One month remains for early bird pricing for full showcase passes
Calgary, AB, Canada – The Calgary Canucks Junior A Hockey Club (“Calgary Canucks”) announced today a new partnership with Nutrien Ltd. (TSX and NYSE: NTR) (“Nutrien”) to serve as the official presenting partner of the 2023 AJHL Showcase hosted by Calgary Canucks at the Max Bell Centre.
The 2023 AJHL Showcase presented by Nutrien starts on Wednesday, September 27, 2023, and ends on September 30, 2023. The showcase brings all 16 AJHL member teams to Calgary, allowing up to 250 scouts from the NHL, NCAA, U Sports, WHL, and other leagues and advisors to watch AJHL players display their talents. It is the beginning of many of these athletes’ securing commitments for scholarships for advanced education throughout North America. Fans can find the full four-day showcase schedule here.
Nutrien and the Calgary Canucks represent a natural fit, with Nutrien’s corporate presence in Calgary, along with Nutrien’s extensive retail branches and Nitrogen and Potash operations found throughout Western Canada. Nutrien strives to be a meaningful partner in the communities where its employees live and work, and the partnership with the Calgary Canucks is synonymous with such.
“At Nutrien, we aim to attract the best talent to help us achieve our purpose of Feeding the Future. As a major employer in Alberta, partnering with the Calgary Canucks enables us to reach their diverse and energetic fanbase,” says Lori Free, Vice-President, Talent Attraction & Organizational Development with Nutrien. “Similar to the Calgary Canucks, our commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion nurtures the best ideas and helps us attract employees who will thrive in our culture. We strive to empower all employees with the opportunities and support needed to reach their highest potential and are committed to a Nutrien where we all belong and grow together.”
As presenting partner of the 2023 AJHL Showcase, Nutrien will be visible throughout the Max Bell Centre beginning Wednesday, September 27, 2023. Nutrien will also serve as the official helmet entitlement sponsor of competing players during the showcase.
Calgary Canuck fans can look forward to unique and exciting promotions delivered by Nutrien during their 2023 AJHL Showcase games on September 27 and 29, 2023.
“The Canucks are very pleased to enter into a new partnership with Nutrien to serve as our exclusive presenting partner of the 2023 AJHL Showcase,” commented Calgary Canucks Chair Sandy Edmonstone. “We believe this partnership with Nutrien is a perfect fit with the shared local community base and shared similar values, and it is a great opportunity to expose our team and fans to one of the top employers in Western Canada.”
Nutrien has nearly 25,000 employees and invests in them through learning, supporting educational goals, and career development planning. It offers terrific roles, competitive salaries, excellent benefits and performance-based incentives. Those interested in a career with Nutrien are encouraged to apply online for rewarding opportunities.
About Us
Calgary Canuck Junior A Hockey Club –– Founded in 1971, the community-owned Calgary Canucks are the oldest operating hockey franchise in Calgary and the AJHL. The organization has experienced a rich and successful history, including 11 regular season titles, nine AJHL championships, two Doyle Cup titles and one Centennial Cup National Junior A Championship. (www.calgarycanucks.ca)
Nutrien –– Nutrien is the world’s largest provider of crop inputs and services, helping to safely and sustainably feed a growing world. We operate a world-class network of production, distribution, and retail facilities that positions us to efficiently serve the needs of growers. We focus on creating long-term value for all stakeholders by advancing our key environmental, social and governance priorities.