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Organisers Lock In Partnerships That Ensure Western Regionals Will Be An Event Not To Be Missed!
2015-04-13
Host league partner with Brandon First, official Tournament Headquarters is confirmed and world-class venue Keystone Centre awaits!
Vancouver, BC, April 13, 2015– July 23-26th will see Brandon, MB play host to ball hockey players from British Columbia, Alberta, Saskatchewan and of course the home province, as they all compete to take home the trophy at this year’s Western Canadian Regional Championships.
An early working partnership with Brandon First – a not-for-profit organization that helps secure and deliver events for the city of Brandon – has helped cement solid foundational plans that will ensure the success of Western Regionals. Brandon First will continue to work with event organizers from Host league, the Wheat City Ball Hockey League, in the lead up to Western Regionals with the hope to secure sponsorship funding from local businesses.
“Brandon First is honored to partner with the local organizing committee to welcome the Western Regional Championships to our city,” says Executive Director of Brandon First, Jackie Keyes. “Groups like the WCBHL are instrumental in driving economic activity in our community through this type of event. We will provide as much support and as many resources as we can to ensure the success of these championships with desire to create a solid foundation to attract many more events in the future. Not only does the entire community benefit from the hundreds of visitors that Brandon will see during these four days, but building the awareness and profile of this fast growing sport is a lasting legacy that will have an impact for years to come in Brandon.”.
In news that positions Western Regionals as an event not to be missed, Brandon’s CanadInn has also been confirmed as the location for Western Regionals Headquarters. Convenience being a huge draw card at competitions of this size, the CanadInn facility is adjoining to competition venue, the Keystone Centre, making both sport competition and the business side of ball hockey seamlessly integrated. Keystone Centre is Brandon’s major convention and exhibition centre and is centrally located in Brandon’s thriving commercial district.
“The problem you often have with these events is that everyone is always running around trying to be in multiple places at once. Securing Brandon’s CanadInn as the event HQ is a huge win for everyone attending. It takes the pressure off officials, administrators, support crew and those with ball hockey business to attend to, and makes it possible for everyone to just come and enjoy Regionals at Keystone Centre without the hassle of travelling between multiple venues.” says CBHA Administrator Matt Holbrook.
Naming rights to the jewel event in the Western Regionals fundraising crown – the “Steak & Spud Night” – are still up for grabs! Steak & Spud Night will be a team and sponsor event held prior to Regionals to say thank you to all those who have contributed through the event planning process. On a similar theme, there are also whispers that a DJ and family entertainment zone will be taking up residence during Western Regionals, but more on that in another post! Stay tuned…
If you would like more information about the CBHA’s Western Canadian Regional Championships or wish to discuss sponsorship opportunities at the event, please contact Holly at Communications@canadaballhockey.ca.
The Canadian Ball Hockey Association
Founded in 1977 to formalize the organization of the growing sport of ball hockey, the Canadian Ball Hockey Association (CBHA) is a registered non-profit organization. It is officially recognized as the governing body of the sport in Canada by Hockey Canada, and the International Street & Ball Hockey Federation.
Brandon First
Brandon First is a nonprofit destination marketing organization that consists of a 12 member board, an Executive Director, and over 55+ stakeholders. We are committed to working as cohesive group to promote Brandon as a host city for events.
Canad Inns
Canad Inns is Manitoba’s largest hotel chain with seven Destination Centres in Winnipeg, one in Portage la Prairie, one in Brandon and one in Grand Forks, North Dakota. Offering the convenience of full service hotels and the unique features of an entertainment destination, Canad Inns is also pleased to offer a SMOKE-FREE environment within all of our venues, including our guest rooms
Keystone Centre
Today the Keystone Centre sits on approximately 90 acres in Brandon’s busiest commercial district and offers 540,000 square feet of multi-use all under one roof. As a significant contributor to the quality of life in Westman, the Keystone Centre plays an important role in the area of social and economic impact. Boasting over 1,500 event days annually, the Keystone Centre hosts a diverse array of activities providing a large component of the social, recreational, cultural and agricultural fabric of the area, and is one of Brandon’s largest economic catalysts.
Wheat City Ball Hockey League
The Wheat City Ball Hockey League has been Westman’s official ball hockey organization for over 20 years. We are officially recognized by the MBHA and CBHA and compete annually in the CBHA’s Western Canadian Regional Championships.
Manitoba Ball Hockey Association
The Manitoba Ball Hockey Association (MBHA) is the recognized Provincial Sport Organizations for ball hockey in Manitoba by the Manitoba Government and Canadian Ball Hockey Association.
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If you would like more information about the CBHA’s Western Canadian Regional Championships or wish to discuss sponsorship opportunities at the event, please contact Holly Stehr at 1.604.754.5671 or email at Communications@canadaballhockey.ca.
An early working partnership with Brandon First – a not-for-profit organization that helps secure and deliver events for the city of Brandon – has helped cement solid foundational plans that will ensure the success of Western Regionals. Brandon First will continue to work with event organizers from Host league, the Wheat City Ball Hockey League, in the lead up to Western Regionals with the hope to secure sponsorship funding from local businesses.
“Brandon First is honored to partner with the local organizing committee to welcome the Western Regional Championships to our city,” says Executive Director of Brandon First, Jackie Keyes. “Groups like the WCBHL are instrumental in driving economic activity in our community through this type of event. We will provide as much support and as many resources as we can to ensure the success of these championships with desire to create a solid foundation to attract many more events in the future. Not only does the entire community benefit from the hundreds of visitors that Brandon will see during these four days, but building the awareness and profile of this fast growing sport is a lasting legacy that will have an impact for years to come in Brandon.”.
In news that positions Western Regionals as an event not to be missed, Brandon’s CanadInn has also been confirmed as the location for Western Regionals Headquarters. Convenience being a huge draw card at competitions of this size, the CanadInn facility is adjoining to competition venue, the Keystone Centre, making both sport competition and the business side of ball hockey seamlessly integrated. Keystone Centre is Brandon’s major convention and exhibition centre and is centrally located in Brandon’s thriving commercial district.
“The problem you often have with these events is that everyone is always running around trying to be in multiple places at once. Securing Brandon’s CanadInn as the event HQ is a huge win for everyone attending. It takes the pressure off officials, administrators, support crew and those with ball hockey business to attend to, and makes it possible for everyone to just come and enjoy Regionals at Keystone Centre without the hassle of travelling between multiple venues.” says CBHA Administrator Matt Holbrook.
Naming rights to the jewel event in the Western Regionals fundraising crown – the “Steak & Spud Night” – are still up for grabs! Steak & Spud Night will be a team and sponsor event held prior to Regionals to say thank you to all those who have contributed through the event planning process. On a similar theme, there are also whispers that a DJ and family entertainment zone will be taking up residence during Western Regionals, but more on that in another post! Stay tuned…
If you would like more information about the CBHA’s Western Canadian Regional Championships or wish to discuss sponsorship opportunities at the event, please contact Holly at Communications@canadaballhockey.ca.
The Canadian Ball Hockey Association
Founded in 1977 to formalize the organization of the growing sport of ball hockey, the Canadian Ball Hockey Association (CBHA) is a registered non-profit organization. It is officially recognized as the governing body of the sport in Canada by Hockey Canada, and the International Street & Ball Hockey Federation.
Brandon First
Brandon First is a nonprofit destination marketing organization that consists of a 12 member board, an Executive Director, and over 55+ stakeholders. We are committed to working as cohesive group to promote Brandon as a host city for events.
Canad Inns
Canad Inns is Manitoba’s largest hotel chain with seven Destination Centres in Winnipeg, one in Portage la Prairie, one in Brandon and one in Grand Forks, North Dakota. Offering the convenience of full service hotels and the unique features of an entertainment destination, Canad Inns is also pleased to offer a SMOKE-FREE environment within all of our venues, including our guest rooms
Keystone Centre
Today the Keystone Centre sits on approximately 90 acres in Brandon’s busiest commercial district and offers 540,000 square feet of multi-use all under one roof. As a significant contributor to the quality of life in Westman, the Keystone Centre plays an important role in the area of social and economic impact. Boasting over 1,500 event days annually, the Keystone Centre hosts a diverse array of activities providing a large component of the social, recreational, cultural and agricultural fabric of the area, and is one of Brandon’s largest economic catalysts.
Wheat City Ball Hockey League
The Wheat City Ball Hockey League has been Westman’s official ball hockey organization for over 20 years. We are officially recognized by the MBHA and CBHA and compete annually in the CBHA’s Western Canadian Regional Championships.
Manitoba Ball Hockey Association
The Manitoba Ball Hockey Association (MBHA) is the recognized Provincial Sport Organizations for ball hockey in Manitoba by the Manitoba Government and Canadian Ball Hockey Association.
# # #
If you would like more information about the CBHA’s Western Canadian Regional Championships or wish to discuss sponsorship opportunities at the event, please contact Holly Stehr at 1.604.754.5671 or email at Communications@canadaballhockey.ca.