Minor Hockey Fights Cancer was created in 2010 by then twelve year-old Mark Mannarn. After losing his grandmother to pancreatic cancer in 2010 and seeing his mother diagnosed with breast cancer in the same year, Mark wanted to fight back. He launched Minor Hockey Fights Cancer to raise money and awareness to help find a cure for cancer.
To make a difference by raising awareness and money to fight cancer through Minor Hockey Fights Cancer and ultimately, to raise $1,000,000 to help find a cure for cancer.
Mark Mannarn will tell you that he “loves hockey and hates cancer”. He lost his grandmother in 2010 to pancreatic cancer and during that same year, his mother was also diagnosed with breast cancer. In 2010, at the age of 12, Mark created and launched Minor Hockey Fights Cancer ‘Feel Like a Pro Day’.

In the fall of 2010, Mark attended “We Day”, a global youth initiative that encourages young people to make a difference in the world. This event gave Mark the idea that he could make an impact.

Mark’s dream was to create a local hockey skill building event for young players, led by professional hockey players and alumni. Young hockey players would raise money to participate, with the top fundraisers invited to play in a real game with the pros.

Mark instigated the event by approaching his best friend’s father, Hockey Hall of Fame inductee and former Edmonton Oiler Paul Coffey, asking him to lend his name and talents to the event. Mr. Coffey readily agreed and in January 2011, Mark and his dad (Art Mannarn) contacted the Canadian Cancer Society, inviting them to be their charity of choice.

The first “Feel Like a Pro Day” took place in June 2011. The enthusiastic participation of 200 plus minor hockey players, combined with support from his corporate sponsors helped Mark raise $200,000 in its first year.
Mark Mannarn
Founder, Minor Hockey Fights Cancer
Two years later, Minor Hockey Fights Cancer has expanded though a three tiered strategy:

  1. Annual MHFC 'Feel Like a Pro Day'
    Due to the success of the event we've committed to run 'Feel Like a Pro Day' for the next three years
  2. Evening Adult Event
    MHFC presents Diamonds and Ice, a fashion show with a hockey flair. Stay tuned for more details
  3. Engaging Everyone
    Every contribution counts and we encourage everyone to raise awareness by purchasing MHFC wristbands and clicking "like" on our Facebook page

Mark's dream is that Minor Hockey Fights Cancer will raise $1,000,000 to help find a cure for cancer.
2013
Feel Like a Pro Day
On Saturday, June 15th, 2013, Minor Hockey Fights Cancer's third annual, 'Feel Like a Pro Day' will take place at Canlan Ice Sports York at York University (989 Murray Ross Parkway, North York, Ontario M3J 3M4) - Click here for Map.

Boys and girls between the ages of 4 and 16 in all levels of minor hockey can register by submitting our online registration form. The first 300 registered players to raise $250 in sponsorship get to participate in the event.

NHL and Olympic stars will host the day and run pro-like practices. Each participant will get a chance to experience hockey drills with the pros!

There will also be an all star game featuring the top 30 fundraisers that raise over $1000. These players will have the unique opportunity to play in a real game with the pros.
Sponsor MHFC's 'Feel Like a Pro Day'
Minor hockey players ages 4 to 16 have the opportunity to
'Feel Like a Pro' by participating in hockey drills with NHL Stars
Annual Sponsorship 3-year Sponsorship
(10% savings)
Sponsor the event
Platinum:
Gold:
Silver:
Bronze:
$25,000
$10,000
$5,000
$2,500
Platinum:
Gold:
Silver:
Bronze:
$67,000
$27,000
$13,500
$6,750
Sponsor an
Underprivileged
Child to attend
the event
20 Children:
10 Children:
5 Children:
Individual:
$25,000
$10,000
$5,000
$2,500
Platinum:
Gold:
Silver:
Bronze:
$25,000
$10,000
$5,000
$2,500
Registration Disclaimer
  • Curtis Joseph, Toronto Maple Leafs Alumnus
  • Richard Clune, Los Angeles Kings Alumnus

8:30 . 9:00

Registration Begins: After registration individual photos of participants will be taken with their Pro. It is very important that you are in your rink at your .Picture. time; otherwise we cannot guarantee a photo. Pictures can be picked up approximately 90 minutes after the drill session.

9:00 . 12:00

On-ice drills and activities: Participants will get on the ice with the pros and participate in drills and activities that will make them Feel Like a Pro!

Free Skate: We invite all participants and their guests get on the ice and enjoy a free skate. Please note that this Free Skate is not supervised and any minors should have a parent or guardian present at all times.

Silent Auction: Our silent auction will feature a variety of signed hockey memorabilia, gift certificates and more. Come check it out!

Off-ice Activities: We will have hockey games and activities featured outside the arena.

12:30 . 2:00

All Star Game: Watch the top fundraising participants play with the pros in an All Star Game and support these amazing fundraisers!

Past Events
2012 Feel Like A Pro Day

In June 2012, 150 minor hockey players joined NHL and Olympic stars including former Toronto Maple Leaf goalie Curtis Joseph and Olympic gold medal winner, Sami Jo Small for a day of hockey drills and games. Over $150,000 was raised for the Canadian Cancer Society.

The Pros

  • Curtis Joseph, Toronto Maple Leafs Alumnus
  • Mark Osborne, Toronto Maple Leafs Alumnus
  • Sami Jo Small, 3 time Olympian and 5 time World Champion
  • Wes Jarvis, Toronto Maple Leafs Alumnus
  • Michael Vernace, Tampa Bay Lightning Alumnus
  • Mike Angelidis, Tampa Bay Lightning Alumnus
  • Richard Clune, Los Angeles Kings Alumnus

2011 Feel Like A Pro Day

The first 'Feel Like a Pro Day' took place in June 2011. The enthusiastic participation of 240 plus minor hockey players, combined with support from his corporate sponsors helped Mark raise $200,000 in its first year.

The Pros

  • Paul Coffey, Edmonton Oilers Alumnus
  • Danny Gare, Edmonton Oilers Alumnus
  • Michael Vernace, Tampa Bay Lightning Alumnus
  • Richard Clune, Los Angeles Kings Alumnus
  • Tim Brent, Toronto Maple Leafs
  • Dwayne Roloson, Tampa Bay Lightning
  • Mike Krushelnyski, Detroit Red Wings Alumnus
  • Lou Franceschetti, Washington Capitals Alumnus

Diamonds and Ice

Stay tuned for more details
Sponsor and attend MHFC presents, Diamonds and Ice fashion show
Fashion models and hockey greats will hit the runway for a night of fashion and fundraising
Attend the event Sponsor the event
Purchase a Ticket

General admission:

$150 ($125 each with
purchase of 10 tickets)

3rd row: $175
2nd row: $200
1st row: $500*

General admission includes:
appetizers and open bar until
midnight. Fashion show
tickets include same
*only available through
purchase of booth
 Purchase a Booth
(accommodates 10 people)

$7,500


Includes: Bronze sponsorship
($2,500 value), 10 front row
fashion show tickets
($5,500 value), bottle service
and appetizers		 Platinum:
$25,000
Gold:
$10,000
Silver:
$5,000
Bronze:
$2,500		 In-Kind Donations:
We are looking for
donations for our
silent auction
Receive advertisement opportunities
at the event and in promotional materials
Raise Awareness
Wristbands

MHFC Wristbands can be purchased for $5.00 each and are great for:

  • -Your hockey team
  • -Corporate events
  • -Children's parties
Facebook

Help us raise awareness by clicking "Like" on the Minor Hockey Fights Cancer facebook page

And, stay up to date with information on MHFC events and activities at:
www.facebook.com/MinorHockeyFightsCancer
If you would like to volunteer at this year's event please contact us at minorhockeyfightscancer98@gmail.com
MHFC is extraordinarily proud to be affiliated with the Canadian Cancer Society. All proceeds raised from 'Feel Like a Pro Day' will be donated to their continual efforts in the fight against cancer.

The Canadian Cancer Society is a national, community-based organization of volunteers, whose mission is the eradication of cancer and the enhancement of the quality of life of people living eith cancer.

The Canadian Cancer Society is leading the way in the fight against cancer. The Canadian Cancer Society:

  • funds research on all types of cancer

  • offers comprehensive and credible information on cancer, risk reduction and treatment

  • provides support for people living with cancer, family members and friends

The Canadian Cancer Society is a private non-profit organization, funded by donations from the public and money raised through our fundraising activities. The Canadian Cancer Society would not be able to offer these services or fund important research without the generous help of donors and volunteers.

The Canadian Cancer Society makes the best use of every donated dollar, keeping administration costs low in order to fund research and provide community services to help people living with cancer and their families and friends.

MHFC and all sponsors involved with 'Feel Like a Pro Day' would like to thank the Canadian Cancer Society for their outstanding achievements towards creating a cancer free world!
Read more at the Canadian Cancer Society website: www.cancer.ca

Press Release: 2013 'Feel Like a Pro Day'

The Globe and Mail: Taking a (slap)shot at beating cancer

The Globe and Mail: Kid philanthropists: Charity begins at grade school

Canadian Sponsorship Forum: Mark Mannarn is a Man on a Mission

Canadian Cancer Society: Minor Hockey Fights Cancer founder, Mark Mannarn, wins coveted youth philanthropy award

Moms Team: Youth Sports Hero of the Month: Mark Mannarn

For media inquiries contact Jennifer Corbett at minorhockeyfightscancer98@gmail.com