Chris Allan could be described in many ways. He was a Captain and proud member of the Royal Canadian Air Force and of Canada's Armed Forces, an avid outdoorsmen, angler, skier, and hockey player. He was a loving husband, son, brother, and friend. Growing up in...
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Up Next: HEROS Season 26 Lineup
As we head into colder months, it can only mean one thing – HEROS players are out in the community and in the rinks for season #26! Just two months into the season, we’re already counting on this to be one of the best years yet, so grab your skates, toss on your...
HEROS Coast to Coast: Calgary Pt. 2
When a city gains a SuperHEROS / HEROS program, there is much to celebrate and anticipate about the future ahead. In 2018, the first ever SuperHEROS program launched with the help of our partners at the Flames Foundation, who remain Calgary SuperHEROS' biggest fans to...
“What you do in the off-season…”
Late NFL Coach, George Allen once said, “What you do in the off-season determines what you do in the regular season.” While there is no doubt that George’s off-season looked much different than HEROS’, his words ring true, which is why summers at HEROS are full of...
Making Connections
HEROS’ generous partners are crucial members of our team. They provide so much more than just financial support, helping generate growth opportunities for both our players, and us as an organization. That’s why HEROS is so excited to welcome WOW! mobile boutique as...
Generations of HEROS: Raylene
After 25 seasons of programming, HEROS players from programs’ early years are now in a completely new stage of their lives. Their careers, family lives, and lived experiences have grown with them over the years, and for many HEROS like Raylene, the core skills they...
HEROS Coast to Coast: Calgary Pt. 1
Our HEROS Coast to Coast series gears up for an exciting look into the Calgary chapter of our HEROS family. Located in a hockey province through and through, HEROS and SuperHEROS in Calgary serves nearly 200 young people from a variety of backgrounds and communities,...
A Drop in the Bucket
We hear the question a lot – “how do you fund your programs?” To many people’s surprise, HEROS doesn’t receive government support. As a registered charity, we rely on the kindness and generosity of our community to ensure we have the tools to support HEROS players –...
The Definition of a HERO
What does it mean to be a HEROS player? Well, for starters, it’s more than simply strapping on a pair of skates. It takes hard work, discipline, and respect for your teammates and mentors. As a volunteer driven charity offering free, hockey-based mentorship...
Tossin’ Teddies
It’s one of the greatest traditions in hockey – the teddy bear toss! Originating with the 1993 Kamloops Blazers, teddy bear tosses encourage spectators to bring teddy bears or other stuffed toys to games and throw them onto the ice when the home team scores its first...