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Congratulations! Canada Names North Saanich Kraft Hockeyville 2015

Darpan News Desk The Canadian Press, 04 Apr, 2015 11:35 PM

NORTH SAANICH , B.C. — A municipality on Vancouver Island has won this year's Kraft Hockeyville title.

North Saanich came in first place in the annual countrywide competition to see which community has the most passion and commitment to hockey.

The winner is chosen by popular vote from a selection of pre-approved finalists.

As part of the prize, North Saanich will host a pre-season NHL hockey game this fall between the Vancouver Canucks and the San Jose Sharks.

The municipality's recreation centre will also receive $100,000 in arena upgrades as part of the victory package.

The annual competition began in 2006. Last year's winner was the town of Sylvan Lake in Alberta.

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