The Road to Milano – Ontario Refs Named to 2026 Winter Olympics
A Trio of OHA Officials Named to the 2026 Olympic Roster by – David McPherson (L to R) Laura Gutauskas, Justine Todd, and Erin Zach Cambridge, ON – In sports, few honours are greater than the chance to represent your country on the world stage at the Olympics. For a trio of Ontario Hockey Association (OHA) […]
Get to Know Local Legend Dean Barnes
From a passion project started during the pandemic to an award-winning podcast, My Hockey Hero, this is the story of Dean Barnes, the OHA’s latest “Local Legend.” By – David McPherson Cambridge, ON – In the late 1960s, Barnes’ parents arrived in Southern Ontario from Jamaica via England. Like many immigrants that settled in Canada […]
Local Legend Joe Aiello
For Joe Aiello, working as a team trainer in small-town arenas in Eastern Ontario, was never about recognition. Instead, his volunteerism was driven by passion and an undying love for the sport By – David McPherson Cambridge, ON – “I love hockey and I just wanted to find a way to get involved in the […]
The OHA Mourns the Loss of Al Dawe
Cambridge, ON – the OHA is deeply saddened by the loss of Al Dawe. All was a long time referee with the OHA. Big Al had a peaceful passing, following a brief illness at Southlake Health Centre, Newmarket on Friday, January 16 2026, in his 80th year. Big Al was the loving and steadfast husband […]
The 2026 Doug Kennedy Memorial Golf Tournament – HOSTING OPPORTUNITY
AN INVITATION TO ALL OHA TEAMS – the Ontario Hockey Association is seeking a dynamic host team for the 2026 Doug Kennedy Memorial Golf Tournament. Cambridge, ON – the Ontario Hockey Association is seeking adynamic host team for the 2026 Doug Kennedy Memorial Golf Tournament. This event isa unique opportunity to bring the OHA community to […]
The OHA Mourns the Loss of David Branch
Cambridge, ON – the OHA mourns the passing of former long-time OHL and CHL Commissioner David Branch, who died Sunday at the age of 77. A native of Bathurst, New Brunswick and long-time resident of Whitby, Ontario, Mr. Branch’s remarkable 45-year tenure as OHL Commissioner stands as a testament to his unwavering dedication to the development […]
Merry Christmas From the Ontario Hockey Association
The Ontario Hockey Association extends its warmest wishes for a Merry Christmas and a joyful holiday season to all 132 teams, along with our dedicated coaches, players, bench staff, officials, fans, and volunteers. Your passion, commitment, and love for the game are what make our hockey community so special. As we reflect on an exciting […]
The Story of Porky Levine
Samuel “Porky” Levine, played in five different hockey leagues over the course of his career as a goalie…like many, his hockey journey stated in the OHA By – David McPherson Cambridge, ON – With a handle like Porky, it’s expected that you are a local legend. Samuel “Porky” Levine, played in five different hockey leagues […]
Jeff Pratt Recognized by the OHA for 30 Years of Outstanding Service as an Official
Cambridge, ON – The OHA is proud to present the 30-year of Service plaque to official Jeff Pratt. Pratt’s career reflects a deep commitment to the sport of hockey and to the standards of fairness, discipline, and professionalism that officiating requires. Over the years, Pratt has become a respected and familiar presence within Ontario’s hockey […]
OHA Official Joe Park wins OHF Officiating Award
This OHF Officiating Award recognizes individuals actively involved in the officiating program for their contribution to the game, for their officiating skills and for what they put back into amateur hockey within the Branch CAMBRIDGE, Ont. – The Ontario Hockey Association (OHA) Is proud to announce that Joe Park has won the OHF Officiating Award […]
