For immediate release October 23, 2019 Resurgo Place hits the ice with a game-winning exhibition about hockey in Canada A traveling exhibition developed by the Canadian Museum of History MONCTON — Hockey is many things — shinny on a frozen pond, the sweat-soaked smell of a locker room, a winning wrist shot, a roaring crowd. But most of all, it is an enduring national passion that brings Canadians together regardless of geography, language, gender or age. Resurgo Place is celebrating Canada’s game with a one-of-a-kind travelling exhibition from the Canadian Museum of History. Hockey, presented until January 12, 2020, looks at how the sport has influenced our lives, and what that reveals about us as a people. From Paul Henderson’s winning goal for Canada in the 1972 Summit Series to Manon Rhéaume’s debut as an NHL goalie to Sheldon Kennedy’s advocacy on behalf of sexual abuse victims, Hockey revisits game-changing moments and players. By highlighting tabletop hockey games, Roch Carrier’s classic story The Hockey Sweater, and Shania Twain’s NHL-inspired stage outfits, the exhibition also reminds us of how deeply hockey is woven into the tapestry of Canadian life. “Resurgo Place has been looking forward to hosting this exhibit for some time now and support from our community has been absolutely exceptional. Contributions from the Moncton Wildcats, our local hockey heroes, as well as the New Brunswick Museum, HockeyShot Inc. and BJW Electronics, have certainly amped up the visitor experience. You won’t want to miss this one,” said Sophie Auffrey, Heritage Development Officer, Resurgo Place. “The Canadian Museum of History is thrilled to share Hockey with the people of Moncton,” said Mark O’Neill, President and CEO of the Canadian Museum of History. “Whether we hit the ice or cheer from our living rooms, hockey is more than just a game to Canadians. It has helped shape our history and our national identity from coast to coast to coast.” - 30 - Media Contact: Sophie Auffrey Heritage Development Officer – Community Relations Resurgo Place - City of Moncton 20 Mountain Road Moncton, NB E1C 2J8 (506) 877-7775 [email protected] About the Canadian Museum of History Located on the shores of the Ottawa River in Gatineau, Quebec, the Canadian Museum of History welcomes over 1.2 million visitors each year. The Museum’s principal role is to enhance Canadians’ knowledge, understanding and appreciation of the events, experiences, people and objects that have shaped Canada’s history and identity, as well as to enhance Canadians’ awareness of world history and culture. Work of the Canadian Museum of History is made possible in part through financial support of the Government of Canada. About Resurgo Place Home of the Moncton Museum and Transportation Discovery Centre, Resurgo Place is a state-of-the-art facility where heritage, technology and discovery intersect. It offers visitors a unique and interactive experience dedicated to history, science and transportation. Every year, Resurgo Place hosts up to three quality travelling exhibits from partner lending museums across the country. .