Leagues in northwestern Ontario lace up for the return of hockey amid the COVID-19 pandemic - News Summed Up

Leagues in northwestern Ontario lace up for the return of hockey amid the COVID-19 pandemic


Hockey Northwestern Ontario (HNO) released its framework for the return of hockey this year, outlining new rules for associations on and off the ice amid the COVID-19 pandemic. Officials with the organization said the framework is fully endorsed by the Thunder Bay District Health Unit and the Northwestern Health Unit. Pandemic creates opportunity for Thunder Bay KingsFor the Thunder Bay Kings, finding a new normal for the season was a process that began in March, as officials recognized that the border closure due to COVID-19 would create a barrier for their teams. The GTHL was supportive, Power said, and the process was approval by Hockey Northwestern Ontario (HNO), the Ontario Federation of hockey, and Hockey Canada last week. The Thunder Bay Major Midget Kings were North American Prospects Hockey League champions for the first time ever in 2019.


Source: CBC News September 06, 2020 13:52 UTC



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