Hockey For Grace

Hockey For Grace She was with us a scant 8 days, but the memories we were able to make will last a lifetime.

An annual Tournament & Charity Social to celebrate the short, amazing life of our Gracie-Belle while raising money for Emily's House, the Children's Hospice she called home. This page is here to spread the word about the annual hockey tournament and charity social we have arranged to honour the short life of our precious Grace Gabriela. We were able to make these memories thanks to Emily's House,

a youth hospice which is so much more than just that. It is a place where we were able to live with our daughter instead of just watching her die. In our unending drive to help Emily's House continue to provide the care we received, we have decided to host this event . The hockey tournament will take place at National Training Rinks in Newmarket on April 1st, 2016. We will also be hosting a "Charity Social" at the Newmarket Optimist Hall for post-tournament celebrating and fundraising. There will be prizes, snacks, drinks, live music and SO MUCH MORE!! 100% of proceeds raised from the hockey tournament and post-tournament "social" will go to Emily's House.

👩‍🍳 Hockey for Grace Legacy Sponsor Spotlight: Sweet B’s 💛Some businesses support an event. Some support a cause. But Sw...
05/22/2026

👩‍🍳 Hockey for Grace Legacy Sponsor Spotlight: Sweet B’s 💛

Some businesses support an event. Some support a cause. But Sweet B’s has supported us — from the very beginning, long before Hockey for Grace even existed.

Before Grace was born, Bonnie was already part of our story. Keeping my sweet tooth happy during pregnancy, creating the most beautiful pink cake for my baby shower, and later making Grace’s birthday cake for the celebration we dreamed of having for her.

And then, after we lost Grace, during those impossible early days when nobody really knew what to say or do, Bonnie did what she knows best — she baked. She showed up with sweets, comfort, kindness, and love. A simple gesture that meant more than words could ever explain. It was her way of reminding us we weren’t alone.

Since then, Sweet B’s has stood beside Hockey for Grace every step of the way. There’s never even a question of whether they’ll support us, Bonnie and her team always show up. They’ve helped raise thousands of dollars for Hockey for Grace and created the beautiful Grace Cookie — not only as a fundraiser, but as a way for Grace’s name to continue being spoken and her story to continue being shared.

That’s who Sweet B’s is. Community-minded, generous, thoughtful, and full of heart.

And somehow on top of all that, they also happen to make some of the most incredible treats around. From custom cakes and cupcakes to workshops, birthday parties, catering, fresh baked goods, and delicious sandwiches on homemade focaccia bread. Sweet B’s is so much more than a bakery. It’s a place filled with warmth, creativity, and people who truly care.

If you haven’t been yet, go visit them at 4 Holland Street West in Bradford. Grab a coffee, do a little taste testing, and support a local business that continuously pours so much back into this community 💛

We have lots of new followers (thank you🙏) so thought we should re-introduce ourselves. Hi 👋 we’re The Manning’s; Amy, C...
05/11/2026

We have lots of new followers (thank you🙏) so thought we should re-introduce ourselves. Hi 👋 we’re The Manning’s; Amy, Chris, Grace and Carter.

Our first child, our daughter Grace, was born on February 16th 2016 at 33 weeks and 3 days. A few days later our world changed in a split second when we were told she would not survive. Our daughter was going to die.

Thinking hospice, we thought old people. We never imagined children, let alone babies, so to think that there would be a hospice dedicated to paediatrics was the furthest thing from our minds until one of our nurses asked if she could tell us about a place.

Emily’s House; a home like setting, where we could be as a family but with a medical team available 24/7 at the push of a button. A place where the only thing that mattered was time and memories. It sounded perfect.

Before we knew it we were whisked away and walking through the doors of Emily’s House, we knew right away this was home. Welcoming our families, the smell of a fresh cooked meal whiffed through the house. We sat around the big kitchen table, Grace in our arms, and we began making memories.

We had 5 days at Emily’s House with Grace and we filled them. A birthday party, visits from family & friends, walks in the garden, sparklers on the patio, watching a hockey game with daddy, listening to music, and so many snuggles.

The night we had to say goodbye to Grace, as we walked her to the door there was a line all the way filled with the ones who loved her as much as we did. Her nurses, doctors, the volunteers. Not a dry eye.

People will call us brave but we are simply parents put in an unimaginable circumstance doing the best we can to continue to live.

And so, just like any parent, we want to celebrate our incredible kids. So for our daughter we created Hockey for Grace. A way we can build her a legacy beyond our grief. A way we can give back to a place that saved our lives. And that’s why for us this event is so important, so special and such a part of us. And why each and every player, attendee, sponsor, volunteer and person who takes part means so much. Thank you for being here.

With love, The Mannings 💕

MARK YOUR CALENDARS 🗓️ JUNE 6Hockey for Grace Charity Social at Market Brewing Company 🍻 Don’t miss out on the funnest n...
05/05/2026

MARK YOUR CALENDARS 🗓️ JUNE 6
Hockey for Grace Charity Social at Market Brewing Company 🍻 Don’t miss out on the funnest night of the year 🎉

🗓️ June 6 from 7pm-12am
📍 17775 Leslie St Newmarket
💴 $25 at the door
⛳️ Door Prize: Foursome
🥘 FREE Food
🎶 Live music
🎲 Games
🎟️ The best raffle & silent auction table around

Everything in celebration of our daughter Grace 💕 and in support of Emily’s House Children’s Hospice

Want more info? Head to www.hockeyforgrace.com

We are so incredibly happy to welcome back Simon & Sons Windows and Doors as our 2026 Hockey for Grace presenting sponso...
05/01/2026

We are so incredibly happy to welcome back Simon & Sons Windows and Doors as our 2026 Hockey for Grace presenting sponsor.

Simon & Sons encompasses everything you could want in a sponsor; generosity, kindness, enthusiasm and support. They are an amazing local, family run business that came in ready to help and with so much love and never looked back. We are so grateful for not only their financial support but their friendship.

Thank you Simon & Sons, your generous support allows us to continue building this legacy for Grace and ensuring this event has the impact we dream of.

If you are in the market for doors and windows be sure to go check them out.
📍 31 Main Street North Newmarket
💻 www.simonandsons.ca
📞 905-895-5459

Hockey for Grace 2026 Presented by Simon & Sons Windows and DoorsRegistration is NOW OPEN 🏒https://hockeyforgrace.com/pa...
04/30/2026

Hockey for Grace 2026 Presented by Simon & Sons Windows and Doors

Registration is NOW OPEN 🏒
https://hockeyforgrace.com/pages/hockey-games

We’re so proud to officially announce that Hockey for Grace Presented by Simon & Sons Windows and Doors is back on Saturday, June 6th at the Magna Centre in Newmarket.

This day means everything to us. 💕

Hockey for Grace was created in honour of our daughter Grace who we lost at just 8 days old, and to support the incredible care provided by Emily's House Children's Hospice — the place that held her, and us, during the most difficult days of our lives.

This year’s event will be a one-day tournament featuring:
🏒 Kids Game (ages 8–12)
🏒 Recreational Games
🏒 Competitive Game

🍻 And to wrap up the day — our Charity Social at Market Brewing Company

Our goal this year is to raise $20,000 for Emily’s House — and we can’t do it without you.

Whether you play, donate, sponsor, or simply share… you are part of something truly meaningful.

👉 Registration is now open
👉 Sign up: build your team or sign up as a single player
👉 Mark your calendar for the Charity Social
👉 Want to volunteer, donate or sponsor? We’d love to chat email hockeyforgrace@gmail.com

🔗 www.hockeyforgrace.com

With love and gratitude,
Amy & Chris 💗

LAST DAY FOR GRACE COOKIESMake your way to Sweet B's Bakery & Cafe at 4 Holland St W in Bradford TODAY between 10am-4pm ...
02/28/2026

LAST DAY FOR GRACE COOKIES
Make your way to Sweet B's Bakery & Cafe
at 4 Holland St W in Bradford TODAY between 10am-4pm for your LAST CHANCE to grab Grace cookies.

And just like that, this year’s February Charity Bingo Nights at Market Brewing Company for Hockey for Grace have come t...
02/28/2026

And just like that, this year’s February Charity Bingo Nights at Market Brewing Company for Hockey for Grace have come to an end.

And what a month it was — incredible turnouts every single week and not a single Thursday snowstorm in sight (a true February miracle 🙌).

We are so honoured to be February’s charity in support of Philip Aziz Centre / Emily's House Children’s Hospice and while we are beyond grateful for every dollar raised, what means even more is the opportunity we’re given each week to share a piece of our story — and to say Grace’s name out loud.

Every week, I’m blown away. One minute the room is buzzing and you can barely hear yourself think… and the next, a hush falls over the crowd as everyone listens so intently. The respect. The empathy. The love from complete strangers. It’s something I truly can’t put into words.

We made new friends. We spoke other children’s names. We sold a lot of cookies. We made sponsorship connections. We welcomed new volunteers. We had small business owners ask how they could give back.

This is community. This is Grace’s impact. 🩷

Thank you to each and every person who came out and supported us.

And a HUGE thank you to Market Brewing for the dedication they put into being such an incredible community supporter. You show up in the biggest way and we are so incredibly grateful for your continued support and the way you allow us to build such a big legacy for Grace.

Until next year… BINGO 💕

WOW! Another day, another incredible local business buying out Grace’s cookie jar. A huge thank you to Century 21 Bradfo...
02/28/2026

WOW! Another day, another incredible local business buying out Grace’s cookie jar. A huge thank you to Century 21 Bradford 💕

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