Hockey Winnipeg Rec Program

Hockey Winnipeg’s Rec Program was created in response to a need for a less competitive playing environment and a less demanding time commitment that exists in community hockey. Hockey Winnipeg will run a U11 and U13 Rec Program with an emphasis on skills development, structured team play with multi-ability teams, a set schedule with a minimal time commitment. The Rec Program encourages and supports good sportsmanship, fair play, friendship, and respect.

We are committed to all of our youth, regardless of background or circumstance, being able to enjoy a healthy sports activity in a positive and safe environment.This may include:

1. continuing players who want to stay in the game,

2. players with other commitments for whom hockey is a ‘second’ activity, and

3. new players who want to try organized hockey.

The U11 and U13 Rec Program will operate once a week from October – March (20 weeks). There will be two arenas hosting the Hockey Winnipeg Rec Program; St. Norbert Community Centre and Transcona East End Community Centre. The Rec Program is open to all age appropriate players regardless of community boundaries.

Registration opens August 1st.

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U15 AA Coaches Required

AA/AAA Council is still looking for U15 AA Male Coaches. Please submit your application to development@hockeywinnipeg.ca if interested.

AAA Grandfathering Memo

Grandfathering Memo for 2024-2025

Date: June 1, 2024

To: Coaches, Players, and Parents

From: Clifton Dorge, Hockey Winnipeg, Vice-President AAA Hockey
Mike Segal, Hockey Winnipeg, Vice-President AA Hockey

Re: Grandfathered Zone Alignment for the 2024-2025 Season

As we approach the start of a new hockey season, we want to inform you about an important decision regarding our zone alignment policy. After considerable discussions and feedback from our community, the board has decided to implement a grandfathered zone alignment for the upcoming season for the U17/U18 AAA categories only.  This memo will outline what this means to Hockey Winnipeg AAA/AA programs and how it will be applied.

Grandfathered zone alignment means that players who have previously registered and participated in teams within a specific zone for U17/U18 AAA teams only will be allowed to continue playing in their current zones, despite any changes that may have been made to zone boundaries.

  1. Purpose of the Grandfathered Zone Alignment
  • Stability for Players and Families: Ensuring that players can stay with their current teams promotes stability and continuity. This is especially beneficial for young athletes who have already established relationships with their teammates and coaches.
  • Reduced Disruptions: Making immediate changes to zone alignments could disrupt training, team dynamics, and negatively impact player development. A grandfathered approach minimizes these disruptions.
  • Fair Transition: It ensures a fair transition period as we adapt to any new zone boundaries, providing time for players, families, and coaches to adjust to the changes gradually.

 

  1. Impact and Implementation
  • Current Players: Any U17/U18 AAA player who has been registered and played within a specific zone in the previous season can continue to play in that same zone for the 2024-2025 season. Players in the U15AAA category will need to return to their home zone for the upcoming season, based on the new zone alignments detailed in section IV.
  • New Registrations: New players will be registered according to the newly established zone boundaries as noted in section IV.
  • Duration: The grandfathered alignment will be in place for the duration of the upcoming season, and potentially beyond, depending on further evaluations and community feedback.
  • Transfers: Any requests for transferring zones under the grandfathered policy will be handled on a case-by-case basis, ensuring fairness and transparency.

 

  • Next Steps

For Players, Coaches and Parents:

  • Verify your assigned zone for the upcoming season by visiting our website hockeywinnipeg.ca or by reviewing the zone alignment section below.
  • If there are any concerns or questions regarding your zone assignment, please reach out to Ben Blankstein, Hockey Winnipeg Program Director at (204) 784-5454 or via email development@hockeywinnipeg.ca.
  • Further information will be provided to everyone involved once all grandfathered players situations have been reviewed on a case-by-case basis.

 

  1. Zone Alignments

The following agreed upon zone alignments for the 2024-2025 AAA and AA season are based on your home address and area association registrations.  The zones are as follows:

  • Bruins– St Vital Minor Hockey Association (SVMHA), St Boniface Minor Hockey Association (SBMHA), Transcona Minor Hockey Association (TMHA)
  • Thrashers– River East Minor Hockey Association (REMHA), Lord Selkirk Minor Hockey Association (LSMHA), Seven Oaks Minor Hockey Association (SOMHA), St James Minor Hockey Association (SJMHA)
  • Wild– Assiniboine Park Hockey Association (APHA), Fort Garry North Hockey Association (FGNHA), South Winnipeg Hockey Association (SWHA)

 

  1. Conclusion

We believe that the grandfathered zone alignment will benefit our association as a whole by offering stability and a fair transition while maintaining the integrity and competitiveness of our teams. Thank you for your understanding and continued support.

We look forward to a successful and exciting season ahead!

 

Clifton Dorge, VP AAA

Mike Segal, VP AA

Paul Krestanowich: Manitoba Hockey Hall of Fame Inductee

Join us in celebrating the remarkable journey of Paul Krestanowich as he is rightfully inducted into the Manitoba Hockey Hall of Fame! Paul’s dedication to the sport spans from his early days as a player to his extensive tenure as a certified referee and coach. His achievements are a testament to his passion and commitment to hockey, from officiating AHL games to representing Canada on the international stage. With over five decades of involvement, Paul has left a significant mark on the hockey community, embodying the spirit of the game as a player, official, coach, and devoted hockey dad. Congratulations, Paul, on this well-deserved honor!”

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East Selkirk Rec Summer Sizzle Fundraiser

Join East Selkirk Recreation in celebrating 40 years of ESRA with our Summer Sizzle event on June 8th from 8:00pm-1:00am. Purchase your social tickets now to enjoy live music, a 50/50 raffle, a silent auction, and a late-night lunch. All proceeds from this event will go towards the much-needed replacement and repair of the ice plant. Don’t miss out on this exciting night of fun, food, and fundraising for a great cause! Tickets can be purchased online here: https://www.eastselkirkrec.com/product-page/summer-sizzle-social-ticket-esra-40th

 

Online 50/50: https://www.fundingchange.ca/esra/ZiFrRo_I0G0Ehk_7

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APHA Female Rangers 4×4 Camp

2024 APHA Rangers AA Female 4 x 4 Registration

APHA Rangers AA Female 4×4 Camp Registration is now open! Please review the link above for more information and proceed to the link below to register.

https://aphahockey.sportngin.com/register/form/913605704

Male U18 AAA Coaching Announcement

Hockey Winnipeg is excited to announce our Male U18 AAA Head Coaches for the upcoming 2024/2025 season. We are excited to welcome back Paul Krueger and Jim Berezowsky, who will be coaching the Winnipeg Wild and Thrashers this season. We are excited to announce Larry Woo as the new Head Coach for the U18 AAA Bruins for the upcoming season. More information to follow regarding all other coaching positions.

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WEFH Female AA Coaching Application

The WEFH Saints AA Hockey Program is currently looking to fill coaching positions for the 2024-2025 season.

 

The Saints AA program is looking for dynamic and motivated head coaches and assistant coaches. Every effort will be made to find experienced, qualified, independent, non-parent applicants.

 

If you are interested in a coaching position within the WEFH organization for female hockey, please fill out an application Here . The deadline for AA applications is Wednesday, May 15th.

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APHA AA Female Coaching Applications

APHA Rangers AA Female Coaching Application

APHA is looking for qualified individuals to Head Coach and Assistant Coach various Rangers AA Female Teams. For more information and application instructions, please review the link above.