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Competition #25014A North Vancouver Recreation & Culture (NVRC) is dedicated to building healthy individuals, families and communities. NVRC offers a wide range of recreation and cultural programs and services to residents of all ages and abilities. We are looking for positive, enthusiastic and friendly people to deliver memorable experiences to our customers. WHY WORK FOR…

What started off as a challenging season for the NVMHA U11 A3 Storm team ended in storybook fashion. After months of hard work and dedication from the players, parents, and coaches, the team managed to finish first in the league, as well as win the championships during playoffs. So how exactly did the team pull…

Attention all graduating U18 players! It’s time to commemorate your journey with the exclusive NVMHA Alumni Jersey. This limited-edition jersey features a crest with your graduation year, in addition to being personalized with your name and number -a lasting memento of your time with North Vancouver Minor Hockey. Ready to order? Details will be sent…

There are few hockey players with as much experience and knowledge as Jared Eng. And after a remarkable playing career that spanned across the BCHL, Div 1 NCAA, and professional hockey, he’s sharing everything he’s learnt with the next generation of NVMHA players. Jared’s Playing Career Born and raised in Victoria, Jared moved to North…

Jim Neal started coaching hockey 20 years ago, when his second son began playing the sport. And even though his two boys are long gone from the North Vancouver Minor Hockey Association (NVMHA), close friendship with his fellow coaches has kept him coming back every year. The association had the chance to talk with Jim,…

The North Vancouver Minor Hockey Association (NVMHA) is thrilled to share that James Wall has been named General Manager for the Vancouver North West Hawks of the British Columbia Elite Hockey League (BCEHL). Originally established in 2004-05 as the British Columbia Major Midget League, the BCEHL is the premier AAA hockey league in the province.…

The North Vancouver Minor Hockey Association (NVMHA) is thrilled to introduce our new, cutting-edge High Performance Program that will be tailored specifically for U15 Rep players for the upcoming 2024-25 season. This program is designed to elevate your game and take you skills to new heights, both on and off the ice. Here’s everything that…

Introduction It’s no exaggeration to say that for Steve Kirkby, hockey has been a cornerstone throughout his life. “A great majority of the people I’ve met in my life, both professional and personal, have both come through that platform of hockey,” he tells NVMHA in an interview. He was born near Toronto in Woodstock, Ontario…

Coach’s Corner: Teaching Total Hockey with Daniel Szpakowski, U15 A1 Coach As players grow older, the difference in skill level gets smaller and smaller. That’s why Daniel Szpakowski had made it a priority to coach his team to be total hockey players – to differentiate themselves through their decision making, their hockey IQ, and their…

Becoming a referee is a rite of passage for many North Vancouver Minor hockey players. For some, it serves as a first job. For others, it’s a way to gain a fresh look at the game of hockey and even give back to your community. But when the latest group of NVMHA players completed their…

Writing a Storybook Ending with U11 A3 and Jeff Maihara

Show your pride with the 2025 NVMHA Alumni Jersey

Playing NCAA and giving back to the North Shore with U11 A2 Coach Jared Eng

Coach’s Corner: A 20-year coaching career with U18 coach Jim Neal

Coach’s Corner: Building resiliency and connections with Steve Kirkby, U15 C1 Coach

Coach’s Corner: Teaching Total Hockey with Daniel Szpakowski, U15 A1 Coach

A special moment for two generations of NVMHA referees