About
Us
Hockey Indigenous (HI) is an Indigenous-led and governed organization whose overall goal and mandate are to provide a new generational direction toward Indigenous Youth and Community Empowerment. HI wants to use its platform to bring inclusion, motivation, and support to Indigenous Peoples while fostering policy and cultural teachings.
Vision and Mission.
Vision: To help support the growth and development of Indigenous peoples and to stop the stigma of Discrimination and Racism.
Mission: To create a welcoming and inclusive hockey community where Indigenous peoples and communities have the opportunity to reach their full potential as athletes and leaders.
Co-Founders: Stephane Friday (Kashechewan First Nation),
and Abigail Linklater (Taykwa Tagamou Nation)
Our Objectives.
Objective 1:
To develop and implement programs and initiatives that support the growth and development of Indigenous hockey players and teams.
Objective 4:
To increase the participation and representation of Indigenous players in hockey programs, capacity building, events, and tournaments.
Objective 2:
To promote inclusivity and understanding within the hockey community through cultural sensitivity training, campaigns, and education.
Objective 5:
To advocate and establish Team Indigenous to participate in all International, National, and Provincial hockey tournaments. (Ex: World Juniors Championships)
Objective 3:
To establish partnerships and collaborations with other organizations and stakeholders to support Indigenous hockey initiatives.
Objective 6:
To secure funding through means of grants, investments, and donations to allocate funds to build an Arena in First Nation and Inuit communities that do not have an arena in their community and renovations eligibility.
Spirit of Reconciliation
Generating wellness and a healthy mindset in a positive environment.