The Little Native Hockey League (NHL)

Proudly supporting the power of sport, promoting safe play in our communities.

Hydro One is proud to return as a sponsor of the 2025 Little Native Hockey League tournament. The 51st annual tournament will take place in Markham from March 9-13 and this year will be the biggest tournament to date. Hydro One remains committed to investing in communities in order to promote growth and safety where we live, work and play.

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Watch our 2023 Little NHL Highlights

Congratulations 2023 contest winners!

The Algonquin Jr. Tbirds from Pikwakanagan First Nation have been selected by random draw as the winners of our social media contest that took place in February. They have won new hockey sticks for their entire team! Winners were notified via social media on Tuesday, February 28, 2023.

We thank everyone who submitted fun and creative photos and followed us on Facebook and Instagram!

photo of hockey sticks from the 2023 Little NHL Social Media contest

photo of children at the 2019 Little NHL tournament

Community Investment

We're committed to giving back to our communities where we live, work, and play. Through our partnerships, we're grateful to have the opportunities to support safe play and safety training across Ontario.

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Indigenous Relations

We’re committed to developing and maintaining respectful and positive relationships with Indigenous communities across the province. Learn more about how we work with and support First Nations and Métis communities.

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Photo of Garden River Little Thunder hockey team

Congratulations to our contest winners!

The Garden River Little Thunder Tyke Team has been selected by random draw as the winner of our social media contest that took place in January and February. They have won new Bauer hockey sticks for their entire team — Congratulations!

“Within our community, everybody knows somebody that’s played in Little NHL — parents, grandparents, you name it. Everyone has their stories about when they scored a goal and they’re always such nice memories. For us, making the trip to Mississauga and receiving new hockey sticks for our team will be one of our best memories of the tournament.”

— TJ Boissoneau
Little NHL Team Coach

Coaches Spotlight

Coach Duffy Simon: Aamjiwnaang First Nation

Meet Duffy, a team coach participating in this year’s Little Native Hockey League tournament. He started his own embroidery business 13 years ago, which supports his local Aamjiwnaang First Nation community by providing employment and business opportunities. Watch to find out what Little NHL means to him.

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Coach Jim Maness: Aamjwinaang First Nation

Jim is from Aamjwinaang First Nation and has played hockey for more than 65 years. Today he instills his passion for the game in the Little NHL players that he coaches, including his grandchildren.