Sports and Employment Opportunities on Bell Island

Northpine Foundation has invested in the Town of Wabana and Bell Island Minor Hockey to make organized hockey more accessible to local children and create new employment pathways for older youth.

This initiative will provide registration subsidies, an equipment loan and recycling program, mentorship, wellness education, and support for travel and player development. Older youth will receive pre-employment training, paid seasonal roles, and opportunities to earn referee and linesperson certifications through positions such as game-day assistants, officials, equipment coordinators, and junior mentors.

The investment will support paid employment, practical credentials, and positive adult mentorship while helping more children participate in hockey, using sport as a pathway to confidence, leadership, workforce preparation, and stronger community belonging.