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We would like to offer your company the opportunity to sponsor the largest Doctors Charity Hockey Tournament in Canada. Docs on Ice is an annual fundraising doctors hockey tournament that began in 1983. It is hosted by a different city each year to raise funds for a local charity in their community. The tournament is run by physicians and volunteers to raise money for charity through donations, sponsorship, registration fees, and special events. It is attended by high profile celebrities, including NHL players and alumni, media personnel, and television personalities. All proceeds go directly to charity. Docs on Ice has grown over the last 29 years to include more than 800 physicians and 100 Medical Students, with over 50 teams from across Ontario. To date, Docs on Ice has raised over $1 million dollars for charity. We are excited to have the 29th annual Docs on Ice tournament in Oakville on April 7, 8, 9 2011. With the generous support of Halton Region, the tournament will be run by the Doctors' Hockey Club, a local group of 50 hockey-playing Physicians from the area. This important event will raise funds for charity in Oakville, bring a positive economic impact to Halton, and have a significant impact on physician recruitment in Halton Region. We are pleased to support the Alzheimer Society of Hamilton Halton as our local charity. The goal is to raise money to create the "Docs on Ice Resource Centre." This state-of-the-art facility will be located in Oakville, and will provide needed resources to the residents of Halton living with Dementia. It will incorporate a computer lab, reference material, and stimulating therapy to enhance healthy brain development. The "Docs on Ice Resource Centre" will also increase opportunities for socialization, counselling, and supports for people and their families with Dementia. With your generous support, Docs on Ice will be an excellent opportunity to showcase your company. You will have unique access to our special audience to promote your products. You will also be recognized as a champion in your community by demonstrating commitment to local charity. By sponsoring Docs on Ice, you will show your support for the community of Oakville, Halton Region, and for the Alzheimer Society. Please review the various levels of sponsorship available, and contact us if you have any questions. Thank you for your support of Docs on Ice. Dr. David Palmer, Chairman Dr. Len DeBolster, Dr. Rob Mascarin, Dr. Peter Kujtan, Co-Chairs Alzheimer Society of Hamilton Halton, C/O Docs on Ice Oakville 2011. 1685 Main St. West, Suite 206, Hamilton, ON, L8S 1G5. Tel: 905-529-7030 Fax: 905-529-3787 [email protected] www.docsonice.ca Guest Speakers Our Keynote Speaker at the Gala Banquet for Docs on Ice Oakville 2011 is the award winning Canadian comedian and satirist, Jessica Holmes. A Member of the Royal Canadian Air Farce, now know as Air Farce Live, Jessica Holmes is a successful comedian, actress, screenwriter, and speaker who has opened for Jerry Seinfeld, Leslie Nielsen, and Dr. Phil. Known for her gallery of quirky characters and impressions, Holmes has been dubbed Canada's fastest-rising comedy star. Jessica has also just released her first book entitled I Love Your Laugh. The MC for the Gala Banquet is Joe Bowen. He is known as "The Voice of the Toronto Maple Leafs", having broadcast over 2500 Leaf Games since 1982. Bowen's catchphrase "Holy Mackinaw!" is one of the most recognizable phrases in professional sports. Joe Bowen does the play-by-play on Leafs TV, Rogers Sportsnet, and AM 640. Bowen's other career highlights include calling games for the Nova Scotia Voyageurs in the AHL, calling Muhammad Ali's last fight, and calling many Toronto Rock World Championships. Joe Bowen was inducted into the Sudbury Kinsmen Sports Hall of Fame in June of 1999, and received the Fred Sgambati award from the Canadian Children's Foundation in 1988. Wendel Clark is an honoured NHL Alumni Guest at Docs on Ice Oakville 2011. He is the former captain of the Toronto Maple Leafs, and played 13 out of 15 seasons for Toronto. Wendel was drafted first overall by Toronto in 1985, and became one of the most popular players ever to play for the Maple Leafs. He combined grit and goals raking up 563 points, 330 goals, and 1690 penalty minutes. Wendel was one of the best body checkers in the league, and not afraid to drop the gloves. His number 17 jersey was honoured by the Leafs in 2008. Wendel also lead Team Canada to a gold medal in 1985 at the World Junior Hockey Championships. He is also the proud owner of Wendel Clark's Classic Grill and Sports Lounge that will be hosting events over the Docs on Ice weekend. http://www.wendelclarks.com/ Alzheimer Society of Hamilton Halton, C/O Docs on Ice Oakville 2011. 1685 Main St. West, Suite 206, Hamilton, ON, L8S 1G5. Tel: 905-529-7030 Fax: 905-529-3787 [email protected] www.docsonice.ca Johnny Bower is an honoured NHL Alumni Guest at Docs on Ice Oakville 2011. He originally played junior hockey with the Prince Albert Hawks and the Cleveland Barons after serving four years in the Army. Johnny joined the Maple Leafs at age 34, and proved to be a fearless player, with a positive attitude. He was nick-named the China Wall, and won 4 Stanley Cups during his long career. Johnny was a 2-time Vezina Trophy winner, First All-star Team Goalie, and was inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame in 1976 after 31 years of Professional Hockey. His number 1 jersey was honoured by the Leafs in 1995, and he remains one of the most popular Leafs in history. Mark Napier is an honoured NHL Alumni Guest at Docs on Ice Oakville 2011. After winning a Memorial Cup with the Toronto Marlies in 1975, Mark played for Toronto Toros and won Rookie of the Year in 1976, and scored 60 goals in a season. He was a first round pick in 1977 by the Montreal Canadians and played 11 NHL seasons with two 40 goal seasons. He won the Stanley Cup with Montreal in 1979 and with Edmonton in 1985. Mark finished his playing career in Europe having played 18 years of professional hockey. Mark is currently the Executive Director of the NHL Alumni Association overseeing 28 local Alumni Chapters and over 2,500 members. Gary Leeman is an honoured NHL Alumni Guest at Docs on Ice Oakville 2011. Originally starting his career as a defenseman, Gary was voted the WHL's top defenseman and First Team All-Star with the Regina Pats in 1981. He played with Team Canada at the World Juniors on two occasions. He was drafted by the Maple Leafs in 1982, and was part of the "Hound Line" along with Wendel Clark in 1986. Gary had a 50 goal season with the Leafs, and was a 20 goal scorer for 4 seasons in a row. He was voted to play in the NHL All-Star Game in 1988, and was the first player converted Forward from Defence to reach the 50 goal plateau. Gary played 700 games in the NHL with 5 teams, and won the Stanley Cup with Montreal in 1993. Alzheimer Society of Hamilton Halton, C/O Docs on Ice Oakville 2011. 1685 Main St. West, Suite 206, Hamilton, ON, L8S 1G5. Tel: 905-529-7030 Fax: 905-529-3787 [email protected] www.docsonice.ca Andy Van Hellemond is an honoured NHL Alumni Guest at Docs on Ice Oakville 2011. He was a top NHL referee for 24 years. Andy began his officiating career in 1969, and became the first NHL official to wear a helmet. Andy was ranked the leagues number one referee, and holds the record for most regular season games (1475), most playoff games (227) and most appearances in the Stanley Cup Finals (19). He was selected as Manitoba's Referee of the Century, and was inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame in 1999. Andy was also the Senior Vice President of the East Coast Hockey League for 3 years, and the Director of Officiating for the NHL in 2000. Andy has recently shifted his career to the public sector, and he was elected City Councillor for Ward Two in Guelph in October 2010. Jim McKenny is an honoured NHL Alumni Guest at Docs on Ice Oakville 2011. Also known as "Howie", Jim was a well known Sportscaster in Toronto for 25 years. He was a top-rated NHL defensemen and was often compared to Bobby Orr. He won the Memorial Cup with the Toronto Marlboros in 1964. He was drafted by the Toronto Maple Leafs in 1963, and played 13 seasons with the team. After his retirement in 1978, Jim coached in Switzerland and France until he took up a career in broadcasting. The Hamilton Tiger Cat Cheerleaders will be attending the Gala Banquet on Thursday April 8. This talented group of performers will be helping out at the Banquet, selling raffle tickets, and performing a team cheer to start the festivities. These guests will be available to sign autographs, have pictures taken, and attend the Thursday Reception and Gala Banquet. Please see the schedule for details. Alzheimer Society of Hamilton Halton, C/O Docs on Ice Oakville 2011. 1685 Main St. West, Suite 206, Hamilton, ON, L8S 1G5. Tel: 905-529-7030 Fax: 905-529-3787 [email protected] www.docsonice.ca SCHEDULE OF EVENTS Thursday April 7, 2011 6:00 pm Welcome Reception Oakville Conference Centre Events: NHL Alumni: Mark Napier, Gary Leeman Team Registration Cocktails, Hors d'Ouvres Live Band, Big Screen TV Air Hockey/ Pool Tables/ Bubble Hockey Golf and Hockey Equipment Demos Fastest Slap Shot Competition Sponsor Tables Friday April 8, 2011 7 am - 5 pm Hockey Games Sixteen Mile Sports Complex Events: Joshua's Creek Arena Referee-in-Chief, Andy Van Hellemond Physiotherapy at Arenas Sponsor Tables Team Photos Player Action Photos on the Ice 6:00 pm Gala Banquet Oakville Conference Centre Events: MC Joe Bowen Keynote Speaker Jessica Holmes NHL Alumni: Wendel Clark Johnny Bower Gary Leeman Jim McKenny Andy Van Hellemond Hamilton Tiger Cats Cheerleaders Burlington Teen Tour Band Silent Auction, 50/50 Draw, Prizes Docs on Ice Awards Presentation Sponsor Tables Saturday April 9, 2011 7 am - 5 pm Hockey Games Sixteen Mile Sports Complex Events: Joshua's Creek Arena Referee-in-Chief, Andy Van Hellemond Physiotherapy at Arenas Sponsor Tables Team Photos, Player Action Shots Alzheimer Society of Hamilton Halton, C/O Docs on Ice Oakville 2011.