About this Event
One Game. All Belong. is an in-person community event for people who care about access, belonging, and girls’ participation in hockey.
About the event
Join us on December 11, 2026, at Tony Graham Toyota in Kanata for a live podcast and panel conversation about access, belonging, and women in hockey. The event brings together young athletes, families, community partners, and supporters to share perspectives, build connections, and raise support for girls and families from Akwesasne.
Through R.I.S.E. Academy, athletes from the Ottawa Women’s Senators U15 and U22 programs and the Ottawa 67’s U15AA team are working with First Assist, founded by former NHL player John Chabot, and community partners in Akwesasne. Their goal is to raise $15,000 to bring 100 girls and family members from Akwesasne to the Ottawa Charge’s Indigenous Celebration Night on January 27, 2027.
How donations help
- Hosting and production costs for the December 11 event
- Bus transportation to and from Akwesasne
- Game tickets and food
- Shirts and other items to remember the experience
Donations help reduce financial and transportation barriers that could keep families from attending.
Building on what began in 2026
In March 2026, the first One Game. All Belong. initiative raised approximately $7,500 and helped bring 100 folks from Akwesasne to a professional women’s hockey game. This year’s initiative builds on those connections, with a focus on an experience for girls and their families.
Watching professional women compete can help young players imagine their own possibilities. Coming together for Indigenous Celebration Night also creates space to celebrate Indigenous identity, strengthen relationships, and share a love of hockey.
Event venue & nearby stays
Kanata Toyota, 2500 Palladium Drive, Ottawa, Canada
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