06/05/2026
The Indigenous Sport, Physical Activity & Recreation Council (ISPARC), Jr Canucks Community Clinics, the City of Cranbrook, Purcell Collegiate School, Kootenay Hockey Academy, Pacific Sport Columbia Basin and Mรฉtis Nation British Columbia (MNBC) are pleased to present The 11th Annual Kootenays Indigenous Youth Hockey Camp.
Camp will feature on/off ice training and skill development with local coaches and the Vancouver Canucks, appearances from the Jr. Canucks Community Clinics Staff, and opportunities to participate in the Vancouver Canucks Community Clinics Floor Hockey program during the camp.
Our head Coach for the camp, Dustin Auger, has been working closely with the community of Cranbrook and coaching hockey for many years. Dustin is a crucial part to the success of this camp and for many years, he has taken on the camp in full within a coaching capacity. Without coaches like Dustin, camps like these would not exist.
The camp will also feature on ice sessions with Alex Hendrickson, our Women's Team BC Head Coach for the National Aboriginal Hockey Championship. Alex brings a wealth of experience, leadership, and hockey knowledge to the camp, making her an incredible asset for young female athletes looking to grow their game. A Development 1 Certified Coach, Alex has spent four years coaching with Team BC at the National Aboriginal Hockey Championships (NAHC), helping lead her teams to impressive success, including two bronze medals and one silver medal.
Alexโs connection to Team BC runs deep, as she also competed for Team BC at the NAHC in 2011. Her playing career continued at the NCAA Division III level, where she played four years of collegiate hockey and served as a two-year team captain, demonstrating strong leadership both on and off the ice. Alex holds a Master of Science in Exercise and Wellness, bringing valuable knowledge of athlete development, performance, and wellness to her coaching approach. As a proud citizen of MNBC, Alex is passionate about mentoring and inspiring the next generation of female hockey players. Her experience and dedication make this camp a fantastic opportunity for young girls to learn, develop confidence, and grow their love for the game.
Please come prepared with your own hockey equipment, workout attire, running shoes, and water bottle.
Light food and beverage will be provided.
Open to all Indigenous Youth (First Nations, Mรฉtis & Inuit) ages 6 - 18.
A schedule for the camp will be sent to all of those that have registered a couple weeks before the camp.
Bring your best attitude and friendly smile! Get ready to work hard, have fun, and learn new skills!
JR CANUCKS COMMUNITY CLINICS JERSEY REGISTRATION
Please fill out the registration to receive a complimentary jersey for the camp from the Vancouver Canucks! You can access this registration through the hyper link below: https://tradablebits.com/tb_app/548795995
Registration Link: https://isparcbc.wufoo.com/forms/m1y42g7e1e8sk3a/
We hope to see you at the camp!
