The Greater Toronto Hockey League is proud to launch our brand-new website, designed to better serve our players, families, coaches, officials, volunteers, and greater community. Built with a fresh look and improved navigation, the new GTHL website makes it easier than ever to stay connected with League news, schedules, standings, development resources, community initiatives, and … Read more
Editor’s Note: The Member Advisory Council (MAC) brings together representatives from across the GTHL community to strengthen the connection between Member Associations and the League’s Board of Directors. The Council is made up of representatives from Member Associations with teams in AAA, AA, and A, division and affiliated group members, one representative appointed by the … Read more
The Greater Toronto Hockey League is deeply saddened by the passing of Ken Dryden, one of the game’s greatest goaltenders and a proud product of minor hockey in the GTHL community. Dryden grew up in Etobicoke and began his journey in the Humber Valley house league before rising to hockey’s biggest stage. Over the course … Read more
The Labour Day weekend has come and gone, which means the 2025-26 hockey season is right around the corner! Check out everything going on Around the G in September. The GTHL is hosting Officiating Clinics at various dates throughout the month of September. These clinics range from entry-level officials to Level 1-6 re-certifications for experienced … Read more
The Ontario Hockey Federation requires all Team Officials, On-Ice Officials, and Third Party Instructors to complete the screening process as part of its commitment to Safe Sport. Start the Screening Process: The online submission portal for the 2025-26 season is now live. CLICK HERE FOR THE SUBMISSION PORTAL. Who Needs to Complete Screening? Returning Individuals … Read more
TORONTO, ON – The Greater Toronto Hockey League is proud to announce that the 14th Annual GTHL Legacy Classic presented by Spordle, held on July 22 at Richmond Hill Golf Club, raised a record-breaking $63,213.35 in support of the GTHL Legacy Fund. Established in 2011, the GTHL Legacy Fund provides financial assistance to GTHL families … Read more
There were tears the first time Michael Girard stepped onto the ice. Today, he’s a Greater Toronto Hockey League official, but his love for hockey didn’t come instantly – it took time to grow. “My dad was excited to get both my brother and I on the ice as soon as he could,” … Read more
The first day of school is here — fresh notebooks, new classes, and the return of hockey season. For student athletes, this time of year can feel exciting but also a little overwhelming. Balancing homework, practices, games, and time with friends takes planning, discipline, and the right mindset. Here are a few tips to help … Read more
Dominic Cozzolino’s introduction to hockey reads like a storybook beginning. From learning to skate on his family’s backyard rink to shooting pucks in the driveway, it was the quintessential Canadian childhood. “Like a lot of Canadian kids, all I ever dreamt of was playing in the NHL,” Cozzolino said. “All I ever thought about, … Read more
The Canadian School of Hockey Officiating: Referee Summer Camp (“Ref School”) welcomed a total of 118 participants for a comprehensive, four-day development experience designed to prepare officials for the upcoming hockey season. This year’s camp was hosted once again at Scotiabank Pond from August 18 to 21. Conducted annually by the Greater Toronto Hockey League’s … Read more
