AFHL: Esme Loney (U18 AAA Lloydminster Steelers) Esme is not only a leader on the ice but an outstanding role model in our community. From the moment you meet Esme, her positive energy is contagious. She has a natural ability to uplift those around her—teammates, coaches, and community members alike. Whether it’s during a tough […]
The Alberta Elite Hockey League has announced the host playoff locations for the 2025-26 playoffs. The playoffs are what sets the teams off on their road to the 2026 Provincial Championships. In AEHL AA, most teams compete in a regional round robin, followed by regional playoffs to determine the conference champion that joins the host […]
RED DEER – Hockey Alberta is pleased to announce the host communities for the 2026 Hockey Alberta Provincial Championships. Host communities for 30 provincial championships have been confirmed. The remaining four provincial champions are determined through league playoffs. Championship tournaments are being hosted in locations across the province – From Fairview to Coaldale, Cold Lake […]
What is it: The Hockey Canada Insurance Program offers secondary insurance for players, team officials, officials, and volunteers engaged in sanctioned events. This coverage helps support families by offsetting eligible injury-related costs not covered by primary providers. How to access it: In the event of an injury at a sanctioned activity, a team official completes […]
The Alberta Elite Hockey League and Alberta Female Hockey League are proud to announce the Humanitarians of the Month for the Month of October. AFHL: Addison Weinkauf (North Central Impact U18 AA) Addison is the president of her local 4H club, where she dedicates her time to volunteering and community leadership. In her role, she […]
Third Star of the Month: Brody Peterson | U15 AA NEBC Trackers 5 GP – 15 G – 22 PTS Brody Peterson has been nearly unstoppable to start the season, lighting up the scoresheet throughout October. The NEBC Trackers forward recorded multi-goal performances in all five games during the month, including three hat tricks and […]
Today, the hockey community stands together in remembrance. We honour those who served and sacrificed so that generations could play the game we love in freedom and peace. Lest we forget. ❤️🍁🏒
Fostering Real Change “Real change begins in our own backyards — in our rinks, communities, and conversations.” The commitment to a truly inclusive hockey environment requires more than just good intentions; it demands purposeful action. As Sanjeev Bhagrath, a member of Hockey Alberta’s EDI Committee, states: “Inclusion must be intentional — woven into every aspect […]
Rinkside is BACK for another season of AEHL and, new this year, AFHL coverage. This month’s episode featuring 2 returning players from the Provincial champion Northwest U18AAA Calgary Flames and National champion Jr. Oilers White, Cohen Pentney and Evie Hanson.
RED DEER – Hockey Alberta is excited to announce the return of the Spring Showcase in 2026. The three-week event, which features the Alberta Cup, Alberta Challenge, and Prospects Cup will be returning to the Gary W. Harris Canada Games Centre at Red Deer Polytechnic in April and May. For the Alberta Challenge and Prospects Cup, this […]
