It is with great enthusiasm that we introduce you to VOLT Hockey Canada, and the exciting donation opportunities that make an impact on the lives of disabled youth both locally and nationally. We are laying the foundation for national opportunities by growing the VOLT Hockey Canada league in Southwestern Ontario, and most recently, we have put down roots in London, Ontario with the establishment of the London VOLT Hockey Club.Variety Ontario established the first Canadian VOLT Hockey team at Variety Village in Scarborough in 2019. Now, the league has grown to include five clubs in Ontario and two in Alberta. Joining over 50 teams worldwide, VOLT Hockey is part of Variety Ontario’s mission to build a robust province-wide league with interprovincial championships and an annual national tournament through the VOLT Hockey League of Canada.

ABOUT VOLT HOCKEY

Volt hockey is an accessible form of hockey that is played in an adapted sport hockey chair which allows people with a variety of abilities to play and join in with the sport Canadians love so much. VOLT Hockey is an international movement played by over 50 teams in Denmark, Germany, Norway, Sweden and the United States. The league is widespread in Europe but in its infancy in Canada. It is a variation of floor hockey using specially designed chairs for youths with disabilities. The sport allows them to engage in a social team-based environment and is one of the few sports that kids with a disability can play with their able-bodied siblings, allowing youth with disabilities to engage in Canada’s national sport – hockey.

OUR GOAL

Variety Ontario is continuing to build up the London VOLT Hockey Club in an effort to break down barriers and bring affordable, accessible opportunities to children of all abilities across the province. The continued expansion of VOLT Hockey across Ontario means growing the league and developing teams that can compete at regional, provincial and national levels. Your support will allow children with disabilities to go from being a hockey fan to a VOLT Hockey athlete.

Where Your Dollars Go

$150 covers tournament fees for an entire VOLT Hockey team$600 covers out of town travel costs for one player competing in a tournament$1,000 covers jerseys for an entire VOLT Hockey team$2,500 covers one team’s facility costs for the year$2,500 sends one Canadian VOLT Hockey athlete to the 2024 World Cup in Sweden$4,000 provides one VOLT Hockey team with a coach for the year

Supporting VOLT Hockey through Variety - the Children’s Charity of Ontario is a profoundly impactful way to make a positive difference in the lives of those who face unique challenges from an early age.

Initiatives like VOLT Hockey enhance the well-being, education, and overall quality of life for these children. We work tirelessly to offer specialized resources, adaptive technologies, and therapeutic programs that empower children with disabilities to overcome obstacles and reach their full potential. Your support not only fosters a sense of community and inclusivity but also helps break down societal barriers, promoting a world that embraces diversity and values the inherent worth of every individual. By investing in the future of these children, you contribute to building a more compassionate and equitable society where everyone, regardless of ability, has the opportunity to thrive and lead fulfilling lives.

You hold the power to shed light on the stories of resilience and determination that define the lives of these incredible youth, and to help us turn hockey into an all abilities game. By supporting VOLT Hockey Canada through Variety - the Children’s Charity of Ontario, you are contributing to a cause that transcends charity –it is an investment in the future of our society, fostering inclusivity and compassion.