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Central Saanich Fire Lt. Alex Levitt (left) and Oak Bay Fire Lt. Jason Joynson carry the flags of fallen Greater Victoria firefighters Forrest Owens and Ken Gill at a memorial service for B.C. firefighters at the legislature in Victoria on March 6, 2023. (Austin Westphal/News Staff)

Esquimalt to host memorial hockey game for two Greater Victoria firefighters

Event meant to bring awareness to mental health, cancer incidences affecting fire service members

Central Saanich Fire Lt. Alex Levitt (left) and Oak Bay Fire Lt. Jason Joynson carry the flags of fallen Greater Victoria firefighters Forrest Owens and Ken Gill at a memorial service for B.C. firefighters at the legislature in Victoria on March 6, 2023. (Austin Westphal/News Staff)
Colin Birkas, Nanaimo Clippers’ head coach and GM, has been temporarily suspended after a complaint under Hockey Canada’s discipline and complaints policy, said the BCHL club. (News Bulletin file photo)

Nanaimo Clippers coach suspended as hockey team nears playoffs

Allegations not made public, but Colin Birkas denies and BCHL team is co-operating, says statement

Colin Birkas, Nanaimo Clippers’ head coach and GM, has been temporarily suspended after a complaint under Hockey Canada’s discipline and complaints policy, said the BCHL club. (News Bulletin file photo)
The Lightning are the defending champs of the Fuller Lake Men’s Memorial Hockey Tournament. (Photo submitted)

Hockey teams gather in support of men’s mental health

Memorial tournament brings issues to light and stresses togetherness of competition

The Lightning are the defending champs of the Fuller Lake Men’s Memorial Hockey Tournament. (Photo submitted)
Vernon’s Larry Kwong is given his 2011 Okanagan Sports Hall of Fame induction plaque by Vernon student Gavin Donald. A push to have Kwong inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame continues. (Morning Star - file photo)

75 years ago today: B.C. player makes hockey history

Larry Kwong became first person of Asian descent to play in NHL when he suited up for the NY Rangers

Vernon’s Larry Kwong is given his 2011 Okanagan Sports Hall of Fame induction plaque by Vernon student Gavin Donald. A push to have Kwong inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame continues. (Morning Star - file photo)
Vancouver Canucks’ Phillip Di Giuseppe (left) celebrates with teammate Brock Boeser after scoring a goal against the Philadelphia Flyers during third period NHL hockey action in Vancouver, B.C., Saturday, February 18, 2023. Di Giuseppe has agreed to a two-year, two-way contract extension with the Vancouver Canucks, the team announced Sunday. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Rich Lam

Canucks, Di Giuseppe agree on 2-year, 2-way contract extension

29-year-old winger has 2 goals and 2 assists in 13 games with Vancouver

Vancouver Canucks’ Phillip Di Giuseppe (left) celebrates with teammate Brock Boeser after scoring a goal against the Philadelphia Flyers during third period NHL hockey action in Vancouver, B.C., Saturday, February 18, 2023. Di Giuseppe has agreed to a two-year, two-way contract extension with the Vancouver Canucks, the team announced Sunday. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Rich Lam
Planet Ice in Maple Ridge is the only B.C. arena to be a finalist in this year’s Kraft Hockeyville contest. (The News file)

B.C. arena named finalist in Kraft Hockeyville contest

Planet Ice is one of the four finalists competing for the $250,000 grand prize

Planet Ice in Maple Ridge is the only B.C. arena to be a finalist in this year’s Kraft Hockeyville contest. (The News file)
Comparing medals, Don Bodger, left, with the first-ever Canada Winter Games gold medal for Team B.C. in hockey from 1979 and Steen Cooper of Duncan followed suit in 2011. (Photo by Marlaina Cooper)

Facebook post rekindles Canada Winter Games memories

It’s been 44 years since my gold medal in hockey with Team B,.C.

Comparing medals, Don Bodger, left, with the first-ever Canada Winter Games gold medal for Team B.C. in hockey from 1979 and Steen Cooper of Duncan followed suit in 2011. (Photo by Marlaina Cooper)
Los Angeles Kings goaltender Jonathan Quick (32) reacts after New York Rangers’ Vincent Trocheck scored his second goal of an NHL hockey game, during the second period, Sunday, Feb. 26, 2023, in New York. (AP Photo/Frank Franklin II)

Deals done long before NHL trade deadline set stage for more

Busy NHL GMs create a rush of pre-deadline movement, say there’s more to come

Los Angeles Kings goaltender Jonathan Quick (32) reacts after New York Rangers’ Vincent Trocheck scored his second goal of an NHL hockey game, during the second period, Sunday, Feb. 26, 2023, in New York. (AP Photo/Frank Franklin II)
FILE - Chicago Blackhawks’ Patrick Kane smiles during an NHL hockey game on Jan. 19, 2023, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/Matt Slocum, File)

Patrick Kane trade imminent, Blackhawks poised to deal franchise icon to Rangers

Multiple sources saying cup-winner being moved for draft picks

FILE - Chicago Blackhawks’ Patrick Kane smiles during an NHL hockey game on Jan. 19, 2023, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/Matt Slocum, File)
Duncan Keith, a three-time Stanley Cup champion, was named Tuesday, Feb. 28, to the B.C. Hockey Hall of Fame’s Class of 2023. The announcement was made at the South Okanagan Events Centre in Penticton, the home of the hall of fame. (Logan Lockhart- Western News)

Duncan Keith, Brent Seabrook headline B.C. Hockey Hall of Fame Class of 2023

The 2007 Vancouver Giants will join the former Chicago Blackhawks duo for induction this summer

Duncan Keith, a three-time Stanley Cup champion, was named Tuesday, Feb. 28, to the B.C. Hockey Hall of Fame’s Class of 2023. The announcement was made at the South Okanagan Events Centre in Penticton, the home of the hall of fame. (Logan Lockhart- Western News)
FILE - Chicago Blackhawks center Sam Lafferty prepares to make a pass during an NHL hockey game against the Dallas Stars, Wednesday, Feb. 22, 2023, in Dallas. The Toronto Maple Leafs acquired forward Sam Lafferty and defenseman Jake McCabe from Chicago, Monday, Feb. 27, 2023, their latest big trade that comes in the aftermath of division-rival Tampa Bay making another pre-deadline splash.(AP Photo/Tony Gutierrez, File)

Maple Leafs answer Lightning by making trade with Blackhawks

Toronto’s expected first-round clash with Tampa turning into an arms race

FILE - Chicago Blackhawks center Sam Lafferty prepares to make a pass during an NHL hockey game against the Dallas Stars, Wednesday, Feb. 22, 2023, in Dallas. The Toronto Maple Leafs acquired forward Sam Lafferty and defenseman Jake McCabe from Chicago, Monday, Feb. 27, 2023, their latest big trade that comes in the aftermath of division-rival Tampa Bay making another pre-deadline splash.(AP Photo/Tony Gutierrez, File)
Arizona Coyotes defenseman Jakob Chychrun (6) plays against the Chicago Blackhawks during an NHL hockey game, Feb. 10, 2023, in Chicago. A handful of big moves have already been made well ahead of the NHL trade deadline. Still plenty more are expected before Friday afternoon at 3 p.m. Eastern time. Chychrun is likely to be traded with bidders lining up. (AP Photo/David Banks)

Beyond Kane, much uncertainty ahead of NHL trade deadline

As arms race escalates early in the east, hockey trade fans wonder what other shoes left to drop

Arizona Coyotes defenseman Jakob Chychrun (6) plays against the Chicago Blackhawks during an NHL hockey game, Feb. 10, 2023, in Chicago. A handful of big moves have already been made well ahead of the NHL trade deadline. Still plenty more are expected before Friday afternoon at 3 p.m. Eastern time. Chychrun is likely to be traded with bidders lining up. (AP Photo/David Banks)
Co-owner Kira Frenette is gearing up to open the first Play It Again Sports Location on Vancouver Island. The Colwood store will open Feb. 27 to purchase used sports gear from the community, and expects to open fully for sales and purchases by the beginning of April. (Justin Samanski-Langille/News Staff)

West Shore couple opening used sporting goods store in Colwood

Play It Again Sports will let customers buy and sell used sports gear

Co-owner Kira Frenette is gearing up to open the first Play It Again Sports Location on Vancouver Island. The Colwood store will open Feb. 27 to purchase used sports gear from the community, and expects to open fully for sales and purchases by the beginning of April. (Justin Samanski-Langille/News Staff)
The Supreme Court of Canada is shrouded in fog in Ottawa, on Friday, Nov 4, 2022. Canada’s highest court has refused to hear an appeal from Glacier Media related to a ruling made during the sexual assault trial of former NHL Vancouver Canucks forward Jake Virtanen. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Sean Kilpatrick

High Court won’t hear appeal from media outlet in Jake Virtanen sex assault case

Glacier Media appealed trial judge approval of a defence application for details of media interview

The Supreme Court of Canada is shrouded in fog in Ottawa, on Friday, Nov 4, 2022. Canada’s highest court has refused to hear an appeal from Glacier Media related to a ruling made during the sexual assault trial of former NHL Vancouver Canucks forward Jake Virtanen. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Sean Kilpatrick
Burnaby Bulldogs celebrate their championship in the Cowichan Valley Minor Hockey Association Memorial Under 18 Tournament at Fuller Lake Arena Monday. (Photo by Don Bodger)

Winners all-around during a memorable hockey tournament

Burnaby captures the big prize in a shootout; many grateful individuals receive recognition

Burnaby Bulldogs celebrate their championship in the Cowichan Valley Minor Hockey Association Memorial Under 18 Tournament at Fuller Lake Arena Monday. (Photo by Don Bodger)
Ethan Hawes (Gus Galloway photography)

Australian player relishing his time with Oceanside Generals

Ethan Hawes wants to bring home VIJHL title

Ethan Hawes (Gus Galloway photography)
FILE - Labor Secretary Marty Walsh speaks during a briefing at the White House in Washington, May 16, 2022. Walsh is among those on the shortlist to succeed White House chief of staff Ron Klain, who is preparing to leave his job in the coming weeks, according to a person familiar with Klain’s plans.(AP Photo/Susan Walsh, File)

NHLPA names US Labor Secretary Marty Walsh executive director

Walsh to take over from Donald Fehr who has led the pro hockey players’ union for more than a decade

FILE - Labor Secretary Marty Walsh speaks during a briefing at the White House in Washington, May 16, 2022. Walsh is among those on the shortlist to succeed White House chief of staff Ron Klain, who is preparing to leave his job in the coming weeks, according to a person familiar with Klain’s plans.(AP Photo/Susan Walsh, File)
Boston Bruins’ Nick Foligno (17) celebrates after his goal with Taylor Hall (71) during the second period of an NHL hockey game against the Washington Capitals, Saturday, Feb. 11, 2023, in Boston. THE CANADIAN PRESS/AP-Michael Dwyer

‘Amazing’: Dominant Boston Bruins on record-tying pace

Sidney Crosby has been on lots of good teams. He’s played against…

Boston Bruins’ Nick Foligno (17) celebrates after his goal with Taylor Hall (71) during the second period of an NHL hockey game against the Washington Capitals, Saturday, Feb. 11, 2023, in Boston. THE CANADIAN PRESS/AP-Michael Dwyer
A Hockey Canada logo is seen in Calgary, Alta., Sunday, Nov. 6, 2022. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Jeff McIntosh

Federal audit finds Hockey Canada did not use public funds for legal settlements

Audit launched after reports that Hockey Canada had settled a $3.55 million sexual assault lawsuit

A Hockey Canada logo is seen in Calgary, Alta., Sunday, Nov. 6, 2022. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Jeff McIntosh
Kadin Girdlestone, 17, of Crofton displays the hoodie that will be given out to all tournament players. Girdlestone is a member of the Cowichan Valley C1 team. (Photo by Don Bodger)

Hockey tournament promises a memorable Family Day weekend ahead

Tribute paid to seven honourees gone too soon, but never forgotten

Kadin Girdlestone, 17, of Crofton displays the hoodie that will be given out to all tournament players. Girdlestone is a member of the Cowichan Valley C1 team. (Photo by Don Bodger)