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By CKPG Today

Charity

Kickass playoff watch parties to support Prince George Hospice

Jun 10, 2025 | 11:59 AM

PRINCE GEORGE —Prince George residents have a great opportunity to have fun cheering on the Edmonton Oilers this week – and for a great cause.

The Prince George Hospice and Palliative Care Society, in partnership with Pacific Western Brewing, have announced PG’s Kickass NHL Finals Watch Party – a free, family-friendly event that invites the community to come together to cheer on Canada’s team in the Stanley Cup Finals while raising funds for hospice care.

The event will be hosted at the Pacific Western Brewing Party Lot (641 North Nechako Road) and promises a festival-style atmosphere with a giant LED video screen, a $5 drink bar, food vendors, live music, games, prizes, and community spirit at its finest. Event Schedule:

• Game 4: Thursday, June 12 — Gates open at 4:30pm; game starts at 5:00pm

• Game 5: Saturday, June 14 — Gates open at 3:30pm; game starts at 5:00pm o Featuring live music from The Chris Goodwin Band from 3:30 to 5:00pm

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All proceeds will support the Prince George Hospice and Palliative Care Society, providing essential endof-life care to families in the community. Entry is free — donations at the gate are encouraged.

“We are incredibly grateful to be part of this event,” said Donna Flood, Executive Director of the Prince George Hospice and Palliative Care Society. “Prince George has always been a place where community comes together to support each other, and this Watch Party is a testament to that spirit. Every dollar raised will make a meaningful difference in the lives of those receiving hospice care, in particular with our Hospice at Home program where the dollars raised will go to support”

The event originated as a spontaneous idea from Kyle Sampson, Manager, Northern BC at Pacific Western Brewing, who was inspired by the community’s enthusiasm to bring it to life.

“The idea came to me on a whim late Friday night, and I put out a quick social post just to test the waters — I was blown away by how fast and excitedly people expressed support,” said Sampson. “The interest from local businesses and community members was immediate. It’s been incredible to watch this come together so quickly and to see so many local sponsors step up to make it happen. This event is a true win-win-win: the community gets to celebrate together, hospice receives vital support, and the sponsors of the event, get welldeserved recognition for their generosity and commitment to our community. And let me be clear — the sponsors of this event are the real heroes. Every business that stepped up with just one day’s notice did so because they believe in two things: creating fun opportunities for people to come together and giving back wherever possible. We’re going to have fun — and Hospice is going to get the support it needs, and it’s all thanks to the incredible sponsors!”