Rally Behind Trout Creek: A Chance to Save a Community’s Heart

Nestled in the heart of Northern Ontario, Trout Creek is a quaint town located just 30 minutes south of North Bay and 45 minutes north of Huntsville. Blink while driving along Highway 11, and you might miss it—but those who call Trout Creek home know it’s more than just a dot on the map. At the core of this close-knit community stands the Trout Creek Community Centre, a cherished gathering place that embodies the spirit and passion of small-town life.

For generations, the Trout Creek Community Centre has been more than just an arena—it’s been the heart of the town. From the Trout Creek Men’s League, which sees seven teams face off every Friday and Sunday, to the Old-Timers hockey games every Tuesday and Friday, this arena has been the backdrop of countless memories. It’s also home to the annual Trout Creek Family Hockey Carnival, where families unite to compete on the ice and celebrate the game they love.

Now, this beloved landmark faces an uncertain future. After engineers inspected the arena just before Christmas 2024, they uncovered a critical issue: the support beam structures are failing. Without a permanent fix, the arena faces the possibility of closure during heavy snowfall, as the temporary beams currently in place may not provide a long-term solution.

Enter Kraft Hockeyville

For those unfamiliar, Kraft Hockeyville is an annual competition that grants one deserving community $250,000 in arena upgrades and the once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to host an NHL® pre-season game. This year, Trout Creek has been nominated, thanks to the efforts of local resident Travis Tennant. Now, the community has an opportunity to rally behind this nomination to secure a brighter future for its beloved arena.

How You Can Help

Winning Kraft Hockeyville isn’t just about a nomination—it requires community support and active participation. Here’s how you can help Trout Creek climb to the top:

Visit the Rally Page Head to the official Trout Creek Community Centre Rally Page using this link or QR code:

https://hockeyville.kraftheinz.com/community/troutcreekcommunitycentre/?locale=en

Make sure to register and sign in before interacting with the page. Every point counts!

Engage with the Rally Points System

Earn points for Trout Creek by participating in the following ways:

Submit a Written or Video Story: 10 points (Limit 1 per person)

Add Photos of the Arena: 3 points (Limit 5 per person)

Add an Encouraging Note: 1 point (Limit 1 per person)

React with Emojis to Stories and Photos: 1 point (Limit 15 per person)

By maximizing your interactions, you can contribute up to 41 points per person to Trout Creek’s campaign.

Why It Matters

For four generations, the Trout Creek Community Centre has been a second home to families, friends, and hockey enthusiasts. It’s where memories are made, friendships are forged, and a shared love for hockey brings everyone together. Losing this arena would be a devastating blow to the community.

This is more than just a competition—it’s a chance to preserve the lifeblood of a small town and give future generations the same opportunities to create lasting memories. By supporting Trout Creek’s Kraft Hockeyville nomination, you’re not just helping to save an arena; you’re helping to save a piece of what makes Trout Creek special.

Let’s Rally Together

The people of Trout Creek have always been proud of their small-town roots, but now they need your help to keep their community’s heart beating strong. Let’s rally together, spread the word, and show the power of unity.

Visit the rally page today, contribute your points, and help Trout Creek secure the victory it deserves. Together, we can keep the magic of the Trout Creek Community Centre alive.

GO TROUT CREEK!