Westshore Wolves raise $8,300 for Victoria Hospice at Pink in the Rink night

The Westshore Wolves raised about $8,300 for Victoria Hospice at their first Pink in the Rink game on Jan. 31, with funds from a jersey auction, a silent auction, a 50/50 draw and cash donations.

The Westshore Wolves held their first Pink in the Rink game at JDF Arena on Jan. 31 and turned the venue pink to focus attention on hospice care. The event brought players, fans, families and community partners together for fundraising and community outreach. Organizers reported that about $8,300 was raised for Victoria Hospice. Victoria Hospice staff were on site to share information, and a ceremonial puck drop involved Carley Gibson of Victoria Hospice and Ian Birnie of the Wolves. Key details: - About $8,300 was raised for Victoria Hospice. - Funds came from a jersey auction, a silent auction, a 50/50 draw and cash donations. - Big Wheel Burger donated the custom pink jerseys that were auctioned after the game. - Local businesses provided silent auction prizes and Victoria Hospice staff attended to share information. - The event was the Wolves' first Pink in the Rink; the team did not win on the ice, and organizers described the night as a win for the community. Summary: The fundraiser brought community members together and generated financial support and public information for Victoria Hospice. Undetermined at this time.