If there’s one thing that brings Canadian communities together, it’s the beloved game of hockey. Whether it’s watching the big game with friends, playing a game of pick-up on the backyard rink, , hockey builds communities.
Kraft Hockey Goes On is helping Canadians share their passion for the game by recognizing local individuals who make hockey happen in their communities across Canada. Through the program, 25 individuals will be celebrated and $1 million will be awarded to Hockey Canada-affiliated organizations. Nominations can be submitted at www.KraftHockeyGoesOn.ca.
We’re looking for those special individuals who go the extra mile – the Zamboni driver who polishes the ice before every game, the peewee coach who teaches kids how to skate and hold a stick, and the parents who drive carpool no matter how early their kids’ practices are. The top five individuals across the country who keep hockey going will each be awarded $100,000 for their chosen local minor hockey associations, and an additional 20 individuals (four per region) will be awarded $20,000 each. Imagine the hockey equipment, ice time, tournaments and upgrades your minor hockey association can get with that!
Here’s how the program works:
· From now through to March 8, 2013, Canadians can nominate someone who dedicates their time and effort to ensure hockey goes on within their community by visiting www.KraftHockeyGoesOn.ca
· A panel of judges will narrow the nominations down to the top 100 nominations
· Canadians can then vote online for their top choice amongst the 100 nominees from March 23 – 24, 2013
· The top nominees receiving funds for their chosen minor hockey association will be announced on March 30, 2013.
For additional details, visit www.facebook.com/KraftHockeyGoesOn.
