Rankin Inlet minor hockey team raises funds with playful Jail n Bail event

A U11 Jail n Bail fundraiser in Rankin Inlet on Feb. 13 raised $3,380 toward the 2015 Rankin Rock U11 team's $50,000 goal to attend the MICEC tournament in Winnipeg.

A U11 Jail n Bail fundraiser was held at the Rankin Inlet arena on Feb. 13 to support the 2015 Rankin Rock U11 minor hockey team. Organizers said the group aims to raise a minimum of $50,000 to attend the Manitoba Indigenous Cultural Education Centre (MICEC) tournament in Winnipeg. The team includes 17 players, two coaches and several chaperones. Organizers have run other fundraisers since October, including a skate-a-thon and weekly 50/50 draws. Event details: - The Jail n Bail event took place on Feb. 13 at the Rankin Inlet arena. - The fundraiser raised $3,380 for the team's travel and tournament expenses. - The team is aiming for a minimum fundraising goal of $50,000 to attend the MICEC tournament in Winnipeg, scheduled March 27–29. - The 2015 Rankin Rock U11 roster includes 17 players, two coaches and a number of chaperones. - Other fundraising activities mentioned include weekly 50/50 draws, a planned Penny Sale, and a skate-a-thon held in January. Summary: The Jail n Bail event added $3,380 toward the team's stated $50,000 goal and reflected active community support for the players. Organizers reported ongoing fundraising efforts as they prepare to attend the MICEC Indigenous Minor Hockey Tournament in late March.