EDITOR'S NOTE: This article originally appeared on Milton Today Oct. 15.
Miltonians are encouraged to bring a little something extra to the rink this coming weekend.
In an effort to help all enjoy the game of hockey, the Milton Menace and Milton Winterhawks are teaming up with Their Opportunity for an Indigenous Hockey Equipment Drive.
Donations can be made at the Menace’s Friday, Oct. 18 (7:30 p.m. start) game against the Oakville Blades at Memorial Arena (77 Thompson Rd.), as well as at Milton Sports Centre (605 Santa Maria Blvd.) from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 19.
New or gently used Items being accepted include
- Helmets
- Skates
- Sticks
- Gloves
- Hockey pants
- Shoulder, shin and elbow pads
- Hockey bags
For health reasons, sweaters, socks, jocks and neck guards are not being taken.
More information on the campaign can be found on the Their Opportunity website.