Apply: Rob Silc Memorial Community Coaching Award

Established in 2018, the Rob Silc Community Coaching Award recognizes a long time, committed house league hockey coach. The award is presented by the GTHL to a House League coach who best exemplifies a long term commitment to grassroots hockey, player enjoyment, and community spirit. Rob Silc was a long time volunteer coach with the … Read more

Apply: Herb Ebisuzaki Coaching Award

Established in 2005, the Herb Ebisuzaki Coaching Award recognizes an outstanding minor hockey coach. The award is presented by the GTHL to a coach (Competitive, Select, or House League) who best exemplifies the true spirit of coaching, including the capability to improve performance of an individual or team while ensuring each player’s experience is a … Read more

Apply: Cooper Humanitarian Award

Established in 1977 and originally sponsored by Cooper Canada, the Cooper Humanitarian Award is presented in recognition of lengthy and dedicated service to minor hockey and the youth who benefit from the efforts. Eligibility: Any individual from the GTHL or Mississauga Hockey League (House League, Select, or Competitive) can apply and/or be nominated. Learn more about … Read more

Apply: Herbert H. Carnegie Award

Established in 2024, the Herbert H. Carnegie Award will recognize a forward-thinking GTHL organization that has demonstrated leadership in creating and promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion, in addition to commitment to community development and outreach. The award was established in collaboration with the Carnegie family. The GTHL organization will be required to share a letter outlining … Read more

Apply: John R. Gardner Special Recognition Award

Established in 2001 by GTHL President John Gardner, the John R. Gardner Special Recognition Award was developed to recognize those players who have displayed inspirational courage in overcoming adversity while maintaining a dedication and commitment to competing in hockey. The award is presented by the Greater Toronto Hockey League to GTHL players (Competitive, Select, or … Read more

Accepting Nominations for the 2026 OHF Awards Program

The Ontario Hockey Federation (OHF) is now accepting nominations for the 2026 OHF Awards Program, recognizing individuals and associations whose dedication, leadership, and service continue to strengthen amateur hockey across Ontario. Introduced following the 2001–2002 season, the OHF Awards Program honours the volunteers, administrators, officials, staff, and leaders who work tirelessly behind the scenes to … Read more

Beyond the Whistle: Shawn Garrett 

Born in Corner Brook, Newfoundland, Shawn Garrett and his family moved to Mississauga, Ontario before he could remember. The long-time official remembers vividly how influential the sport of hockey was growing up in Mississauga.  “I had friends that played hockey, so I wanted to play as well.”   Growing up just west of Toronto, hockey was everything for many kids. The passion in the community and at school was the main reason Garrett was … Read more