) = $1450 + $320 Fundraising Fee = $1770.00
**Late fee of $50 / player for all returning players after September 23rd, 2023. Last day to register for NRMHA is September 30th. (After September 30th, it will be subject for approval based on division numbers).**
Payment method will be cash, cheque(s), or e-transfer. (E-transfer must be in full payment). Include your child's full name and birth year in the E-transfer memo. No password required. E-transfer to- NRMHAPayments@gmail.com
- 25% of the registration rate is required by September 23rd, 2023.
The remainder of the fee can be paid in 3 equal installments by post dated cheques due on:
- 2nd Installment due September 30th, 2023.
- 3rd Installment due October 14th, 2023.
- 4th Installment and registration to be paid in full by October 31st, 2023.
**Our only in person registration session will be held on Saturday- September 23rd from 9-Noon at the APM Gym.
Our registration link is now open. (Please use your existing HCR account to register).
https://page.spordle.com/north-river/register
Please find the support link to assist if you run into problems getting registered for the season.
Register to play (participate) (spordle.com)
Keep an eye out on our Facebook Page and our Website for notices leading up to our regular season. Official Start Date for North River Minor Hockey is October 20th, 2023.
As registration closes, coordinators will be communicating and posting on their coordinator's page on our website.
It's been so great to see everyone take advantage of Gear Exchange program. So many have been able to utilize some used get to get them on the ice for this Season.
For us to keep this gear exchange going, we do need help from our members with some helpful hints to make it even better.
*We do not wish item(s) dropped off that are not in good condition. If there's something broke, ripped, or in not so good condition, please refrain from dropping the item(s) off to the bin. Also, be sure to check the expiry date, as we do need gear to be CSA approved.
*It would be beneficial if gloves or skates be placed together by either tape or tying the skates together. Having unpaired items placed in the bin and not together, is not helpful when the bin starts to overflow.
*All items are to be placed in the bin, and nothing should be left around the bin or on the floor. This can be a safety concern with young siblings and spectators in that area.
Did you know we have more gear available for members to check out? The cupboards located down by the Zamboni doors also has all kinds of gear available.
It's certainly a busy season for everyone to advantage of the available gear, we just ask that we have everyone's support in helping us keep the area tidy, sorted, and clean.
*Please note our NR Gear exchange is open to all Associations, not just NRMHA.
We're inviting anyone looking to try Hockey for the upcoming Season to attend a session.
- Players must be in full gear to attend. We will have a few volunteers on the ice to assist with the participants. Session will be held at the APM Centre and players are to sign in 30 minutes before the ice session.
- Must register to attend.
- Must turn "4" yrs old by December 31st, 2023 to be eligible to play this season.
- There's no fee for the session.
Session will be held on Saturday, September 16th at 12:40pm - 1:40pm.
Session is for those *NEW* to NRMHA and looking to play hockey for the upcoming Season. Open to both Male and Female players.
Deadline to register is September 13th, 2023
Click on link to sign up
https://forms.gle/Q4epqsLtoXuRgnuA8
For those looking to register with my first shift program- click on link for details and locations
The Hockey Canada Assist Fund,My Biggest Fan Foundation, Jumpstart, and Kidsport are some financial programs available to help offset the cost associated with hockey for parents/guardian. We are thankful for these programs and appreciate the assistance they provide to our members each season.
Feel free in checking out the attached links for further details.
Hockey Canada Assist Fund: https://assistfund.hockeycanadafoundation.ca/en/index.html
My Biggest Fan foundation: Charity | My Biggest Fan Foundation Inc.
Jumpstart Program: Home | Jumpstart (canadiantire.ca)
Kidsport: KidSport Canada | So all kids can play
North River Minor Hockey Association is looking for new volunteers to help deliver hockey programming to over 500 young players.
Like many other sports and recreation organizations, our Association is run almost entirely by volunteers. Whether you have a hockey background, or not, we probably have a role for you.
This is a great opportunity for you to get involved, and help shape the minor hockey experience for players, parents, and coaches alike.
We are looking to fill the following Board and Volunteer positions open for the upcoming 2023/24 season:
- U13 Coordinator
- U15 Coordinator
- Development Coordinator
- Jersey/Equipment Coordinator
If you are interested, please email Crystal Cameron at nrmhaassistant@gmail.com.
If these roles are not of interest to you, but you are interested in volunteering in another capacity, please contact us as there is always room for more volunteers.
As the hockey season is quickly approaching, many of our volunteers have been busy in organizing another great start to the season. Please note that our NRMHA 2023/2024 registration details and online registration will be released later this month.
For those needing hockey equipment, our donation bin and back cupboards at the APM are overflowing. There are plenty of items in good condition that we know players could use. (Skates, helmets, hockey bags, protective gear, etc.) When going through the equipment, we ask that you kindly place any unwanted items back in the cupboards and keep the space organized.
Any equipment being dropped off should be in good condition that you would in turn still use if needed. Expired or items in less than good condition, should not be dropped off in donations for us to throw out.
We appreciate your cooperation with this and we welcome all families to stop in and help themselves to the gear.
Thank you to all those that have dropped off gear.
Angela James and Carly Anderson will be accompanying the cup with the possibility of a couple other players/alumni from the Toronto Six.
Any Tournament or provincial
Banners are asked to be turned into the APM Staff no later than Thursday this week- preferably the earlier the better.
The coaching selection committee would like to congratulate the following individuals on being selected as AA Head Coaches for the 2023-24 Season. The committee would also like to thank all those that applied.
- U9 "AA"- Brodie Carter & Jason Malone
- U11 "A" - John Brioux
- U13 "AA"- Dylan Cameron
- U15 "AA"- Taylor Lank
- U18- David Lank
Best of Luck to all the coaches!
NRMHA will be holding their Annual General Meeting on Tuesday May 30th at 7pm at the APM.
All members are encouraged to attend.
North River Minor Hockey Association is now accepting applications for "AA" coaches for the 2023 - 24 season.
Divisions U9- U18 (Please note that U11 is "A" for North River Minor Hockey)
We will be announcing our "AA" Coaches for 2023-2024 at our AGM Meeting on May 30th, 2023.
Deadline for submissions is April 30th, 2023.
Please click on link for for details
Volunteers are one of the key cornerstones between a good season at NRMHA and a great hockey experience for our kids. It is important to understand that for every one person we have been able to recognize here that there are literally hundreds of other volunteers that have contributed to make hockey successful at NRMHA.
We encourage everyone (players, parents, coaches, managers, etc...) to submit their nomination(s) to assist us in recognizing those individuals/groups.
NRMHA - Annual Awards
- Coach (or Group of Coaches) - coach(es) who shows leadership to players, demonstrates skill development and has a sound philosophy, all while kids are having fun playing a sport they love. Winning is a consideration but not the only one and not the most important one.
- Team of the Year - recognize a Team's significant achievements, performances, team spirit and contributions during the 2022-2023 season
- Volunteer of the Year - acknowledge outstanding service by a NRMHA Member
Submissions will be accepted up till April 29th, 2023.
Please click on link https://forms.gle/axna4JRDqx5QCNz76
Hello - NRMHA parents and community members,
For the past 2 years our APM expansion committee has been working as a sub committee of the Communities 13 inc board. Our goal is to explore the feasibility of adding an additional ice surface and expanding the general recreation space at the current APM Centre. The APM Expansion committee had a Feasibility Study completed by Jim Cain of Firland Management. The link to this Feasibility study is below. This study shows that NRMHA has the regional population growth to justify adding a 2nd ice surface and expanding the recreation space at the APM Centre.
Feasibility Study, Business & Concept Plan
Jim Cain is the President and Owner of Firland Management. Jim's management team is a hands-on team of consultants who have extensive industry experience in the recreation, and specifically, ice rink industry. More information about Firland Management can be found here. https://icerinks.com/
As hockey parents we feel that we are spending most of our time in rinks other than our home rink - the APM centre, so we decided to see if it would be feasible to have a 2nd ice surface added.
The APM centre was built in 2001 with the goal of one day having a 2nd ice surface added. Consider the following reasons to support this project.
- North River Minor Hockey, Matrix and Wildcat users are looking for additional ice to rent on a regular basis that is not available.
- Many home games or practices take place outside of Cornwall for NRMHA players.
- NRMHA is the 2nd largest minor hockey association on PEI and growing.
- Cornwall has grown in population by 49% since 2001 and Cornwall ranks 14th in the country and 1st in the Atlantic region among municipalities with 5000 plus residents. Roughly 300 lots were recently approved for construction in Cornwall.
- Charlottetown Ringette is looking to rent ice from the APM that is not available as it is full.
We are looking for your support. If you agree with our goal, we would ask that you consider doing some or all of the following...
- Help promote, like and share our facebook page (2nd Ice Surface & Recreational Facility - APM Centre - Cornwall PEI). https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100086842122944
- Speak to your MLA and town council members about this project.
- Share suggestions or support by emailing us at:
apmexpansioncommittee@gmail.com
Thank you,
Rob MacAdam, Scott Cameron, Mark White, Tim Hamel, Sid Annema, Christopher Drummond and Trevor MacNeill
As we head into our second weekend of provincial play.
Good Luck to our NR Flames, be sure to stop any of the rinks to show your support and cheer the players on.
- U11 A Flames in Kensington
- U13 A Team McCourt and U13 A Team Wood in Summerside for Tier 1
- U13 Girls Team Coade and U13 Girls Team Cameron in Tignish
- U15 AA Flames in Pownal
- U18 A Team 1 Buchanan Technologies - in Summerside for Tier 2
- U18 Girls Flames in Tyne Valley
Standings and Schedule link will be available thru Hockey PEI
Best Wishes to our following NR teams heading into provincial play.
- U11 Team Hamel and Team Hardy - playing in Summerside.
- U13 AA Flames - playing in Pownal
- U15 A Team Savoie and Team Harding - playing in Sherwood
- U11 Girls Team Balderston (Tier 1) - playing in Crapaud
- U11 Girls Team McKenzie (Tier 2) - playing in Crapaud
- U15 Girls - playing in Montague
Special shout out to our NR U18 AA Flames - playing at the APM this weekend. Good luck to the coaches, players, and volunteers hosting the event.
They welcome all NR players and families to come and show their support throughout the weekend. Be sure to stop in and cheer them on!
Schedule
Friday
- 9:30am - NR U18 AA Flames vs Kings County
- 4:10pm - NR U18 AA Flames vs Evangeline
Saturday
- 2:30pm - NR U18 AA Flames vs Central Attack
Sunday
- Semi's - starting at 10:10am and 11:50am
- Finals at 3:10pm
Good Luck to all the teams- Go Flames Go
It's time to recognize female coaches in your community. Nominate your coach before February 24th!
Volunteer Signup
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/60B0F44AAA72AA3FD0-2023
Hospitality Food Donations Signup
This February, @timhortons is bringing back their Special Olympics Donut. From Feb 3rd to 5th, 100% of proceeds will go to @specialocanada, helping support Special Olympics athletes from coast to coast. Mark your calendars and make a difference.
#ChooseToInclude
The planning has begun for the 2023 Sweetheart Tournament.
We are looking for volunteers to join our committee.
If interested- please email Caley McDonald at mcdonald.caley@gmail.com
With the colder weather, it's time to start thinking of outdoor rinks and ponds. For those looking and needing second hand skates or equipment, be sure to stop by the APM Donation Bin as it's overflowing. (There's also cupboards back by zamboni that has equipment as well).
Please be sure that when removing items from the cupboards, to place items back that are not suitable in a organized fashion.
Any donations being dropped off are to be in good condition and not expired. Items that are damaged or in poor conditions should not be left for us to toss.
A Big Thank you to everyone's support!
