Cheque presentation to the PJHL in Stayner on Sunday. From left. Bears President Dave Veitch, Sec./Media Ken Veitch Jr, PJHL Commissioner Terry Whiteside, Bears Financial Advisor Brian Bobbette and Bears Director of Hockey Operations Mike Carlsson.
A proud moment in the history of Junior C Hockey in Bracebridge occurred this past Sunday.
With the payment of the franchise fee to Commissioner Terry Whiteside, the Bears were officially welcomed into the 62-team-strong Provincial Junior Hockey League (PJHL).
As a member of the 8-team North Carruthers Division strong rivalries will soon be created with nearby teams including Huntsville, Orillia, Midland, Alliston, Stayner, Penetang and Innisfil.
The Bears are a not-for-profit, community-funded, and managed organization – replicating a highly successful model within the PJHL. 13 members of the management team and 5 additional advisory committee members have a financial investment in the franchise.
Sponsors, donors, and fans will be relied upon to provide 100% of the funding necessary to operate the team. To date, stimulated by creative, inclusive marketing initiatives and incredible community interest and participation $70,000 has been raised. A similar amount committed over the next few months will guarantee a successful 1st year launch.
The Bears hit the ice in September ’24 – exciting times and sporting memories are ahead for hockey fans in Muskoka! Stay tuned for regular updates.
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