Source: Caley Ramsay, globalnews.ca, February 11, 2021 It’s been so cold during the game pucks have been exploding, however the group is still playing, attempting to break the world record for the World’s Longest Hockey Game, while raising money for cancer research. From frozen pucks and propane tanks, to frostbite and lace bite, 40 players… Continue reading World’s Longest Hockey Game Gets Exemption From COVID Restrictions
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8 Hospital Staff in Lloyd Win $241K World Junior 50/50 Jackpot
Source: cbc.ca, December 31, 2020 The group found out they had won the $241,850 prize while at work. Eight front-line health-care workers from a city that sits on the Alberta-Saskatchewan border say they are grateful after winning a substantial World Junior 50/50 jackpot. In a video posted by Hockey Canada on Wednesday, two of the… Continue reading 8 Hospital Staff in Lloyd Win $241K World Junior 50/50 Jackpot
New Year’s Eve Traditions From Around the World
Countries around the world ring in the new year with unique customs and traditions often carried out at the strike of midnight. Since travel is off the table this year, here are some international New Year’s Eve experiences for you! Happy New Year! Spain In Spain, it is customary to eat 12 grapes – one… Continue reading New Year’s Eve Traditions From Around the World
Canada Remains Perfect at World Juniors
Source: The Canadian Press, cbc.ca, December 30, 2020 A Finland win over Slovakia on Wednesday would set up a battle for top seed in Pool A. Quinton Byfield had two goals and four assists in Canada’s 10-0 win over Switzerland at the world junior men’s hockey championship Tuesday. Jakob Pelletier scored twice for Canada (3-0).… Continue reading Canada Remains Perfect at World Juniors
Holiday Traditions From Around the World
This holiday season will feel different from others but while many popular traditions have been upended, you can still deck the halls and trim the tree, get a fresh take on the season with some inspiration from these unique holiday traditions! Iceland Similar to the 12 days of Christmas, Iceland celebrates 13 days. Each night… Continue reading Holiday Traditions From Around the World
All 7 Canadian Teams Could Play Season Out of Home Arenas, Says NHL
Source: Staff The Canadian Press, globalnews.ca, December 25, 2020 The NHL realigned its divisions for the 2021 season so that the North Division — which features all seven Canadian teams — would not have to cross the U.S.-Canada border. The NHL believes all seven of its Canadian teams can start the season playing out of… Continue reading All 7 Canadian Teams Could Play Season Out of Home Arenas, Says NHL
Three Hockey Players From Sask. Make Team Canada
Source: Pat McKay, saskatoon.ctvnews.ca, December 17, 2020 With no fans in the stands, families will have to experience the tournament on television. SASKATOON — Many aspects of the World Junior Hockey Championship in Edmonton will be different because of COVID-19. Even the way the three Saskatchewan-born players found out they made the team was different.… Continue reading Three Hockey Players From Sask. Make Team Canada
Hockey Canada Names Men’s Junior Team Roster
Source: The Canadian Press Staff. edmonto.ctvnews.ca, December 13, 2020 The roster includes four players from Alberta, all of whom haven’t been to the World Juniors before. RED DEER, ALTA. — Hockey Canada has named the 25 players who will represent the host country at the world junior men’s hockey championship in Edmonton. Three goalies, eight… Continue reading Hockey Canada Names Men’s Junior Team Roster
International Youth Day Highlights Global Action
By Mallorie Rast The 21st International Youth Day, celebrated on August 12th, is making its 2020 focus “Youth Engagement for Global Action.” Originating with the United Nations (UN) in 1999, International Youth Day was created to support, empower and improve the situation of young people. In order to fulfil this worthy goal, the UN sought,… Continue reading International Youth Day Highlights Global Action
Noah Lyles ‘World Record’ Ruled Out After Only Running 185m
Source: bbc.com, July 10, 2020 Lyles had started from the wrong lane and run 15m less than his rivals. American Noah Lyles briefly appeared to have set an astonishing new 200m world record of 18.90 seconds in the Inspiration Games, before it was revealed he ran only 185m. Lyles’ time would have obliterated the 19.19-second… Continue reading Noah Lyles ‘World Record’ Ruled Out After Only Running 185m