CAN Adapted Hockey Tournament

Every year, a variety of teams from across the province travel to participate in a season-ending adapted tournament in the designated host city. This year, Canucks Autism Network is hosting its second hockey tournament from March 27-28, 2020 at Surrey Sport and Leisure Complex.

Family Fun Night

Friday, March 27, 6:30-8:00PM
Surrey Sport and Leisure Complex

The weekend festivities kick-off with a skate for all players and their families, a BBQ dinner, games, community activations and the Coaches Hockey Game.

Tournament Play

Saturday, March 28, 8:00AM-4:30PM
Surrey Sport and Leisure Complex

The day begins opening ceremonies in the morning, a BBQ lunch and an awards presentation in the afternoon. Games take place throughout the day.

Canucks Autism Acceptance Game

Saturday, March 28, 7:00-9:30PM
Rogers Arena

The Vancouver Canucks have generously offered discounted tickets to all tournament teams for their game against the Anaheim Ducks!

This special Autism Acceptance Game will showcase the successes of Canucks Autism Network participants, while promoting acceptance of autism throughout the evening.

As with every Rogers Arena event, there are a number of accessibility initiatives available to guests with autism and other sensory sensitivities. Learn more at the Vancouver Canucks’ Autism Accessibility webpage.

About the Teams

A total of 12 teams from across BC will be participating, with players ranging in age (8-34) and disabilities, but united by their shared passion for hockey.

In order to ensure that everyone has a positive experience, opposing coaches talk in advance of each game to strategize and match lines so that all players have a safe experience with an appropriate level of challenge.

To accommodate sensory sensitivities, a whistle replaces the loud buzzer for goals and line changes are signaled with a whistle and verbal countdown.

Contact

If you have any questions regarding the CAN Adapted Hockey Tournament, please contact:

Romdoul Long
[email protected] | 604-685-4049

2016 Adapted Hockey Tournament Video Recap: