Sponsors (Port Stanley Minor Hockey)

Where We Started The first Shedden Tractor Pull started in 1973 by the Shedden Fair Board. While the Fair Board still plays a roll in the pull, it has been taken over by the Shedden Truck and Tractor Pull committee which was formed in 2005 and is committed to bringing you the best show possible to the area.

Lions Clubs – Where There's A Need, There's A Lion Whenever a Lions club gets together, problems get smaller. And communities get better. That's because we help where help is needed – in our own communities and around the world – with unmatched integrity and energy. The World's Largest Service Club Organization Our 46,000 clubs and 1.4+ million members make us the world's largest service club organization. We're also one of the most effective. Our members do whatever is needed to help their local communities. Everywhere we work, we make friends. With children who need eyeglasses, with seniors who don’t have enough to eat and with people we may never meet.

Dowler-Karn Limited is a benchmark industry leader distributing energy products (Propane, ESSO Fuels and MOBIL Lubricants) within Southwestern Ontario. Six branch offices and eight fuel centres service 14,000+ Residential, Agriculture, Commercial and Industrial customers. Since 1943 Dowler-Karn contributes it’s success by listening to customer needs and values while implementing premium service with a quality product. Value to Our Customers •Since 1943, Dowler-Karn has proven a successful family run business growing to 8 locations in southwestern Ontario. •Daily/Weekly deliveries with local prompt courteous service. •Live telephone answering. •Active community focus. •Commitment to training and safety including local emergency services. •Environmental leader in technology, product handling, and storage. Past Honoured Recognition •2014 Dowler-Karn was recognized by Imperial Oil as a developed “Regional Distribution Centre for Ontario”. •2010 Community Futures, Agricultural Business Award of Excellence. •2007, 2008, 2009 Imperial Oil, 4 Star Circle of Excellence Award. •2006, 2010 Imperial Oil, 5 Star Circle of Excellence Award. •2004 Ontario Propane Association, Outstanding Market Development Award. •1996 Chamber of Commerce, Free Enterprise Award. •Canadian Oil Heat & Propane Association, Member of Good Standing, Founding Propane Assoc. Member.

Wayne DeVries, Broker Wayne DeVries is a graduate from Fanshawe College with a diploma in business marketing. Along with his lifelong commitment to his family farm Wayne has also worked in sales with Hyland Seeds and values the relationships he has built over those years. Wayne brings this extensive knowledge of rural properties and farms throughout Elgin County to his full-time commitment to real estate and his clients. “I look forward to using my extensive experience to meet your expectations of quality service”

Voted #1 on CNN’s 2013 “Best Beach Bars” Facebook poll! A 400 seat patio right on the main beach in Port Stanley, we are “…arguably the best beach bar north of the Caribbean” (Toronto Star, Aug 18, 2009) Soak up the sun with an icy margarita, join a game on our 8 beach volleyball courts, or take a dip in beautiful Lake Erie. Don’t be surprised at our GREAT menu. We feature locally caught Lake Erie Perch, lots of fresh scratch made menu items and don’t forget to try our DESSERT NACHOS! They are fantastic! Cheer on the bands on LIVE MUSIC WEEKENDS!! Don’t forget to book early for Lobster Nights! Enjoy a real East Coast lobster cooked on deck followed by the Celtic tunes of The Sheridan Band! By reservation only, 519.782.4555! See you at GT’s Bar & Grill this summer!

The Optimist Club of Port Stanley is a local service club chartered by Optimist International. Since our incorporation as a not for profit corporation in 1976 , our club members have been striving to make our community and the world a better place for our youngest and most vulnerable citizens. Members recognize that we must contribute something to the life of the community from which we and our families draw our daily benefits.

Herm’s Sport Exchange is a 4,500 square foot store that specializes in new and used hockey skates and equipment for London and surrounding communities. Our hockey department selection ranges from entry level for the beginner to the very best skates, sticks and equipment in the sport. We strive to keep the widest selection in the market including close-outs from the major suppliers so that we can offer the best value for our customers whatever their needs. Herm’s Sport Exchange has the largest selection of used skates in the area. We have 1000’s of skates for everyone from the competitive hockey player to the recreational skater. Whether you are looking for recreational skates or hockey skates we have a selection that is second to none. In addition we keep a huge selection of used hockey equipment that has all been sanitized using the patented Sani-Sport process. In addition Herm’s is a family bike sales centre offering a full service bike shop for all your biking needs. Whether you need a slight adjustment for an older bike or a complete service we have knowledgeable staff to help you get your bike ready for the season. Stop by to see our used bike selection and our offering of new bikes for everyone in the family. Herm’s also tries to offer a wide selection of new and used soccer equipment for the recreational player. From shoes to shins to socks we have what you need to get your child ready for the soccer season.

The Dodge Caravan Kids program is a joint effort between participating minor hockey associations and Chrysler, Jeep®, Dodge and Ram retailers. It provides up to $500 in funding and access to exclusive hockey benefits to novice-level hockey teams across Canada. The goal of Dodge Caravan Kids is to help enrich the game of hockey for participating coaches, players and their families, and represents one of FCA Canada's key community efforts.

Port Stanley's only JR hockey Club playing in the SOJHL division of the OHA

PHD offers professional instruction to players that are looking to raise their game to the next level. The first program of its kind in the area, PHD uses cutting edge training and teaching methods to push players outside their comfort zone. PHD provides the progressive platforms players require to reach for the highest levels of performance and technique. Mike Ellis Bio Owner, Founder and Head Instructor Progressive Hockey Development Mike is an experienced and focused individual with a real passion for skating and skill development in today's fast paced game. Mike has played and coached against top hockey nations throughout Europe and has absorbed and developed many teaching techniques that he shares with all athletes he works with. As a coach an instructor Mike believes in detail and technique. He believes the old theory of 10,000 repetitions to master a skill can be drastically reduced through delivering a detailed progression based plan and providing the right information to the athlete. This higher level of detail helps the athlete to absorb the information with more focus.

HWC Insurance is a long-standing, independently owned insurance brokerage in Southwestern Ontario with a commitment to our communities that dates back over 80 years. Since E.E. Ward opened a small, one person insurance office in Springfield ON in 1932, HWC Insurance has grown to 5 offices and over 25 staff today. With our offices centrally located in their communities, our clients have convenient and quick access to our staff and services. It’s what makes HWC Insurance “Your Mainstreet Insurance Broker”.

Hockey Moms are looking for new members!!! If you are a Mom, Dad, Grandma, step Mom, or someone interested in helping out all of the kids of PSMHA, consider joining the Hockey Moms! We meet once a month and help out with events such as Hockey Day in Canada, providing food at tournaments and raise money by cleaning out the beer shed at Foodland. In the past, we've provided teams with funds for team building events, helmet stickers and meals on Hockey Day in Canada. We will be running a few exciting and new fundraisers this year!!! Parent reps will receive monthly updates at board meetings and we will pass on info about upcoming events on the website and Facebook page. For more information, contact Alana Howie at [email protected] Hope to see you this season!!!!

Since 1881, generations of families from across Elgin County have trusted Yarmouth Mutual Insurance Company for a full range of insurance solutions. When choosing the insurance company that is right for you, consider a mutual insurer. As a mutual insurance company, Yarmouth Mutual Insurance Company is owned by its policyholders; therefore, we act solely to deliver insurance at the lowest possible cost. And unlike our competition, we’re people-centered, not call centered. We’re dedicated to providing our policyholders with competitively priced insurance products and services, customized to suit every insurance need. Our agents and brokers deliver helpful, friendly service, with the familiar faces of people who live, work and play right here in your community. Our Vision: To be a progressive, member-owned, mutual insurance company, focused on performance and excellence. Our Mission: We will provide our community with quality insurance products and professional service. rooted-in