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Canada Basketball Verified: What It Means, Why It Matters, and Why Temiskaming Thunder Leads the North
Temiskaming Thunder has proudly held Canada Basketball Verified status for three consecutive years , making us the only Canada Basketball Verified Club in all of Northeastern Ontario . And that achievement speaks to something bigger than a designation — it speaks to what families in our region deserve. For too long, Northern Ontario athletes have had fewer options, fewer teams, and fewer development pathways than their peers in larger urban centers. But being a Verified club
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Sports & Recreation in Englehart: Your Complete Guide for Youth, Families & Active Lifestyles
If you're looking for sports in Englehart, youth activities, or affordable recreation programs, you’re in the right place. Englehart might be a small town in Northern Ontario, but it’s packed with opportunities for kids, teens, and adults to stay active all year long. PAID YOUTH PROGRAMS IN ENGLEHART 🏒 Englehart Minor Hockey A long-respected program offering hockey opportunities for youth of all ages. Players benefit from a strong volunteer system, competitive play, and a ti
Morgan Johanson
Nov 14, 20254 min read
Planet Youth Timiskaming: Building Stronger, Healthier Communities Across the North
When you think about what makes a community feel connected, supported, and full of opportunity for young people, Planet Youth Timiskaming is one of the first names that comes to mind. Rooted in a proven, research-driven model from Iceland and powered by local passion right here in Northern Ontario, Planet Youth Temiskaming is helping youth thrive across New Liskeard, Englehart, and Kirkland Lake . But what truly sets this initiative apart isn’t just the data or the strategy
Morgan Johanson
Nov 13, 20254 min read
Canada Basketball Verified: What It Means, Why It Matters, and Why Temiskaming Thunder Leads the North
Temiskaming Thunder has proudly held Canada Basketball Verified status for three consecutive years , making us the only Canada Basketball Verified Club in all of Northeastern Ontario . And that achievement speaks to something bigger than a designation — it speaks to what families in our region deserve. For too long, Northern Ontario athletes have had fewer options, fewer teams, and fewer development pathways than their peers in larger urban centers. But being a Verified club
Morgan Johanson
Nov 13, 20252 min read
Temiskaming Thunder: Season Three — Growing the Game Across the North
As Temiskaming Thunder steps into its third official season, we can confidently say that this program has become something truly special in Northern Ontario. What started as a grassroots idea between a small group of volunteers has now grown into a region-wide basketball community — one that spans multiple towns, multiple high schools, and multiple age groups. Our athletes come from all across the Temiskaming district: Kirkland Lake, Kenabeek, Englehart, New Liskeard, Haileyb
Morgan Johanson
Nov 5, 20253 min read
Tato Recruiting Grant Program for Future Leaders in Sport: Building Opportunities for Temiskaming Thunder Rep Athletes
The Temiskaming Thunder is proud to celebrate the generosity and commitment of John Beaupré and Tato Recruiting, whose support is...
Morgan Johanson
Apr 9, 20254 min read
A Year of Thunder: Celebrating Our First Season Together
Hey Thunder Family, Wow, what a year it’s been! As our board reflects on the past twelve months, we are overwhelmed with gratitude and...
Morgan Johanson
Jul 15, 20245 min read
Discover the Temiskaming Thunder: Empowering Youth Through Basketball in Northern Ontario
Welcome to the Temiskaming Thunder, a basketball club supporting youth ages 5-19 in Temiskaming Shores and the surrounding areas.
Morgan Johanson
Jul 3, 20243 min read
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