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SCEPTRES VS. FROST
SUNDAY, MARCH 8
12:00 PM ET

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The Toronto Sceptres Black History Celebration Unity Game is rooted in month-long community engagement throughout February, designed in partnership with Black-led organizations, cultural institutions, and community leaders across the Greater Toronto Area. The celebration honors Black history, culture, and contributions both within and beyond sport, centering relationship-building, storytelling, and meaningful connection throughout the month.

Game-day programming builds upon these February community appearances and collaborations, bringing those stories into the arena through in-game recognition, video storytelling, and community welcomes. All programming is developed collaboratively with community partners to ensure authenticity, respect, and lasting community impact beyond game night.

In-Arena Programming

Ceremonial Puck Drop
The ceremonial puck drop will be performed by Monica Wright Rogers. Wright Rogers is a respected leader in professional women’s basketball and currently serves as General Manager of the WNBA’s Toronto Tempo. Her participation reflects cross-sport collaboration and highlights Black leadership across professional women’s sports in Toronto. The moment celebrates shared values of excellence, equity, and community impact while strengthening connections between the city’s women’s sport landscape.

In-Game Recognition and Storytelling
The following community engagements will be recognized via PA reads and videoboard throughout the game:

  • Group welcomes and video recaps highlighting player-activated visits with Chubby’s Jamaican Kitchen
  • Acknowledgement and support of the Women of Colour Hockey Collective rebrand and continued community impact
  • Group welcome and video recap of the Hockey Diversity Alliance player visit, highlighting a Sceptres surprise-and-delight appearance at an HDA community event
  • Group welcome and video recap of the Jean Augustine Centre for Girls player visit, marking 30 years since Jean Augustine introduced Black History Month into the Canadian Senate

Featured Community Organizations

  • Jean Augustine Centre for Girls

    The Jean Augustine Centre for Girls is dedicated to empowering Black girls and young women through mentorship, leadership development, and community-centered programming. Serving girls ages 7 to 17, the Centre focuses on building self-esteem, confidence, and self-worth while broadening horizons and supporting personal growth through experiential learning opportunities. Grounded in values of empowerment, mentorship, leadership, and civic engagement, the Centre creates supportive spaces where girls are encouraged to develop skills, build meaningful relationships with positive role models, and understand the importance of giving back to their communities. Founded by the Honourable Jean Augustine, the Centre continues her legacy of advocacy, education, and leadership within Canada’s Black communities.

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  • Hockey Diversity Alliance

    The Hockey Diversity Alliance is a trailblazing organization at the forefront of anti-discriminatory advocacy within the hockey community. Founded by a coalition of current and former professional hockey players, HDA works to combat discrimination and advance diversity by addressing systemic barriers across the sport. HDA’s impact extends from the professional level to grassroots communities, providing thousands of youth in underserved communities with free access to ice and ball hockey programming. Beyond access to the game, the organization delivers education initiatives, workshops, and skills training—alongside broader social impact efforts and scholarship support through the Time to Dream Foundation—to help build a more equitable, inclusive hockey ecosystem that reflects the diversity of its global fanbase.

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  • Women of Colour Hockey Collective

    The Women of Colour Hockey Collective is a Canadian-based non-profit organization focused on empowering women and girls of colour within hockey through access, leadership development, and community-building. Through scholarships, mentorship, equipment support, and grassroots programming, WCHC addresses the barriers that limit participation while creating spaces where players feel seen, valued, and supported. Rooted in Canada and connected to a broader global community, WCHC works to build a more inclusive and representative hockey ecosystem at every level of the game.

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  • Chubby's Jamaican Kitchen

    Chubby’s Jamaican Kitchen is a Black-owned, Toronto-based restaurant celebrating Jamaican cuisine, culture, and community. Rooted in the warmth and vibrancy of Caribbean hospitality, Chubby’s blends traditional Jamaican flavors with a modern dining experience, creating a space where food, music, and culture come together. Beyond the kitchen, Chubby’s serves as a cultural gathering place that uplifts Black culture, supports local creatives, and fosters community connection.

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