Hockey Day In Canada

Saturday was hockey day in Canada and there were celebrations all over the land. Large cities ans small rural hamlets celebrated with ice activities.What impressed me mostly was the inclusion of the girls in the games. Every age was represented and most of Canada had a great day celebrating what we call our game.

Early in my educational career I worked in a small Ontario city called Pembroke.When I arrived there the local school board supported minor hockey for the boys who attended their schools. Much of the budget for sports were used in this manner. I suggested that the board take minor hockey out of the school system and use the money for programs that were balanced between girls and boys.

This caused quite a fuss but it was done. Shortly after there was a balanced program where everyone was treated equally and this was true throughout Canada. We have come a long way in a short time and we are better for the change. Hockey Day was a huge success.