Moose Host “Hate is Not Welcome Here” Game Sunday

On October 15, the Manitoba Moose will face off against hate as they take on the Calgary Wranglers at Canada Life Centre at 2:00 p.m.

This weekend, Canada Life Centre plays host to the 'Hate is Not Welcome Here' campaign, a joint initiative in partnership with all of Winnipeg's professional sports teams. The Winnipeg Jets, the Manitoba Moose, the Winnipeg Blue Bombers, the Valour FC, the Winnipeg Sea Bears, and the Winnipeg Goldeyes, are all taking part through dedicating one game during their regular seasons to curb the hate epidemic.

The Winnipeg Sea Bears, the Winnipeg Goldeyes, Winnipeg Blue Bombers, and the Valour VC have already hosted their spotlight games earlier this year.

"The Manitoba Moose are firm believers in the power sport has to bring people together," said Senior Director, Hockey & Business Operations Brad Andrews. "We are excited to join our peers in the 'Hate is Not Welcome Here' campaign as we all strive to create a welcoming environment for all fans, players, and staff."

For each selected game included in this initiative, complimentary blocks of tickets are being distributed to various groups and organizations through campaign partners the Rainbow Resource Centre, Folklorama, Anti-Racism in Sport, and the Rady Jewish Community Centre.

"Since we launched this initiative, support throughout our entire city has been incredible," said Rob Berkowits, campaign spokesperson. "We are being flooded with calls asking how people can become involved and help spread this 'hate is not welcome here' message.

Individuals representing Recreational Opportunities for Children (ROC), Manitoba Aboriginal Sport & Recreation Council (MASRC), Sistema Winnipeg, and the Spence Neighbourhood Association among others will be present at this upcoming game.

Donors to this initiative include Ruth and David Asper, Cheryl and Earl Barish, Joanne and Sam Katz of Kay Four Properties, Sandra and Sheldon Earn, as well as both The Mark & Dorothy Danker Trust and The Grosberg Family Fund at the Jewish Foundation of Manitoba.

"The message for this campaign is simple: hate is not welcome here," said Berkowits, "and thanks to the leadership of Winnipeg's local professional sports clubs, supporting organizations, and donors, this powerful message will help stop the hate epidemic affecting so many people here in our great city of all backgrounds, faiths, genders, and sexual orientations.