Alberta launches new 50/50 program in support of junior hockey clubs

Feb 22, 2021 | 12:25 PM

Albertans will have the chance to support junior hockey in their communities with a new 50/50 draw that will help local teams maintain operations impacted by COVID-19.

Jackpots For Junior Hockey presented by RE/MAX, a joint 50/50 draw launched today by the Western Hockey League (WHL) and Alberta Junior Hockey League (AJHL), will share proceeds with Alberta’s five WHL teams and 15 AJHL teams to help offset revenues lost because of the pandemic and the suspension of play.

The provincial government, through Alberta Gaming, Liquor and Cannabis (AGLC), is supporting the lottery by allowing the leagues to conduct 50/50 draws, with Albertans able to purchase tickets online from anywhere in the province.

As part of Jackpots For Junior Hockey, teams will be required to share a portion of proceeds received with local charities.

“Protecting the lives and livelihoods of Albertans includes ensuring that junior hockey remains a social and economic driver in our province. Thanks to changes made to provincial policy, the WHL and AJHL can now raise funds online to support their operations directly from fans in their communities. We’re asking Albertans to provide a much needed assist and purchase Jackpots For Junior Hockey 50/50 tickets,” says Leela Sharon Aheer, Minister of Culture, Multiculturalism and Status of Women.

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“The WHL is excited for the launch of the Jackpots For Junior Hockey 50/50. As largely fan-dependent leagues, the future of many of our junior hockey teams is in jeopardy in Alberta. The Jackpots For Junior Hockey 50/50 will help to ensure our junior hockey teams remain a vital part of our Alberta communities,” says Ron Robison, WHL Commissioner.

The Jackpots For Junior Hockey 50/50 will run each weekend in March.

by rdnewsNOW staff

Alberta launches new 50/50 program in support of junior hockey clubs

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