Hockey NWT Remembrance Day Tribute

Every November 11, the arenas grow quiet. The buzz of blades on ice, the rhythm of the puck, the echo of cheers all paused. Across the Northwest Territories, we gather in stillness to remember.

We remember the soldiers who never laced up skates again.
We remember the communities forever changed by loss.
We remember the power of sport to heal, unite, and honour.

At Hockey NWT, we know that hockey is more than a game. It’s how we come together. It’s how we teach courage, respect, and teamwork. On Remembrance Day, these values deepen. We wear our poppies close to our hearts, and we stand on the blue line not just as athletes, but as witnesses. To the past. To sacrifice. To resilience.

May every pass, every save, every stride on the ice carry the memory of those who made it possible. We remember. We skate with purpose. We play with gratitude.