DWMHA Board - Mission and Vision
Mission
To foster a lifelong love of hockey by providing a fun, safe, and inclusive environment where youth can develop their skills, confidence, and character—on and off the ice.
Vision
To be a leading minor hockey organization known for developing great players, even better people, and championing a positive, inclusive hockey culture that strengthens our community.
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Our Mission
To foster a lifelong love of hockey by providing a fun, safe, and inclusive environment where youth can develop their skills, confidence, and character—on and off the ice.
What This Means:
- Lifelong passion: We’re building a love for the game that lasts a lifetime—not just a season.
- Fun, safe, inclusive: Every child and family should feel welcome and supported in our programs.
- Skills, confidence, character: Hockey is the vehicle—we’re here to help young people grow in every way.
- On and off the ice: What they learn here should serve them well in school, in life, and in the community.
Our Vision
To be a leading minor hockey organization known for developing great players, even better people, and championing a positive, inclusive hockey culture that strengthens our community.
What This Means:
- Great players, better people: We want our athletes to excel in hockey—and in life.
- Culture matters: Positivity, respect, and belonging are at the heart of everything we do.
- Community impact: We’re proud to be a strong, unifying presence in Dartmouth and the surrounding area.
Why This Matters:
These statements reflect who we are and where we’re going. They will guide:
- How we coach and support our players
- The programs and initiatives we prioritize
- How we build a culture of respect and belonging at every level
Thank you for being part of the Whalers family. Together, we’re building more than hockey players—we’re building community.