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Building Community
Through Hockey
The Orangeville Wolves is a non-profit special needs hockey team in Orangeville, Ontario, Canada. We provide opportunities for individuals to build social connections, independence, and a sense of community. Our goals include team growth, awareness, and inclusivity. With the help of local sponsorships we are able to support players and fund the season.
The Orangeville Wolves
Our Story
The Orangeville Wolves were formed in 1999. The team started with only a handful of players, and grew to as many as 35 players!
The Wolves are a member of Special Hockey International (SHI), which consists of over 50 teams. Each year the SHI holds an INTERNATIONAL tournament. In 2010, the Orangeville Wolves hosted the International tournament, where over 1,500 players attended.
Our Program
Getting out on the Ice!
Our program runs every Sunday at Alder Street Community Centre and welcomes individuals of all ages, genders, and skating abilities. The season spans 26 weeks from October through the end of March, with games held on weekends against other Special Hockey teams in the surrounding area.
Join Our Team
Our mission is to create an inclusive space where individuals with intellectual disabilities, regardless of their skating abilities, can experience the joy of being part of a team and participating in a sport that might otherwise be inaccessible to them. Through our program, participants have the opportunity to foster social connections with peers and dedicated coaches, promoting independence and a strong sense of belonging within our community.
If we are what you've been looking for, SIGN UP with us today!
How Can you Help?
Sponsor a Player, the Team, Participate in our Fundraisers
OR Donate Below!
Our team consists of individuals ranging from 6-60. Many of the players live on limited resources, so the team subsidizes fees, supplies equipment, and travel costs for tournaments so that these players get the chance to experience the world that normally they would not have the opportunity to do!
Support Local Special Needs Sports... Donate Today!
MAKE A DONATION! Our program exists to make a difference in the lives of our players.
You can trust us to use your donation to provide the best program possible; equipment
and jerseys for our team, time on the ice and participation in the SHI International tournament!
CLICK HERE TO SPONSOR OUR TEAM OR A PLAYER TODAY!
Community Engagement
Join us in building a stronger community through sports. Your support helps us create opportunities for our team to stay active, learn teamwork, and develop skills.
Development
Invest in the future by investing in our team. Our program focuses on nurturing team spirit, fostering discipline, and promoting a healthy social environment among our athletes.
Empowerment
Be a part of shaping the leaders of tomorrow. Your contribution enables us to provide mentorship, training, and resources that empower members to excel on and off the ice.
Contact us directly at info@orangevillewolves.ca to inquire about how you can help
support our team!
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Our Leadership and Volunteer Community
The Orangeville Wolves were formed by Dan Stone, Johnny Fitzpatrick and Martin Porteous in 1999, later joined by Doug Harkness.
Our leadership team works tirelessly for our Wolves to ensure every member has a positive experience, we are a team of community and parent volunteers!
Whenever you work with Orangeville Wolves, you can trust that you're in great hands!
“This program was developed for people with special needs to have a team to call their own, and to be recognized in the community as an athlete,” - Head Coach, Martin Porteous
Thank you to our Local Sponsors!
None of our achievements would be possible without the incredible support of our sponsors and the generous contributions from our community!
