Event Details: When: May 16 to May 18, 2008 Where: Canlan Ice Sports – 159 Dynamic Drive, Scarborough, ON M1V 5L8 – (416) 412-0404 Who: 40 teams representing various Asian cultures and ages

History and Expansion:

• Began in 1989, where a group of male friends got together to play a fun four team tournament
• Today the face of the tournament has evolved to:
• Include an entertainment cultural portion
• 30 men’s teams – 450 players
• 4 women’s teams – 60 players

In 2006, the Mayhem Dragons were the first female team to join the tournament breaking the men’s only mold

• NEW - children’s division consisting of 6 teams – 90 players

This is a new division incorporating children from the ages of 6 to 15 of various playing levels

• We have had interest from teams in other provinces (Québec) and countries (China, USA and Japan)
• We are represented by players that have played AHL, OHL, European hockey, Junior and AAA

Growth of the Tournament:

• 2003 – 8 Teams and 120 players
• 2004 – 16 Teams and 240 players
• 2005 – 20 Teams and 300 players
• 2006 – 24 Teams and 360 players
• 2007 – 30 Teams and 450 players
• 2008 – 40 Teams and 600 players

Cultural Event:

The event is not just a tournament for the players, but an experience for family, friends and the community.

Expansion of the Entertainment Portion of the Event:

• Martial Arts Demonstration
• Tai Chi Demonstration
• Cultural Arts and Crafts
• Scavenger Hunt Sponsored by “Jacob’s”
• Family Skate

The organizers like to show their commitment to the community. For previous games, donations were sought for the Canadian Cancer Society and Parkinson’s Society Canada. This year, participants have been asked to donate any used hockey equipment to charity.