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Sven Scores for HEROS
Sven Baertschi has been an Ambassador for HEROS dating back to the start of his NHL career in Calgary, and more recently with the Vancouver Canucks. Sven has spent lots […]
The true meaning of resiliency
The HEROS program (Hockey Education Reaching Out Society) is an initiative that launched in Vancouver, Canada in 2000 and has since expanded across the country. HEROS has engaged over 7200 boys […]
Celebrating Canadians
Canada Day is a day for Canadians to plunk down on sidewalks and watch the parades. It’s a day to acknowledge all those before us who have worked to give […]
From Mentee to Mentor: A HEROS Success Story
The HEROS program (Hockey Reaching Out Society) is an incredible cross-Canada initiative supporting youth in at-risk neighbourhoods, but it is about so much more than just hockey. HEROS is about […]
Willie O’Ree Weekend for HEROS
Four of our very own HEROS recently had the great opportunity of attending the Willie O’Ree Weekend in Philadelphia. This was the 17th consecutive year that HEROS boys and girls […]
Helping Kids Reach Goals
This article is originally published here. What gets lost with many goals, is that teamwork made them happen. With the encouragement of Constable Sue Crawford from the bench, 11-year-old Myrina took […]
HEROS Launches Surrey Program!
It is hard to find the right words to describe the feeling inside of the Sport Chek this past Monday in Surrey, BC. HEROS (Hockey Education Reaching Out Society) expanded […]
Exclusive Q&A With Renowned Skating Coach Barb Aidelbaum
Barb Aidelbaum is a devoted member of the HEROS family, as a co-founder and part of the HEROS Board of Directors. Her dedication to not only coaching but to every student she’s […]
Kids get big life lessons from the game of hockey
January 7, 2016 | Valerie Fortney | Calgary Herald He was a kid with few prospects, getting into trouble with the police as he flirted with gang life. He was […]
HEROS in Ireland
Martina Byrne is a Youth Development Officer with Finglas Youth Service, in the Republic of Ireland. Finglas is one of the most marginalized and socially deprived areas of Dublin. Her […]
HEROS Across Canada
Hockey Education Reaching Out Society (HEROS) celebrates ice hockey while giving an opportunity for young people to grow while learning life and hockey skills. Personal growth and success off of […]
A Heroic Teacher
Justin Borsato is committed to teaching. He is a Grade 7 teacher in one of the toughest elementary schools in Vancouver, British Columbia, yet Justin remains passionate about his students. […]
Ringing the TSX bell for charity
Wed, Dec 3, 2014 – Terron Falk from CIBC joins Sonia Sunger to talk about the 30th annual CIBC Miracle Day where employees are asked to donate their fees and […]
HITMEN AND MEG ENERGY LAUNCH HELGY’S HEROES
Tuesday, November 25, 2014Calgary, AB – The Calgary Hitmen and captain Kenton Helgesen are proud to announce details on a new community program, Helgy’s Heroes presented by MEG Energy.The initiative will […]
“Welcome CBC’s Radio Guy”
Listen as CBC’s Paul Karchut joined HEROS Bowness for an inside look at what a day looks like from the eyes of the HEROS.
HEROS Invited to 2014 NHL Heritage Classic: Video
The Vancouver Canucks invite HEROS participants to join in the fun at the 2014 Tim Hortons NHL Heritage Classic. canucks.com
Hometown HEROS
Every Canadian child has scored the winning goal in a hockey game for the ages – even if its only in their own mind. Many of Canada’s youth are having […]