Siksika Nation honoured to continue partnership with Calgary Canucks
Calgary, Alberta (Thursday, August 1, 2024): The Annual Alberta Junior Hockey League (AJHL) Showcase presented by Nutrien will return to the Max Bell Centre in Calgary, AB, from September 25th-27th, 2024. After a successful event in 2023, the AJHL and its member teams were pleased to award the Calgary Canucks Junior A Hockey Club as the host for a second consecutive year.
The renovated Max Bell Centre is a centrally located facility with a reputation for holding significant hockey events like the historical Circle K Classic and includes all the amenities to host scouts, teams and fans successfully. With an abundance of hotel options, an international airport to make travel easy for scouts and families, and never-ending attractions away from the rink, Calgary is the perfect city to host the AJHL Showcase and offer an incredible experience.
“As a second-year partner of the AJHL Showcase, we at Nutrien are excited to continue nurturing this relationship,” says Lori Free, VP of Talent and Organizational Development at Nutrien. “We’re driven by our culture of care, achieving our purpose of Feeding the Future and investing in our people. This partnership supports our intent to attract the best talent, as the league fosters youth development, community engagement, and excellence on and off the ice. Together, we are growing the next generation of leaders and athletes.”
For a second year, the Calgary Flames will be the official partner of the Showcase Scout Lounge, extending a longstanding relationship between the NHL franchise and AJHL’s Calgary Canucks. Scouts and coaches can register for the Scout Lounge and event through the AJHL Office. “Our Showcase Committee and volunteers hosted a very successful event last year, and I look forward to it being held again in Calgary this year. Hosting the AJHL Showcase for a second consecutive year is another testament that the Calgary Canucks organization is committed to providing first-class events for the AJHL, the City of Calgary and our players,” Calgary Canucks Head Coach and General Manager Brad Moran.
Friday, September 27th, will once again be a salute to and celebration of Indigenous culture with the continued partnership of the Siksika Nation. “Siksika Nation is honoured to continue our partnership with the Calgary Canucks. Our combined focus remains on providing opportunities for our youth to be engaged and supported in their broader community. This year, we are bringing back a celebration to the Max Bell Centre, expanding to both inside and outside of the arena and will conclude with a special ceremony before the Calgary Canucks vs Fort McMurray Oil Barons game at 7:15 p.m. You can expect traditional dancers, drummers, and other special guest appearances and performances,” says Chief Ouray Crowfoot.
“The Calgary Canucks are very proud to acknowledge our corporate sponsors for this celebration; Calgary Foundation, Cenovus Energy, BLG, Conifer Energy, FLINT, PTW Energy Services, Scott Land and Lease Ltd., TransAlta, Tourmaline, and the Calgary Flames,” adds Showcase Host Chair Lyle Peterman.
The 18th Annual AJHL Showcase will see each AJHL team compete in two regular season games, attracting fans across Alberta. The three-day event draws coaches and scouts from the National Hockey League, NCAA, Canadian colleges and universities and the Canadian Hockey League.
Attendees can also take in the U18 Canucks Showcase presented by Adrenalin Source for Sports with sponsorship from Tipping Point Wealth Management and Group 23 Sports Medicine. The event will run in conjunction with the AJHL Showcase and feature top talent from the AEHL and CSSHL leagues, with both the U18 and U17 divisions participating. Expect great hockey action on both Max Bell Centres ice surfaces all three days.
Public tickets will be by Day Pass or Full Showcase Access and go on sale at 9:00 a.m. on August 19, 2024. To purchase tickets, visit: Tickets.CalgaryCanucks.ca. Volunteer and corporate sponsorship opportunities are available; please get in touch with Lyle Peterman for more information.
2024 AJHL Showcase presented by Nutrien Schedule
Wednesday, September 25th
- 11:00am Devon vs Olds
- 1:45pm Whitecourt vs Camrose
- 4:30pm Canmore vs Lloydminster
- 7:15pm Bonnyville vs Calgary
Thursday, September 26th
- 11:00am Lloydminster vs Whitecourt
- 1:45pm Olds vs Bonnyville
- 4:30pm Drayton Valley vs Drumheller
- 7:15pm Fort McMurray vs Grande Prairie
Friday, September 27th
- 11:00am Camrose vs Drayton Valley
- 1:45pm Drumheller vs Devon
- 4:30pm Grande Prairie vs Canmore
- 7:15pm Calgary vs Fort McMurray
About the Calgary Canucks
Calgary Canucks Junior A Hockey Club –– Founded in 1971, the community-owned Calgary Canucks are the oldest operating hockey franchise in Calgary and the AJHL. The organization has experienced a rich and successful history, including 11 regular season titles, 10 AJHL championships, two Doyle Cup titles and one Centennial Cup National Junior A Championship. (www.calgarycanucks.ca)
For More Information:
Media Inquiries
Morgan Melnyk
Vice-President, Marketing & Media
(403) 471-8582
mmelnyk@calgarycanucks.ca
www.calgarycanucks.ca
Volunteer & Event Sponsorship
Lyle Peterman
2024 AJHL Showcase, Chair
Calgary Canucks
(403) 507-5405
lpeterman@calgarycanucks.ca
www.calgarycanucks.ca
Scout & League Inquires
Charla Flett
Executive Director
Alberta Junior Hockey League
(403) 999-5734
communications@ajhl.ca
www.ajhl.ca
