The weekend of October 11-13 marks the 13th annual World Girls’ Ice Hockey Weekend – led by the International Ice Hockey Federation (IIHF) as dozens of federations around the world take part in the celebration. Since 2011, the IIHF has united countries around the globe for World Girls’ Ice Hockey Weekend. Over the years, thousands … Read more
CALGARY, Alberta – Hockey Canada has announced the 44 players who will wear the Maple Leaf with Canada Red and Canada White at the 2024 U17 World Challenge, set for Nov. 3-9 at Progressive Auto Sales Arena in Sarnia, Ontario. A total of 12 Greater Toronto Hockey League alumni were named to the rosters, with … Read more
With the start of the school year and the hockey season underway, life can get busy for student-athletes. It’s critical for players to understand that establishing a healthy balance between academics and sport is essential. It can be challenging to balance homework, practice, and games; but it is possible for athletes to maintain academic success and competitiveness … Read more
October 10 is World Mental Health Day. The day serves as a reminder to continue efforts to raise awareness of mental health around the world. This World Mental Health Day, the GTHL is sharing a 7-Day Challenge with its participants. Make mental health a focus over the next seven days with these small tasks each day! … Read more
As the 2024-25 season gets rolling in the National Hockey League (NHL), a total of 84 Greater Toronto Hockey League alumni are featured on opening night rosters. Of the 32 teams in the NHL, 31 include at least one former GTHL player on their roster to start the season. Nine teams include a minimum of four former … Read more
In recognition of National Day for Truth and Reconciliation on September 30, the Under-15 ‘AA’ Toronto East Enders participated in the Orange Jersey Project. The team wore the jerseys in an exhibition contest against the Halton Hills Thunder. The team continued its efforts in the Orange Jersey Project for the second consecutive season after participating in … Read more
The Greater Toronto Hockey League, in partnership with Nothers The Award Store, is proud to announce the return of the Nothers House League Team of the Month program for the 2024-25 season. The Nothers House League Team of the Month program will once again give house league teams throughout the GTHL the opportunity to enter … Read more
The start of October means another GTHL season is getting started! Check out everything going on around the GTHL this month! Referee Clinics – Entry Level and Re-Certification (October) The GTHL is hosting Referee Clinics on various dates throughout October. The clinics range from entry-level referees to Level 1-6 re-certifications for experienced referees. CLICK HERE for more … Read more
In January 2024, the Greater Toronto Hockey League announced the introduction of the Green Armband Policy to provide additional support for on-ice officials within the GTHL and Members. Beginning in the 2024-25 season, the policy applies to all first year on-ice officials at both the recreational hockey and competitive (‘A,’ ‘AA,’ and ‘AAA’) levels. Click here to view … Read more
The hockey community is a phrase thrown around often in our game. It’s the people, teammates, the environment at the rink – there are many words used to describe the uplifting power and significance that is found within one’s hockey community. Family. Friendship. Belonging. Home. Competition. Fun. It means something different to everyone, yet, a community … Read more
