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...
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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...
#BeABudd is back!
From a young age Ryley has understood the importance of helping others and the difference it can make. Whether that was holding a door open for someone or saying “please” and “thank you”, finding a way to help someone was and still continues to be a part of Ryley’s...
Air Canada Foundation – Giving HEROS Wings
At HEROS, we believe collaboration is the best way forward. That’s why we partner with incredible organizations, both locally and nationally, to serve the young people who need it most – and we are privileged to say that since 2018, the Air Canada Foundation has been...
HEROS Coast to Coast: Surrey
Coast to Coast: Surrey HEROS Inclusivity and acceptance are words that easily come to mind when describing the Surrey HEROS chapter. The weekly on-ice program is staffed with caring mentors and volunteers who not only enjoy the sport of hockey but genuinely care about...