Abbotsford Canucks to hold 2023 training camp Oct. 4-7 at the Chilliwack Coliseum

CHILLIWACK — The Abbotsford Canucks announced Monday that its 2023 training camp will be held at the Chilliwack Coliseum starting Wednesday, October 4 and going through Saturday, October 7.

The American Hockey League affiliate says that all four days of on-ice training camp sessions will be open to the public at the Coliseum. The camp will also feature the team’s inaugural “Abbotsford Canucks Minor Hockey Festival” on Saturday, October 7.

“We are thrilled to partner with the Abbotsford Canucks,” said Chilliwack Chiefs Vice President of Business Operations Barry Douglas. “This is another fantastic opportunity for the Chilliwack Coliseum to help showcase our community. We are especially excited for the Saturday when we can celebrate hockey in the Fraser Valley.”

The inaugural Abbotsford Canucks Minor Hockey Festival on Saturday, October 7 will include free on-site activations for fans of all ages, including inflatables, air brush tattoos, an appearance from Vancouver Canucks mascot Fin, as well as a full-team scrimmage at 12 p.m. At the conclusion of the scrimmage, fans will have the opportunity to meet and greet with current Abbotsford Canucks players along with Vancouver Canucks alumni. Following the Festival, the BCHL’s Chilliwack Chiefs will host the Vernon Vipers at 6 p.m.