Financial Assistance may be available. Assistance will be through application only and will remain anonymous. If you require assistance and would like more information or to see if you qualify please email [email protected]
Programs available to individuals (Visit websites for more information on funding available):
Please note that the resources suggested for financial aid below are in no way affiliated with WNGHA.
WNGHA and the executive have no influence on the approval process if a family chooses one of the below avenues for financial aid.
Canadian Tire Jumpstart
Canadian Tire Jumpstart
http://jumpstart.canadiantire.ca
Canadian Tire Jumpstart Charities is a registered charity dedicated to removing financial barriers so kids across Canada have the opportunity to get off the sidelines and get into the game.
Hockey Canada Foundation
Hockey Canada Assist fund
https://assistfund.hockeycanadafoundation.ca/en/
The Hockey Canada Foundation Assist Fund was created in response to the many families experiencing financial challenges as a result of COVID-19. The goal of the Fund is to help Canadian youth access hockey and return to the game they love.
The Children's Foundation
The Children's Foundation - Playing for Keeps
http://thechildrensfoundation.ca/?page_id=34
The Children’s Foundation serves Hastings, Northumberland and Prince Edward Counties. Low income families may register for a sport or any activity the child loves; eg. music lessons, art classes, soccer, baseball, karate, swimming lessons, dance, hockey etc.
Grindstone Award Foundation
Grindstone Award Foundation
http://grindstoneaward.com
The Grindstone Award Foundation is a charity that enables young female players to participate and improve their skill development in the sport of hockey.
Their Opportunity
Their Opportunity
http://www.theiropportunity.com/
Provides low-income families with the means to enroll their children in local sports programs.