Canadian Blind Hockey Post in Memory of Joseph Del Grande Canadian Blind Hockey is mourning the passing of Blind Hockey legend Joseph Del Grande while celebrating his incredible legacy both on and off the ice. With his trademark ZZ Top-inspired beard, ponytail, and kind demeanour – Joseph was truly one of a kind and…
We’re excited to announce that the 2027 Canadian National Blind Hockey Tournament and International Blind Ice Hockey Series will take place April 2–4, 2027, at the Mattamy Athletic Centre. We wanted to share the dates early so you can start planning for the best Blind Hockey weekend of the year! Due to TMU Varsity playoffs…
Canadian Blind Hockey’s Summer Development Camp: Canadian Blind Hockey is excited to once again host our 2026 Canadian Blind Hockey Summer Development Camp in partnership with CNIB Lake Joe! This year’s camp will include three hours of ice time each day as well as a wide variety of popular summer Camp Joe activities including boating,…
Canadian Blind Hockey is thrilled to support the International Blind Ice Hockey Federation in Germany next week as part of SightCity Frankfurt Conference where we’ll be sharing how Blind Ice Hockey is growing globally and how you can get involved. Please come by our booth if you’re attending, and if you’re anywhere else in the…
Published on April 21, 2026 OTTAWA, ON, April 21, 2026 – Amazon Canada and the National Hockey League Players’ Association (NHLPA) today announced an expansion of their ongoing partnership, with Amazon committing more than $1 million CAD to local community organizations in 32 North American cities during the 2026–2027 hockey season. The partnership reflects Amazon’s broader commitment…
2026 Canadian Blind Hockey Presents the First-Ever BC Blind Hockey Cup at Inaugural One Ability Games Richmond Olympic Oval. Richmond, BC. May 16 – 17, 2026 Canadian Blind Hockey is thrilled to announce the first-ever BC Cup taking place May 16 & 17 during the OneAbility Games. This is a can’t miss weekend of Blind…
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE March 25, 2026 Canadian Hockey Team Back on Top of Podium! Canadian National Blind Hockey Team wins 2026 International Blind Ice Hockey Series TORONTO, ON – Canadian Blind Hockey is proud to announce that the Canadian National Blind Hockey Team has captured its 7th consecutive gold medal. Team Canada continued its dominance…
Canadian Blind Hockey is thrilled to announce that the 2026 Canadian National Blind Hockey Tournament is returning to Toronto from March 20 – 22, 2026 at the Mattamy Athletic Centre. Now in its 12th year, the tournament has played a significant role in the growth of the Para sport of Blind Hockey across Canada and…
On Friday, March 20 we are hosting the biggest Blind Hockey party of all time from 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm in the Jet Ice Lounge at the Mattamy Athletic Centre – the iconic former Maple Leaf Gardens. Tickets are only $30 and include two drink tickets, snacks, live entertainment, and a special performance from…
Canadian Blind Hockey is officially halfway to our $100,000 fundraising goal! THANK YOU to all our generous supporters who have helped get us here! Blind Hockey player Mark Bentz has a plan to help get us the rest of the way: he’s contributing up to $25,000 in matching donations! Double your impact and join our…
Posted September 2 2025 Position: Head Coach – Canadian Blind Hockey Location: Various – St John’s, NL. Toronto, ON. Winnipeg, MB. Regina, SK. Vancouver, Victoria BC. Job Type: Volunteer / Part Time Honorarium Reports to: Program Director Application Deadline: September 26, 2025 Starting Date: TBD Depending on Location Canadian Blind Hockey [“CBH”] is a registered…
Canadian Blind Hockey is thrilled to announce the program schedule for the 2025 – 26 season. This year we are welcoming three new programs under the Canadian Blind Hockey umbrella including the all-new Victoria BC Blind Hockey program and the Edmonton SeeHawks’ Adult Program as well as the Edmonton Children and Youth Program! Registration packages…
We are thrilled to announce that after a seven-year absence we have two major events confirmed for BC over the next two years: 2025 Western Regional Blind Hockey Tournament Minoru Arena Richmond, BC Oct 16 – 19 2026 Canadian Blind Hockey BC Cup at OneAbility Games Richmond Olympic Oval Richmond, BC May 16 –…
June is Deafblind Awareness Month and we interviewed Blind Hockey player Ryan Kucy from Sherwood Park Alberta about his deafblindness. I was born with Bilateral Optic Atrophy which is a condition that impacts the optic nerve. I see things in front of me quite well, but I don’t have a lot of peripheral vision. I…
Canadian Blind Hockey hopes that the stories of these two Indigenous Blind Hockey players’ lived experiences will encourage more Indigenous youth who are blind or partially sighted to try the Para sport of Blind Hockey. June is National Indigenous History Month Blind Hockey Athletes Meghan Mahon and Cassandra Ruttle Share Their Heritage and Drive Impact…
Reminder: 3 Summer Camp Opportunities to Enjoy! Registration closes soon! Summer camp is a great way to work on your skills and on-ice development at any level in a safe and structured environment. 1. 10th Annual Canadian Blind Hockey Summer Development Camp at CNIB Lake Joe – MacTier, ON. July 1 – 5: Pre-Registration…
It was a successful weekend at the 2025 International Blind Ice Hockey Series in Montreal as the Canadian National Blind Hockey Team hoisted the trophy for the 6th time. The USA Blind Hockey Team put up a great battle as the teams went head-to-head in the best of three series. In truly a full-team effort…
The 2025 Canadian National Blind Hockey Team is fundraising $25,000 ahead of the International Blind Ice Hockey Series in Montreal to help alleviate team costs. This National Team program is vital toward the international growth of Blind Hockey and gives young Blind Hockey players a dream – and a team to cheer for and strive…
The Canadian National Blind Hockey Team aims to defend their title versus Team USA at the 2025 International Blind Ice Hockey Series from April 25 – 27 as part of the 42nd edition of Defi Sportif in Montreal, Quebec. Canadian Blind Hockey is thrilled to announce that the 2025 Canadian National Blind Hockey Team will…
For the full digital program including rosters, please visit our tournament page World’s Largest Blind Hockey Tournament Returns to Toronto March 21 – 23, 2025 Reigning NHL Willie O’Ree Community Hero Award Winner Mark DeMontis to Be Honoured During Opening Ceremonies = TORONTO, March 19, 2025 – Canadian Blind Hockey is thrilled to announce…
