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VMHA Presidential Update Due to personal commitments, Kevin Cartwright has stepped down as president. Under his leadership, Kevin helped implement and oversaw many changes within VMHA. Kevin introduced some major efficiencies to VMHA. He centralized all association documents and information to elevate Board operations. He onboarded TeamSnap, a year ahead of most other Canadian associations…

Happy 2020 Vancouver Minor Hockey Association We thank you in advance for your contribution to the association this year.   We have a strong community and are excited about the year ahead.         BE THE CHANGE.  RESPOND TO THE CALL.  DO GOOD – FEEL GOOD. FIRE!!!!!!!! TIME SENSITIVE: WE REALLY NEED SIX VOLUNTEERS…

Earn Your Volunteer Refund Back This Month 2019 VMHA 14th Annual Charity Tournament Runs on Volunteers Like You   Our holiday tournament is right around the corner, from December 27 to 30, 2019 at Canlan Burnaby 8-Rinks, AKA – Scotia Barn (we know, right?) Your help will make a huge difference to the success of…

WHO LIKES WINNING? Best Prizes Yet – Get Ready for the Annual Pro-Hockey Pool This season’s VMHA Hockey Pool is ready to launch. From January 20 to April 7, ticket holders have 11 chances to win for every ticket purchased with a fresh chance every week.  Weekly cash prizes range from $25 to $250 for…

GREAT GIFTS FOR THE HOCKEY HOUSEHOLD Drop in to the Agrodome on Saturday, December 7 from 9am to 3pm to pick up some VMHA merch for your hockey lovers.  Marilyn from RealHip Clothing will be onsite offering 10 percent off all stock items. Fan favourites include the East Vancouver logo’d hoodies, hats and t’s and …

SEW What? Earn $150 Refund for This Volunteer Opportunity  We are looking for a crafty volunteer to make the “As” and “Cs” for VMHA team captains and assistant captains. Using material from our jersey supplier, these new and improved letters will be stronger and more durable thanks to the addition of a fabric backing. If…

Suit Up Coach Coaches – if you are eligible for a track suit this season, please order through the Real Hip website ASAP https://realhipclothing.com/collections/vancouver-minor-hockey-association   First Shift Program Showcases Hockey’s Highlights This year’s VMHA First Shift program is sponsored by the NHL, the NHLPA, and the Vancouver Canucks. Legendary Canucks defenceman, Jyrki Lumme came out…

Al Boyd Scholarship Awarded: VMHA president Kevin Cartwright handed out two Al Boyd Scholarship Awards at the 3rd Annual Hockey Day at VMHA on November 2.  This bursary is to be given out annually to the member who best demonstrates the qualities valued by the award’s namesake – hard work, integrity, commitment and volunteerism.The 2019…

VMHA encourages all teams to go out to the Grandview legion temperance day ceremony on November 11th at Grandview Park. The ceremony takes place 10:30am-11:30am at the Grandview Park Cenotaph. It would be great to see VMHA members there supporting this great event wearing your VMHA colours and of course a poppy. VMHA encourages positive…

VMHA is proud to be part of the Buddy Check for Jesse program that will take place from October 25 – 28, 2019 BC Hockey and Buddy Check for Jesse have partnered again for the 2019-2020 season to create awareness for mental health.  Buddy Check for Jesse was created by Dr. Stu Gershman who tragically lost his son Jesse…