TORONTO, ON – The Greater Toronto Hockey League today released its recently adopted Strategic Plan for 2025–2028, a comprehensive roadmap designed to strengthen community hockey in the Greater Toronto Area while advancing inclusivity, transparency, player development, and long-term growth.
Developed through extensive consultation with players, parents, volunteers, coaches, member association representatives, and community partners, the plan reflects the voices and experiences of hundreds across the GTHL community.
The Strategic Plan is built on four pillars:
- Trust: Enhancing transparency, governance, and accountability across the League.
- Belonging: Fostering a safe, inclusive, and welcoming environment for all participants.
- Achievement: Supporting excellence in leadership, player development, and competition.
- Growth: Building sustainability through innovation, strong partnerships, and brand development.
“The new Strategic Plan is our commitment to the GTHL community. The plan is built on four pillars of Trust, Belonging, Achievement, and Growth, which collectively strive to deliver safe, inclusive, and excellent hockey experiences for every participant across the GTA,” said Scott Oakman, GTHL Executive Director and Chief Operating Officer. “This plan moves from promise to practice with a clear roadmap and measurable accountability — through committees, playbooks, and Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) — so families, volunteers, and all stakeholders can see our progress and help shape what comes next.”
The Strategic Plan outlines measurable goals, including enhanced reporting and accountability mechanisms, a focus on diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives, investments in SafeSport and player well-being, and the expansion of accessible hockey programs across the Greater Toronto Area.
As part of this launch, the GTHL is pleased to announce the appointment of Stephanie Coratti as the League’s first Director, Strategy and Communications. In this new role, Stephanie will oversee the execution of the Strategic Plan, track and measure outcomes, and ensure transparent reporting to all GTHL stakeholders.
Stephanie transitions into this position from her role as Senior Manager, Communications and Marketing, where she redefined the League’s marketing and communications approach, successfully led impactful partnerships with organizations such as You Can Play, Movember, and the Canadian Mental Health Association, and is currently leading the implementation of the GTHL Parent Information Centre (PIC). She also introduced new programs that enhanced the experience of players and families across the League. Stephanie’s leadership, vision, and proven ability to deliver meaningful results make her ideally suited to guide the GTHL into its next phase of growth and accountability.
Click here to view the full Strategic Plan.
Strategic Plan: 2025-2028
ABOUT THE GREATER TORONTO HOCKEY LEAGUE
Founded in 1911, the Greater Toronto Hockey League (GTHL) is a non-profit organization, home to more than 30 community recreational programs and the largest minor hockey league in the world. The GTHL registers more than 30,000 annual participants in Markham, Mississauga, Toronto, and Vaughan. The purpose of the GTHL is to empower, innovate, and provide hockey experiences that foster growth, inclusion, and excellence for all participants, while providing an enriching, equitable, and inclusive environment that benefits all members and the broader community.
For more information, please contact:
Scott Oakman
Executive Director and Chief Operating Officer
Greater Toronto Hockey League
[email protected]
