Native Hockey Classic
All First Nations across Alberta are invited

Native
Hockey
Classic.

Four days of hockey, community pride, sportsmanship and connections between our Nations.

📅 May 6–9, 2027📍 Enoch Cree Nation, Alberta
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Native Hockey Classic tournament poster showing hockey players, event dates and entry information
More than a game

Bringing our Nations together.

The Native Hockey Classic welcomes teams and families from First Nations across Alberta. We’re creating space for young athletes to compete, represent their communities and build lasting memories.

🏒 Youth hockey

Competition, teamwork and sportsmanship for young players.

🤝 Community connection

Bringing Nations, families, coaches and supporters together.

📍 Supporting First Nation business

Hosted in Enoch Cree Nation, including River Cree facilities.

Who can play

Tournament divisions

Divisions for young hockey players, with female divisions also planned.

U7 & U9

Young player divisions

U11 · U13 · U15 · U18

Youth divisions

Female divisions

Age categories to be confirmed

Division rules, eligibility and female age categories will be shared as tournament planning is finalized.
Entry details

Registration fees

Plan your community’s participation using the fees below.

U7 & U9
$800

Per team

U11 to U18
$1,200

Per team

Community fee
$750

Per participating Nation

Mark your calendar

Important deadlines

Jan 15, 2027

Community fee

Deadline for participating Nations.

Feb 15, 2027

Team registration

Deadline to register teams.

Mar 15, 2027

Rosters & entry fees

Submit team rosters and entry fees.

May 6–9, 2027 · Enoch Cree Nation

Represent your Nation. Join the Classic.

We invite Chiefs and Councils, recreation departments, hockey associations, coaches and families across Alberta to share this event and start planning their teams. Registration instructions and a contact point will be posted once confirmed.

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Online registration and payment are not yet available on this website.
Good to know

Frequently asked questions

When and where is the tournament?

May 6–9, 2027, in Enoch Cree Nation, Alberta, including River Cree facilities. Additional arena details will be announced.

Are there female divisions?

Yes, female divisions are planned. Specific age categories are still to be confirmed.

How do teams register?

Team registration closes February 15, 2027. The committee will share registration instructions and a contact person when finalized.

When are rosters and fees due?

Community fees are due January 15, 2027. Team rosters and entry fees are due March 15, 2027.

Are the tournament rules and game schedules available?

Not yet. Division rules, eligibility, game schedules and further tournament information will be published as they are confirmed.