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PRIDE CELEBRATION UNITY GAME
CHARGE VS. SIRENS
SATURDAY, APR. 18 | 2:00 PM ET

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The Ottawa Charge Pride Unity Game is designed to celebrate Pride as a moment of visibility, belonging, and community, while recognizing the contributions of 2SLGBTQ+ athletes, leaders, and organizations across the Ottawa region. Developed in collaboration with local community partners, the game centers authenticity, inclusion, and representation, creating space for celebration, connection, and recognition throughout the PWHL game experience. Programming throughout the night highlights the role of 2SLGBTQ+ communities across all levels of sport and society—from grassroots and recreational leagues to advocacy organizations and support networks—reinforcing the importance of visibility, access, and belonging both on and off the ice.

Ottawa’s Pride Unity Game will feature programming integrated throughout the full game experience, including: 

  • Live ceremonial moments highlighting 2SLGBTQ+ voices and community representation
  • Community organization presence and engagement on the concourse
  • In-game recognition and storytelling celebrating 2SLGBTQ+ impact in sport and society
  • Celebration of local 2SLGBTQ+ sport and recreation organizations across Ottawa

Pre-Game Moments

Anthem Performance - Jaime Sadgrove 
Jaime Sadgrove, a local queer community member, will perform the national anthem. Their performance will open the game with a meaningful and celebratory moment, helping to set the tone for a night centered on visibility, belonging, and Pride.

Ceremonial Puck Drop - Kassie Boone
Kassie Boone, one of only two female motocross racers competing on the Canadian national circuit, will take part in the ceremonial puck drop. Her presence highlights the importance of representation and the continued advancement of women across sport, celebrating athletes who are breaking barriers and expanding what is possible within traditionally male-dominated spaces.

Featured Community Organizations

The following organizations are featured as part of Ottawa’s Pride Unity Game, with select groups present on the concourse and others recognized through in-game programming and community integration throughout the event:

  • Alphabet Sports Collective

    Alphabet Sports Collective is a Canadian nonprofit organization dedicated to creating safer, more inclusive spaces for 2SLGBTQ+ individuals in sport. Through research, education, storytelling, and community-driven initiatives, the organization works to challenge systemic barriers and reimagine sport as a space where all identities are welcomed, respected, and able to thrive. Their work centers amplifying 2SLGBTQ+ voices, building inclusive practices across sport systems, and fostering meaningful cultural change within athletic communities.

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  • Sport-A-Rainbow

    Sport-A-Rainbow is a national initiative dedicated to advancing inclusion, equity, and belonging for 2SLGBTQ+ participants in sport across Canada. Through education, policy development, and partnerships with sport organizations, Sport-A-Rainbow works to challenge systemic barriers and create environments where athletes can participate safely and authentically, regardless of gender identity or sexual orientation.

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  • Ottawa Senior Pride Network (Concourse Tabling)

    The Ottawa Senior Pride Network is a community-driven organization focused on supporting 2SLGBTQ+ older adults by fostering connection, visibility, and access to inclusive services. Through social programming, advocacy, and community outreach, the network works to reduce isolation and ensure that 2SLGBTQ+ seniors are recognized, supported, and celebrated within the broader community. 

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  • Ottawa Pride Hockey

    Ottawa Pride Hockey creates an inclusive and welcoming space for 2SLGBTQ+ players and allies to engage in hockey at all skill levels. Through recreational play and community-building initiatives, the organization promotes accessibility, confidence, and belonging, while helping to ensure that hockey remains a safe and affirming space for everyone.

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  • Ottawa Pride FC

    Ottawa Pride FC is an inclusive soccer organization that provides 2SLGBTQ+ athletes and allies with opportunities to participate in sport in a supportive and affirming environment. With a focus on accessibility and community, the club fosters connection, teamwork, and a sense of belonging for players of all backgrounds and experience levels.

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  • Rainbow Rockers Curling Club

    Rainbow Rockers Curling Club offers an inclusive and social curling experience for 2SLGBTQ+ individuals and allies in Ottawa. By prioritizing accessibility, fun, and community connection, the club creates a welcoming space where participants can engage with the sport while building meaningful relationships.

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  • Centre 33

    Centre 33 is a community health and resource centre serving youth and adults in Ottawa, with a focus on providing accessible, inclusive, and non-judgmental support services. Through health care, harm reduction, housing support, and community programming, Centre 33 works to meet individuals where they are at—prioritizing dignity, equity, and culturally responsive care for diverse communities, including 2SLGBTQ+ individuals.

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