Markham Majors & Islanders Collect Over 100 Bags of Food for Markham Food Bank with ‘Fill the Net, Feed the Community’ Food Drive

On October 5, the Markham Majors and Markham Islanders hosted the ‘Fill the Net, Feed the Community’ food drive, giving families and coaches an opportunity to give back to support those in need. The Markham Fire Department supported the event with partnership, providing signage and handouts for promotion.   Thanks to generosity of the community, the … Read more

77 GTHL Alumni Named to 2025-26 NHL Opening Night Rosters

As the 2025-26 National Hockey League season gets underway on Tuesday, October 7, a total of 77 Greater Toronto Hockey League alumni are featured on opening night rosters.   Of the NHL’s 32 teams, 29 include at least one former GTHL player. Ten teams include a minimum of four former GTHL players.   The Toronto Maple Leafs, … Read more

GTHL x Pro Hockey Life: Why I Play Contest

The Greater Toronto Hockey League, in partnership with Pro Hockey Life, is proud to launch the Why I Play Contest, inviting players from across the League to share what drives their passion for the game of hockey. Running from October 3 to October 31, 2025, the campaign asks participants to answer the question, “Why I … Read more

Around the G: October 2025 Preview 

The start of October means the 2025-26 hockey season is finally here! Check out everything going on around the GTHL this October. The GTHL is hosting Referee Clinics on various dates throughout the month of October. These clinics range from entry-level referees to Level 1-6 re-certifications for experienced referees.   CLICK HERE for more information Referee … Read more

GTHL Continues Beyond the X’s and O’s Coaching Program

The Greater Toronto Hockey League is proud to officially launch the Beyond the X’s and O’s (BXO) Coaching Program, a first-of-its-kind initiative designed to support coaches in understanding their athletes, improving team culture, and maximizing their impact behind the bench. Developed and delivered by Dr. Cassidy Preston, Founder of CEP Mindset, and veteran coach and … Read more

Beyond the Whistle: Paul Krotz

Paul Krotz has loved hockey for as long as he can remember. From the moment his dad introduced him to the sport, all he wanted to do was be on the ice.   “I learned to skate and played every year from fundamentals through Under-18,” Krotz said. “Then continued to play recreationally in university, adult leagues, … Read more

GTHL Opens Applications for 2025-26 Legacy Fund Community Grant

TORONTO, ON – The Greater Toronto Hockey League has officially opened applications for the 2025-26 GTHL Legacy Fund Community Grant, providing local organizations with funding support to grow the game and make hockey more accessible in their communities. Established in 2011, the GTHL Legacy Fund provides financial support for GTHL families in need and assists organizations … Read more