GREETINGS AND A HAPPY 2024

Our 48th Annual Tournament is fast approaching. This year we have 38 teams in 6 divisions signed up for the Tournament. As is the case, every year, I sat down with my staff to figure out what teams should play in the different divisions. We have placed each team in what we feel is the proper spot for them using a system proven successful over the years. 

As usual, the previous division winner may go up one division, while teams that are totally outclassed will usually go down.

Game time scheduling was done as fairly as possible with the teams farther away being given some consideration, as has been our policy.

Team representatives should have received an email with multiple documents, including the schedule for your division. Please check in at the registration desk upon arrival for any possible changes. Westwood Arenas has 5 ice surfaces under one roof with a snack bar, a complete sports shop with skate sharpening facilities and equipment at reasonable rates.

THERE IS TO BE NO BEER OR SMOKING IN DRESSING ROOMS. 

We have a large glassed-in gallery lounge overlooking rinks 1 & 2 with the sale of beer and food each day from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m.  PLEASE NOTE: THAT NO BEER CAN BE TAKEN OUT OF THIS ROOM AND NO PERSONAL BEER CAN BE BROUGHT IN. I would like all coaches and managers to explain this to their teams prior to arrival. Our laws are very strict about this, and we do not want any difficulty with our liquor inspectors who will surely be in the arena at some time.

We would appreciate your team support of the beer lounge, as profits are going to charity. This is a great meeting place.

Each team will play 3 games, and then the final stats will be taken in each division. The top 4 teams in each division will go on to play Thursday.

OVERTIME FORMAT: 3 0N 3 (NHL RULES) STOP TIME TILL A GOAL IS SCORED.                                                                                                                    

In the event of a tie in the standings, refer to the rules & regulations also sent to team rep, and available on this website. We play under Hockey Canada rules, and these will be STRICTLY enforced. We have a great body of referees who do an excellent job, so PLEASE MAKE SURE THAT YOUR TEAM, ALL OF YOUR PLAYERS AND COACHES ETC. ARE AWARE OF ALL RULES, as well as other details pertaining to the tournament.  Ignorance of these rules WILL NOT be a valid excuse in the event of a problem, situation. These details should be READ as well as RULES very carefully and all players made aware of all details.

***NOTE*** A TOURNAMENT ROSTER WAIVER MUST BE FILLED OUT AND BROUGHT TO THE REGISTRATION DESK BEFORE PLAYING YOUR FIRST GAME.

A copy of this Roster Waiver sheet was emailed to all team reps. You should be able to download, (save), it to your computer, where you will be able to type in the TEAM NAME and PLAYER NAMES, print it off and then have your players sign it. You can also just print it off and fill it in manually.

If you get all the signatures before you arrive, just hand it in when you register.

When you arrive at the rink, please register at the front desk, where you will receive a package for your team with any updates and further information you may need. 

Teams needing a change room lock will be required to leave a $10 deposit, which will be returned when the key & lock is returned. We ask that you please vacate your dressing rooms AS SOON AS POSSIBLE.

One more reminder that all participants MUST BE FIREFIGHTERS, AND PLAY FOR ONE TEAM ONLY, (Full-time, Retired, Volunteer). Don't risk forfeiting any games by using non firefighters. A piece of ID may be required if asked for. Random checks will be done.

If you have any problems during the tournament, just look for an executive member, and they will be glad to help you.

I hope you all have a safe trip to Toronto, and we look forward to seeing you all on

February 10, 2024.

Note: All players and coaches are personally responsible for all insurance required to play in the tournament.

Fraternally yours,

Rick Stillaway

Rick Stillaway, President

Cell Phone (416-709-6188)        Email: soffhl@bell.net

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