NOHA Semi-Annual Meeting Registration Now Open

Registration for the NOHA Semi-Annual Meeting is now open until January 3rd, 2026.

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The Semi-Annual Meeting, which will be held in North Bay from January 30 to February 2, 2026.

This is the first semi-annual meeting hosted by the NOHA and will be discussion and solution-focused, providing an opportunity for Associations to be actively involved in shaping the NOHA strategic focus moving forward.

ATTENDANCE - Each Association is invited to send up to 4 representatives from your Board of Directors or other delegates you deem appropriate for this important gathering.

ACCOMMODATIONS/MEALS - The NOHA will cover accommodations for up to 4 attendees per Association, based on double occupancy, for the nights of January 30 and February 1. Additional accommodation arrangements outside of these dates would be at the Association's expense.

Meals on February 1 (breakfast/lunch/dinner/nutrition breaks) will be covered for all attendees.

TRAVEL - Travel costs will be the responsibility of each Association. However, depending on budget availability, the NOHA may be able to provide support for travel expenses.

ITINERARY

Friday, January 30, 2026

Social – 9:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m.

Saturday, January 31, 2026

Breakfast – 7:30 a.m.

Meeting begins – 8:30 a.m.

Sunday, February 1, 2026

Meeting begins – 9:00 a.m.

Confirming speakers

Katherine Henderson, President and CEO – Hockey Canada

Scott Furman, Vice President, Growth and Retention – Hockey Canada

Karl Subban, Board of Directors – Greater Toronto Hockey League (GTHL)

Peter Harmsen, President – Ontario Minor Hockey Association (OMHA)

Phillip McKee, Executive Director – Ontario Hockey Federation (OHF)

Jeff Turner, Chair – Ontario Hockey Federation (OHF)

Jacob Brown, Director of Hockey Operations – Northern Ontario Hockey Association (NOHA)

Others TBA

We look forward to seeing you there!

NOHA Christmas Camp Giveaway! Register by December 1st for a chance at FREE registration!

CHRISTMAS CAMP GIVEAWAY TIME!

The NOHA will be providing three lucky families free Christmas Camp Registration for their desired location this December!

All registrations received prior to December 1^st will be entered into a draw where three names will be picked at random. Upon winning, the recipients will have their registration reimbursed and will get to enjoy the Holiday skills opportunity at zero cost!

The NOHA is excited to announce for the third consecutive year, we will be hosting Christmas Skills Camps throughout Northern Ontario during the 2025 Holiday Season.

There will be four levels offered in each area: U7/U9, U11/U13, U15/U18, and Goalies only. All skill levels are welcome!

Each session will be categorized by age, excluding the Goaltending sessions that are open for all ages. (Goaltenders should select the registration appropriate for their birth year, please specify your position as goaltender through the survey linked with registration.)

Sessions will be capped at the number of participants outlined below.

Registrations are not restricted to members of the below cities listed; anyone in the vicinity is welcome to attend upon registration.

U7/U9 – 36 Participants

U11/U13 – 36 Participants

U15/U18 – 36 Participants

Goaltenders – 20 Participants

Please click on your area Camp link for specific time and date information.

Please note – the registration fee throughout the NOHA is $110.00 plus HST. This fee includes 4 hours of ice time per player over the course of four days. NOHA practice Sweater, and an NOHA branded water bottle.

Each Camp will be planned through using Hockey Canada skill development material and will be facilitated by selected Coaches in each area.

FOR CAMP SCHEDULES, PLEASE CLICK YOUR DESIRED CAMP LOCATION BELOW!

1. North Bay Skills

2.                      Sudbury Skills

3.                      Sault Ste. Marie Skills

4.                      Englehart Skills

5.                      Little Current Skills

6.                      Timmins Skills

Please contact NOHA Director of Hockey Operations, Jacob Brown jbrown@noha-hockey.ca should you have any questions.

NOHA 2nd Vice Appoinment - Adam Estabrooks

Dear NOHA Members,

We are pleased to announce that Adam Estabrooks has been appointed to the position of 2nd Vice President of the Northern Ontario Hockey Association (NOHA). This appointment is effective immediately and will run until the 2026 NOHA Annual General Meeting.

DISTRICT ONE COUNCIL DIRECTOR VACANCY

As a result of this appointment, the NOHA is now seeking a replacement for the District One Council Director position. This position represents the following communities: Black River-Matheson, Chapleau, Porcupine, Schumacher, and Timmins.

Members from District One who are interested in serving in this capacity are encouraged to contact the NOHA Office for further information regarding the nomination process.

We are confident that Adam will serve the NOHA membership with dedication and integrity in his new role, and we look forward to working with him as we continue to advance minor hockey throughout Northern Ontario.

Should you have any questions regarding this appointment or the District One Council Director vacancy, please do not hesitate to contact the NOHA Office.