Giving Back
Annual NHLPA Golf Classic Turns 25
Every summer since 1993, NHL players have gathered for the annual NHLPA Golf Classic.
Tkachuk: It’s one of those events that shows you the big picture
He’s one of hockey’s most intense players, but don’t expect the quite the same competitive display from Matthew Tkachuk when he serves up his best shot at the Smashfest Charity Ping-Pong Challenge.
NHLPA Golf Classic Set For 25th Anniversary
The annual NHLPA Golf Classic is set to get underway July 12 as the tournament will celebrate its 25th anniversary at Glen Abbey Golf Course.
Hamonic and Foundation Ready to Jump to the West
How’s the summer of Travis Hamonic so far? Busy, but anything but boring.
Wayne Train Eager to Return For Hometown Tournament
Wayne Simmonds doesn’t have to wear his Philadelphia Flyers sweater to be a difference maker. A second straight 30-goal season, four game-winning tallies, and MVP honours at the NHL All-Star Game – the Wayne Train was rolling in 2016-17.
Mark Scheifele Keeping Kids on the Ice
Who inspires who? During the third annual Mark Scheifele Hockey Camp this weekend the Winnipeg Jets forward, alongside a new friend named Logan, helped raise funds for KidSport Winnipeg.
Ladd Foundation Taking Off
The Ladd Foundation, a donor-advised fund, supports a broad range of causes, namely focused on youth and the environment, with an awareness of issues impacting the health and well-being of young people, such as disabilities, illness, mental health and poverty.
J.T. Brown is Gaming for Good
Thanks to the popular gaming platform, Twitch, a streaming service that enables people to play video games while users watch live, J.T. Brown is now sharing his hobby with hundreds of others while engaging with fans.
Dominic Moore to Host Sixth Annual Smashfest® July 20 in Toronto
Charity Ping-Pong Challenge supported by the NHLPA raises funds for concussion & rare cancer research.
Unbreakable bond: Kyle Turris and the Capital City Condors
Not long after playing overtime hero for Ottawa in Game 5 of their Eastern Conference semifinal series against the New York Rangers, Turris was once again playing hero, this time in a suit, not a Senators sweater.
NHLPA Continues Support of Pioneer Park Hockey Program
The NHLPA continued its a longstanding connection with the Pioneer Park Panther Hockey Program, donating ice time at the Cambridge Ice Centre to end the team's season.
Rielly: No Good Way to use the R-Word
Morgan Rielly, along with Toronto Maple Leafs teammate James van Riemsdyk and Anaheim forward Ryan Getzlaf, stepped up to lend a hand to help get a message out for Special Olympics Canada,
Tierney pulling out all the assists
When it comes to Chris Tierney lending a helping hand, it’s not a question of, ‘What does he do?’ In this instance, it’s more appropriate to ask, ‘What doesn’t he do?
Matt Murray's helping hand is also impressive
As one of the NHL’s top goaltenders, coming up big just seems to come naturally for Matt Murray. It turns out that a helping hand from Matt Murray is just as impressive as his glove hand.
HOCKEY IS FOR EVERYONE MONTH BEGINS TODAY
Campaign will celebrate diversity, inclusion initiatives every day this month.
Bickells connect love of dogs to fight MS
You’d be hard-pressed to find a better team than Bryan and Amanda Bickell. Bryan’s MS remains a top priority, as does finding ways to help others affected, and of course, the couple found a way to incorporate their passion for pitbull-type dogs.
NHLPA Donates 25 Sets of Equipment to Deux-Montagnes Police Force Hockey Program in Montreal
The NHLPA Goals & Dreams fund recently outfitted over 20 kids with new hockey equipment, and set-up a special surprise visit Monday from David Desharnais, Brendan Gallagher, Andrew Shaw and Shea Weber.
Patrik Laine Gives Young Fan A Belated Birthday Visit
After receiving a party invitation from young Lucas Bydak by way of Twitter, Laine made sure he made a belated birthday visit as soon as he could.
NHLPA raises over $250,000 for SickKids through Jersey Auction
Over 200 game-worn jerseys were recently auctioned by the NHLPA, which raised more than $250,000 in support of children’s health at The Hospital for Sick Children (SickKids).
van Riemsdyk advocates for Autism Speaks
James van Riemsdyk doesn’t need to be in uniform to be a difference maker. His efforts to raise funds and awareness for autism are a perfect example of that.