Hockey is more than a game.
It’s a chance to lead with respect, learn together, and honour truth.
Overview
U7–U18
Hockey Program Details.
The Orange Jersey Project’s Hockey Program invites U7–U18 teams across Turtle Island/Canada to lead with respect, learn through sport, and participate in reconciliation in action.
Each registered team receives orange practice jerseys that serve as conversation starters, linking today’s young athletes with the lived experiences of Indigenous families affected by residential schools. Through the Player Education Portal, players complete guided learning modules that help them understand this history, and their role in carrying the message forward.
This program is about more than just wearing orange. It’s about what happens next: asking questions, sharing stories, and growing as teammates, leaders, and allies.
Smiles in the locker room, hustle on the ice, that’s how we rep the orange.
Registration Process
Hockey Team Registration Process.
Registering your team is simple and it’s the first step toward making an impact. Jersey’s typically take 2-4 weeks for delivery.
2025 Registration Windows
Winter Season
July 1, 2025 — October 1, 2025
- Limited to 1,000 teams per season
- Registration is free thanks to the support of our partnersTailored presentations for your audience and venue
Coach or Team Manager Applies
Only verified coaches or managers can submit an application to prevent duplicates.
Application Review 1-2 Weeks
Each submission is reviewed to ensure eligibility and alignment with program values.
Approval & Kit Delivery 3-5 Weeks
Each submission is reviewed to ensure eligibility and alignment with program values.
Team Participation Season Aug-Mar
Each submission is reviewed to ensure eligibility and alignment with program values.
Certificate Awarded
Each submission is reviewed to ensure eligibility and alignment with program values.
Kit Contents
Kit Contents.
Your kit arrives ready to rock. Unpack, suit up, and hit the ice with everything you need. Time to make some noise in orange!
Each approved U7–U18 hockey team receives:
Season Info + Timeline
Season Info + Timeline.
Mark your calendars and get excited! From registration to jersey delivery to game day glory, we’ve got your season mapped out. Check the timeline and let’s get this show on the road!
Registration
Registration opens on August 15, 2025, and closes October 15, 2025, or once the 1,000 team cap is reached. Only coaches or team managers are eligible to apply. Each submission is reviewed to ensure it meets the program’s values and eligibility requirements.
Kit Delivery 2-4 Weeks
Jersey kits begin shipping in early October. Delivery typically takes 2 to 4 weeks after a team is approved. Each kit includes orange jerseys, coaching hats, a number kit, and instructions for accessing the Player Education Portal.
Education Window Spring-Fall
Teams are encouraged to complete the Player Education Portal between October and March. Once all modules are finished, each player receives an official certificate of completion.
Every Child Matters Game
The Every Child Matters Game brings players, families and communities together to honour survivors and learn through sport.
Training Ground
Player Education Portal.
Wearing the jersey is just the beginning—learning is what brings the message to life.
Go to PortalCompletion of the Player Education Portal is a core part of the Orange Jersey Project.
A secure, age-appropriate learning platform designed to help youth understand the true history of Indian Residential Schools.
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Participate as a team or individual - 30-45 min to complete
- Certificate for each athlete
- Age-appropriate content
Participate as a team or individual
30-45 min to complete
Certificate for each athlete
Age-appropriate content