Legendary broadcaster Jim Hughson, known for his iconic play-by-play calls, has been inducted into the BC Sports Hall of Fame’s Class of 2025. With over four decades in sports broadcasting, Hughson’s voice has defined unforgettable moments in hockey, baseball, and Olympic history.
The Cloverdale Christmas Hamper Program, organized by the Storehouse Community Hub Society, is appealing for donations to support struggling families and seniors across Surrey, Langley, and White Rock this holiday season. With demand rising, the program aims to prepare 1,200 hampers filled with food, gift cards, and essentials. Businesses and residents can help by hosting donation boxes, contributing gift cards or funds, and donating items for a silent auction by Dec. 1. Donations of $20 or more are eligible for a tax receipt. The long-running initiative, active since 1991, continues to ensure no one in the community is left behind during the holidays.
Surrey Schools is seeking newborns aged two to four months to join the Roots of Empathy program starting this October. The initiative brings babies and their parents into elementary classrooms once a month to help students learn empathy, kindness, and emotional awareness through guided interactions. Backed by proven results in reducing bullying and improving social-emotional learning, the program has made a significant impact across Canada and internationally.
Hundreds gathered at the Cloverdale Legion Branch No. 6 on September 27 to witness a 56-ton Centurion tank crush cars during the finale of National Legion Week. The thrilling display celebrated veterans, military history, and community spirit, drawing large crowds for rides and exhibits from local museums. Youth cadets supported the event, while organizers promised an even bigger celebration in 2026, potentially featuring an Air Force flyby.
Surrey council has approved a $33.3 million contract with Ventana Construction Corporation to add a third ice sheet at the Cloverdale Sport & Ice Complex. Construction begins in October and is scheduled to finish by fall 2027, with a total project spending cap of $38.5 million. The expansion will add 334 spectator seats, a multi-purpose room, community space, and facilities for a junior hockey team, while also supporting summer dry-floor sports. City officials say the project will ease demand on existing ice time and provide long-term recreational benefits for Cloverdale and surrounding neighbourhoods.
Cloverdale’s new Sport and Ice Complex is officially open with two rinks buzzing with hockey and figure skating. A third sheet is already planned for 2027.
Seven PJHL teams are suing the league after the Cloverdale expansion team was barred from the 2025–26 season, citing unfair treatment. The league cites missing approvals and conflicts; a court ruling is pending.
Surrey United Soccer Club is raffling a trip to Mexico to raise $250K for a new training facility at Cloverdale Athletic Park. Tickets are $10, with the grand prize draw set for Oct. 25.
The Cloverdale Jr. Hockey Club’s inaugural PJHL season was cancelled after league disputes, leaving local players without teams. Athletes are urging the community and city officials to push for reinstatement.
Cloverdale’s new junior hockey team has had its season cancelled after being removed from the PJHL website. Coach Adam Rossignol says players and families are left in shock with no explanation from the league.
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