2026 LEVEL 3 TRAINER CLINIC OFFERED

The OHA is pleased to provide a spring opportunity for trainers to earn (or re-qualify) their Level 3qualification in 2026. Cambridge, ON –Registration for either clinic will take place through HCR/Spordle and will begin immediately. CLINIC: Saturday, July 25th 8:30am-4pm at Seymour-Hannah Centre, St. Catharines, Ontario To access registration information, “click” your preference: FULL QUALIFICATION: full-qual […]
2026 DOUG KENNEDY MEMORIAL GOLF TOURNAMENT

Two years ago the OHA renamed its golf tournament in honour of one of Kincardine’s finest…all funds raised will be donated to the Kincardine & Community Health Care Foundation Cambridge, ON – Kincardine Golf Club in beautiful Kincardine, ON, will host the event this year. One of Canada’s oldest golf courses , Kincardine Golf […]
2026 OHA D1 COACH CLINIC

The OHA, as part of its Coach Development programme, is pleased to announce the opening of registration for its summer 2026 Development 1 (D1) Coach Clinic. This is a coach’s initial step to pursuing NCCP/Hockey Canada D1-Certified status. TORONTO, ON – MARCH 31: Assistant Coach Jordan Bailey directs his plays during the second period at […]
Local Legends: Spotlight on the Trenton Golden Hawks

by – David McPherson Cambridge, ON – There are fans; then, there are superfans. Every franchise has these fanatics, who live, breathe and bring passion to its arenas weekly, supporting their local team. For the OJHL’s Trenton Golden Hawks, that devotee is Wayne Baril, appropriately nicknamed the ‘Super Fan.’ For more than 40 years, he’s […]
ONTARIO HOCKEY ASSOCIATION ANNOUNCES 2025-26 AWARD WINNERS

CAMBRIDGE, ON — The Ontario Hockey Association (OHA) is proud to announce the recipients of its 2025-26 annual awards, recognizing outstanding achievements, leadership, sportsmanship, officiating excellence, and dedication throughout junior hockey across Ontario. “The Ontario Hockey Association is honoured to celebrate this year’s award winners, whose accomplishments exemplify the highest standards of hockey — leadership, character, […]
Last Call! Dairy Farmers of Ontario Bursary Program

Dairy Farmers of Ontario offers six outstanding OHA members $5,000 towards their post-secondary education by – David McPherson Cambridge, ON – On or off the ice, community and dedication run deep. It’s this common ground that has fueled the enduring partnership between the Dairy Farmers of Ontario (DFO) and the Ontario Hockey Association (OHA). Over the past […]
THE OHA WOULD LIKE TO WISH MOMS EVERYWHERE A HAPPY MOTHERS DAY

Cambridge, ON – “Throughout my career, she was in the background but she was the glue. She’s always been the toughest in the family.” The Great One Wayne Gretzky said this back in 2004 when his mother Phyllis Gretzky was battling lung cancer. This is relatable for anyone that has played the game; moms are […]
Dairy Farmers of Ontario offers outstanding OHA members $5,000 towards their post-secondary education

Six bursaries of $5,000 each will be awarded to successful applicants who exemplify commitment to their community, academics and athletics Cambridge, ON – OHA members know first-hand the commitment needed to succeed at a high level on the ice and in the classroom. With this school year providing extra challenges, the hard work put forth by […]
The Evolution of Scouting

by – David McPherson Cambridge, ON – With the playoffs in full swing across all five of the OHA’s leagues, what all these teams worked all year for is now down to these crucial games. For each of the franchises that hoist the championship trophy, there is a group of unsung heroes to thank, not often […]
OHA Official wins The Advancement of Women in Hockey Award

In recognition of Justine Todd’s long-standing commitment to the game and as a leader in growing the game, come June, the OHA is honoring the veteran official with The Advancement of Women in Hockey Award By – David McPherson Cambridge, ON – A love for the game—combined with a desire to stay on the ice after […]