Hockey History: What were Cooperalls, and Why Were They Banned?
March 2, 2024
The Hockey Shop enjoys delving into the history of hockey gear— and examining what stood the test of time and what may have fell short....
Katie Lakusta
Black History Month - Rediscovering Canada's Forgotten Hockey History
February 24, 2024
February is Black History Month, which is a time for everyone to recognize and honour the many contributions, achievements, as well as struggles of the...
Changing the Game: A Quick Look at the PWHL and Women's Hockey
February 7, 2024
The landscape of women's hockey has been marked by various attempts to establish a sustainable professional league. The recent emergence of the Professional Women’s Hockey...
Ice and History: Exploring the Legacy of the Winter Classic
January 1, 2024
The NHL Winter Classic is an eagerly awaited annual tradition celebrating the sport’s heritage while embracing innovation and fan engagement. It stands at the intersection...
Pride Month - Hockey is for Everyone
June 22, 2023
At the Hockey Shop, we believe strongly that Hockey is for Everyone. This article hopes to educate on Pride Month and the Hockey is for...
Local Hero: Remembering Gino Odjick
January 20, 2023
On January 15, 2023, the hockey world mourned the loss of community leader and ex-Canuck Gino Odjick. Odjick was well-known both during the time he...
Remembrance Day - History of Hockey and Those Lost to War
November 11, 2022
On November 11, Canada joins many other countries among the Commonwealth and others to celebrate our veterans and reflect on the many soldiers and people...
Labour Day - 4 Labour Movements that Shook the World of Hockey
September 5, 2022
On September 5th, Canada and the USA celebrate Labour Day, where we take the time to celebrate the many achievements of workers fighting for a...
National Indigenous Peoples Day - A History of Canadian Indigenous Peoples and Hockey
June 21, 2022
On June 21, Canada celebrates National Indigenous Peoples Day—a day where we observe the summer solstice (a very important event in many aboriginal cultures) and...