West Kelowna 'Kraft' Hockeyville bid

by Wayne Moore - Castanet Nov 23, 2011 / 1:31 pm

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Todd Simpson announced West Kelowna's bid to be named Kraft Hockeyville 2012

If the enthusiasm exhibited at Wednesday morning's kickoff is any indication, West Kelowna is Hockeyville.  About 200 people packed into a small office in the Westbank Hub Shopping Centre for the official announcement -- West Kelowna is bidding to become Kraft Hockeyville 2012. The winning community, announced live on Hockey Night in Canada March 31, 2012 will receive $100,000 in arena upgrades and will host a National Hockey League pre season game.  West Kelowna's bid was formally announced by former Calgary Flames captain and West Kelowna resident, Todd Simpson. (more)