Peterborough Petes Announce 17th Annual Pink in the Rink Campaign In Support of Survivors Abreast

The Peterborough Petes have announced details for the 17th Annual Pink in the Rink Campaign, with this year’s game against the Sudbury Wolves taking place Feb. 7 in support of Survivors Abreast.

Photo by Felicia MAssey.

Over the past 16 years, the Petes Pink in the Rink Campaign has raised over $1 million in support of cancer research. Now entering its 17th consecutive year, the campaign continues to be the OHL’s biggest ongoing fundraiser.

This season, funds raised from the Pink in the Rink Campaign will support Survivors Abreast, a group of breast cancer survivors from the Peterborough area in various stages of treatment and recovery. Known for hosting Peterborough’s Dragon Boat Festival, their mission is to improve fitness and develop paddling skills required for dragon boating while raising funds and awareness for breast cancer care in the community.

“Survivors Abreast Peterborough Dragon Boat Team is honoured that the Petes chose to support our organization through Pink in the Rink this year,” said Janice James, President of the Survivors Abreast Board of Directors. “We try to inspire hope, resilience and living life to the fullest, and we are thrilled that the Petes are helping us do that.” 

The campaign will be supported by a number of activations this season including a pass the bucket, in-person silent auction during the game and an in-person game worn jersey auction that will take place on the ice after the game.

The Pink in the Rink game jersey design will be released to the public in the coming weeks.

“Pink in the Rink is a powerful reminder that hockey can be about more than just the game,” said Petes captain Carson Cameron. “It represents support, awareness and standing together for an important cause. As players, it means a lot to know we’re using our platform to make a positive impact, and we’re proud to be part of something that reaches far beyond the ice.”

New this season, rink boards will be put up for the game that feature the names of loved ones who have been affected by cancer. Fans have the opportunity to purchase a slot for $5 and write the name of their loved one(s) leading up to the game. Fans are also invited to submit their loved ones' names and pictures to be featured on the video board during the game. Submissions can be submitted via email.

Tickets for the Pink in the Rink game on Feb. 7 against the Sudbury Wolves are available now through the Doane Grant Thornton Box Office during business hours, online or via phone.

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