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Sep 18, 2022 | Mike Moniz | 1490 views
Ojichaag Yindaawin - Spirit of Community
Wallaceburg Minor Hockey Association is excited to be kicking off our "Ojichaag Yindaawin - Spirit of Community" event beginning on Truth and Reconciliation Day on September 30 through October 29. This event is meant to recognize Truth and Reconciliation Day, raise awareness of the impact of Residential School System in our local community and go beyond a one-day National Holiday.

Approximately 25% of our Lakers have direct ties to Walpole Island First Nation and this event will allow our Lakers the opportunity to participate in activities centred on our shared love of hockey.

 

During the month of October each Lakers team will have the opportunity to play games with new commemorative orange jerseys featuring our Ojichaag Yindaawin - Spirit of Community Logo. The event will begin with a game and special ceremony on Truth and Reconciliation Day and will conclude with another game and closing ceremony on October 29. Throughout the month we will have special activities including First Nations Food Vendors at the arena, sharing of stories of our local residential school survivors, and we will be fundraising for two local groups - Walpole Island Residential School Survivors Committee along with Bkejwanong Youth Council.

 

We’re kicking things off Monday September 19 with merchandise sales and the start of our colouring contest for our young Lakers and youth in our community. Commemorative hoodies will be on sale beginning Monday September 19 from 6-9:30 pm with sales nights scheduled throughout our event.

 

We’re excited to bring this event to our Lakers and to our communities. Please join with us for "Ojichaag Yindaawin - Spirit of Community"!

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HD Design Shop
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McDonalds Canada
The home of seriously fun hockey for kids. We believe kids’ hockey should be fun. That’s why we sponsor more than 53,000 Atom and Bantam hockey players across Canada each year.
Sentry Fire
Sentry Fire is a company specializing in fire protection and safety services, offering equipment, inspections, and emergency preparedness solutions. They have shown strong community support by providing First Aid kits to all team trainers in minor hockey, helping ensure the safety and well-being of young athletes on and off the ice.
Aarkel Tool & Die Inc.
We began our tool making journey back in 1977 under the name Aar-Kel Moulds Ltd and we’ve been building robust tools and strong customer relationships ever since. Address: 17 Elm Dr. S, Wallaceburg, ON N8A 5E8
Canadian Tire Wallaceburg
Canadian Tire Wallaceburg is a locally owned and operated retail store offering a wide range of automotive, home, and sporting goods to the community. As a proud supporter of local minor hockey, they generously donated all of the practice and game pucks for the season, helping young athletes thrive on the ice.
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