35th Annual Indigenous
Minor Hockey Tournament

March 28-30, 2025

Winnipeg, Manitoba
Scotiabank Hockey For All Centre

Event Connect Registration

Daily Admission Rates

  • REGULAR ADMISSION (18-64) $15.00
  • YOUTH (13-17 w/student card) $10.00
  • ELDERS/SENIORS (over 65) $5.00
  • CHILDREN (7 & up) $5.00
  • CHILDREN (6 & under) FREE

For more information, please email hockey@micec.com.

MICEC is a non-for profit, charitable educational organization that promotes awareness and understanding of Indigenous cultures. We achieve this through community events, the People's Library, youth programming and educational activities.

Each Spring our minor hockey tournament attracts over 5,000 players and supporters from communities all across Manitoba to participate in the game that identifies us to the world. This tournament allows youth to test their skills and make new friends in a comfortable atmosphere of comradery and healthy competition.

In addition to the great hockey, our tournament features entertainment for the whole family. We have face painters, clowns, a local square dance troupe and great prizes to be won.

2024 Tournament Winners

U9

Champions - Minegoziibe Warriors

1st Runner Up - Dauphin Eagles

2nd Runner Up - Norway House

3rd Runner Up - Pineview Saints

Most Valuable Player - Parker Marquis, Minegoziibe Warriors

Goalie - Peter McLeod, Minegoziibe Warriors

Top Coach - Skyler Tait Reaume, Norway House

Dennis Daniels Spirit Award - Luna Guimond, Sagkeeng Hawks

Cindy Lavallee Memorial Award - Ava Trout, Cross Lake Islanders

George Boyd Memorial Award - Ashton Richard, Minegoziibe Warriors

 

U11

Champions - Cross Lake Islanders

1st Runner Up - Fisher River Hawks

2nd Runner Up - Norway House North Stars

Most Valuable Player - Justin Hunter Houle, Cross Lake Islanders

Goalie - Reid Blacksmith, Cross Lake Islanders

Top Coach - Darcy Garrioch, Cross Lake Islanders

Top Scorer - Justin Hunter Houle, Cross Lake Islanders

Best Defense - Will Robinson, Cross Lake Islanders

Dennis Daniels Spirit Award - Kelvin Tatty, Kivalliq

Cindy Lavallee Memorial Award - Preston Monias, Norway House North Stars

George Boyd Memorial Award - Vaughn Bruyere, Sagkeeng Hawks

 

U13

Champions - Sagkeeng Hawks Black

1st Runner Up - Fisher River Hawks

2nd Runner Up - Kivalliq

Most Valuable Player - Owen Webb, Fisher River

Goalie - Vaughn Bruyere, Sagkeeng

Top Coach - Nate Nepinak, Sagkeeng

Top Scorer - Austyn Mckay, Fisher River

Best Defense - Owen Webb, Fisher River

Dennis Daniels Spirit Award - Noah Fontaine, Pineview

Cindy Lavallee Memorial Award - Hannah Siksik, Kivalliq

George Boyd Memorial Award - Titan Murdock-Kirkness, Fisher River

 

U15

Champions - Norway House North Stars

1st Runner Up - Peguis Hawks Red

2nd Runner Up - Sagkeeng Hawks

Most Valuable Player - Chace Flett-Braun, Norway House North Stars

Goalie - Charles Mowatt, Norway House North Stars

Top Coach - Wendel Chubb, Norway House North Stars

Top Scorer - Ron Murdock, Peguis Hawks Red

Best Defense - Chace Flett-Braun, Norway House North Stars

Dennis Daniels Spirit Award - Quinn Daniels, Peguis Hawks Red

Cindy Lavallee Memorial Award - Rick Fontaine, Sagkeeng Hawks

George Boyd Memorial Award - Phoebe Crain, OCN Storm

 

U18

Champions - Dauphin Clippers

1st Runner Up - Peguis Hawks White

2nd Runner Up - Sagkeeng PVS Wild

Most Valuable Player - Owen Chubka, Dauphin Clippers

Goalie - Owen Chubka, Dauphin Clippers

Top Coach - Darby Stevenson, Peguis Hawks

Top Scorer - Ian Bours, Dauphin Clippers

Best Defense - Cody Zurba, Dauphin Clippers

Dennis Daniels Spirit Award - Cash Clarkson, Dauphin Clippers

Cindy Lavallee Memorial Award - Kristin Murdock, Peguis Hawks White

George Boyd Memorial Award - Brody Muswagon, Cross Lake Islanders

 

U18 - FEMALE

Champions - Peguis Hawks

1st Runner Up - Cross Lake Islanders

2nd Runner Up - Norway House North Stars

Most Valuable Player - Seanna Price, Peguis Hawks

Goalie - Shanelle Thompson, Peguis Hawks

Top Coach - Dawn Bear, Peguis Hawks

Top Scorer - Brailyn Neepinak, Cross Lake Islanders

Best Defense - Jayden Favel, Peguis Hawks

Dennis Daniels Spirit Award - Denaina Ross, Cross Lake Islanders

Cindy Lavallee Memorial Award - Gail Mckay, Cross Lake Islanders

George Boyd Memorial Award - Seanna Price, Peguis Hawks

Registration and Rules

For the 35th Annual MICEC Indigenous Minor Hockey Tournament, we are powering our tournament using EventConnect, the leading tournament management system.

One of the many valuable features we like that distinguishes this platform from a housing provider, is the ease of access to the best hotel options for travelling teams. Our tournament hotels ensure all participants are receiving the best group rates, amenities, cancelation protections and customer service.

In the spirit of creating amazing experiences, we ask that all hotel activity is done through our network. In the coming weeks, you will be able to book your rooms rooms through our partner. Please check to book your room.

  • *NEW* Registration fee is $900 for U7 and U9; and $1,000 for U11, U13, U15 and U18.
  • *NEW* Registration and payment deadline is February 10, 2025
  • Please read the Official Tournament Rules & Regulations (*Link coming soon!) and the Registration and FAQ sections below for more information

Registration:

Event Connect Registration Site

Divisions:

U7 | U9 | U11 | U13 | U15 | U18
*Female divisions will be formed based on number of registered teams

Contact:

Call: 204-942-0228 | Email: hockey@micec.com | Fax: 204-947-6564
In Person or by Mail:
Manitoba Indigenous Cultural Education Centre Inc.
119 Sutherland Ave
Winnipeg, Manitoba R2W 3C9

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Click on the link below for a copy of the official tournament Rules & Regulations. You can also request a copy by email, fax or in person.

MICEC 35th Annual Minor Hockey Tournament Rules & Regulations *Link coming soon!*

Q: How do I register my team?
A: Visit the Event Connect Registration Site. If you are having difficulty, please contact us.

Q: How much is the registration fee and when is it due?
A: The registration fee is $900 for U7 and U9; and $1000 for U11, U13, U15 and U18; and is due by February 10, 2025.

Q: When are the final rosters due?
A: Teams must submit their official Hockey Manitoba roster by February 10, 2025.

Q: Which teams are eligible to enter the tournament?
A: All teams must be registered with Hockey Manitoba, or their respective provincial hockey associations, for the 2024-2025 season.

Q: Can we split up our roster to form two teams?
A: Yes, rosters may be split to form two separate teams.

Q: Do the teams have to be from First Nation communities?
A: Not necessarily, but Indigenous players must form at least 80% of the team. Players must have a birth certificate, treaty or Metis card, medical card and any other necessary documents showing proof of age and ancestry during the entire tournament.

Q: What about non-Indigenous players?
A: Non-Indigenous players are allowed to play if their names are on the official Hockey Manitoba roster for the 2024-2025 year and they have been playing with the team for the entire season.

Q: My child isn't registered, can he still play?
A: All players must be registered with Hockey Manitoba for the 2024-2025 season. Contact Hockey Manitoba for more information on the registration process.

Q: My daughter's team is registered in the tournament, and another team wants her to play for them. Can she play for both teams?
A: No, players are only permitted to play for one team.

Q: We would like to pickup a player for our U9 team but he is registered as a U11. Can he play on our team?
A: No, players must play within the division in which they are registered.

Q: How many import players are we allowed?
A: All teams are allowed to import up to three players. All imports must be of Indigenous ancestry and must be registered players.

Q: Does an import player need a release form from their regular season team?
A: No. Unless their regular season team is also registered in the MICEC tournament, then they would need be to released by their coach to play on a different team.

Q: What is the deadline for adding players to our roster?
A: Teams must submit the names of their import players to us by February 10, 2025.

Q: How do you verify eligibility during the tournament?
A: All players must check-in with us prior to playing their first game. All U18 and U15 must have ID to prove their eligibility. Their name will be verified on our tournament roster and they will be issued an official tournament wristband. These wristbands must be worn for the entire tournament. Prior to the start of each game, an official will verify that each player is wearing his or her wristband. Players must be wearing an official tournament wristband in order to participate in the tournament, no exceptions.

If there are any issues or concerns, we ask that they be brought to the attention of the Tournament Committee at the earliest opportunity. We will do our best to resolve any issues or complaints but please be aware that all decisions made by the Tournament Committee are binding and final.

Schedules and Events

2025 Draws

  • U7 Division TBA
  • U9 Division TBA
  • U11 Division TBA
  • U13 Division TBA
  • U15 Division TBA
  • U18 Division TBA
  • Female Divisions (dependent on entries) TBA
  • Master Schedule TBA

Special Activities & Events

  • Saturday March 29, 2025

    TBA

  • Sunday March 30, 2025

    TBA

Accommodations

For the 35th Annual MICEC Indigenous Minor Hockey Tournament, we are powering our tournament using EventConnect, the leading tournament management system.

One of the many valuable features we like that distinguishes this platform from a housing provider, is the ease of access to the best hotel options for travelling teams. Our tournament hotels ensure all participants are receiving the best group rates, amenities, cancelation protections and customer service.

In the spirit of creating amazing experiences, we ask that all hotel activity is done through our network. You can find great value on your rooms here: Click here to book hotels. The EventConnect support team is available to you, if the need arises, through online chat, email (teamsupport@eventconnect.io) and phone (1-888-723-2064). Enjoy your tournament!

If you are interested in becoming one of our guest hotels for 2025, please contact us!

Venue and Local Area

3969 Portage Avenue, Winnipeg, MB

Advertising and Sponsorship

There are many ways to support the MICEC 35th Annual Indigenous Minor Hockey Tournament! You can:

  • Advertise in our program!
  • Become an Official Sponsor!
  • Donate to our Silent Auction!
  • Volunteer!

Contact us today!

Sponsorship Opportunities - Coming Soon

Program Advertising Rates - Coming Soon

Volunteer Opportunities

Interested in becoming a volunteer for the Hockey Tournament?

Contact hockey@micec.com today!

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