Brantford Minor Hockey is very pleased to offer the Toronto Maple Leafs First Shift program for our eighth consecutive season. Registration is now open at
www.firstshift.ca
First Shift is open to boys and girls ages 6-10*, who have not previously registered for hockey. (*To be eligible to participate, children must be born between January 1, 2015 and May 1, 2020.)
First Shift is designed to ensure a positive experience for new-to-hockey families. We want to take away any intimidation as it relates to equipment requirements, and/or rules of the game, remove potential safety concerns, and most importantly, provide an experience that is memorable and fun. Players are divided into small groups and rotate to various skills stations, ensuring varying skill development with a positive ratio of instructors to skaters.
Participant registration fee is $299 and includes:
- Bauer equipment (head-to-toe) that is yours to keep
- Welcome event with expert fit session and equipment distribution
- 6 on-ice sessions (1 hour on a consistent day and time)
- Focus on fun and learn to play
BMHA has been awarded one group of 45 skaters for the Fall program and one group of 30 skaters for the Winter program. This has been a very popular initiative, and spots will go quickly. Register early to avoid disappointment.
Fall Program
45 skaters
Welcome Event / Equipment Fitting - September 16, 2025
On-ice sessions are hosted on Saturdays at Wayne Gretzky Sports Centre, beginning as early as September 27, 2025.
Sessions are typically held late morning, early afternoon. Exact times yet to be confirmed.
Click here to register
Winter Program
30 skaters
Welcome Event / Equipment Fitting - February 6, 2026
Additional session details are being planned.
Full program details and FAQs are available at www.firstshift.ca
If you have questions, please contact First Shift Co-ordinator Rob Symons via email at [email protected]
Important Registration Information
Registration for the 2025–2026 First Shift season opens on June 2nd at 12:00 PM ET (noon).
To register, you must have an HCR account — we recommend creating one in advance.
[Create Your HCR Account Here]
If you already have an HCR account, no further action is required.
Please note:
A) Participants may only be registered for one program. Please ensure you select the correct program during registration.
B) Children who have previously participated in the First Shift program or have been registered with a Local Hockey Association are not eligible. For questions, contact: [email protected].
C) No transfers will be permitted between June 2 and June 8.