The community woke up to heartbreak.
In August, the community staple was extensively damaged, and now it sits unused and has snow inside. The Foxwarren Arena's roof was torn apart by strong winds that reached upwards of 120 kilometres per hour in August.
Danny Johnston remembers driving to the arena on August 25 and was heartbroken to learn what the winds had done to the arena, a facility that he had spent more than half of his life in as did his mother and sister.
"That was gut wrenching, a day that I will never forget, for all the wrong reasons," said Johnston. "That arena is everything to me as well as any other kid that grew up in this community."
For Amber Moulson and her three kids, the Foxwarren Arena is more than just a rink—it’s where memories are made. It’s where they lace up their skates, glide across the ice, and share laughter with friends. It’s where parents come together, cheering from the stands and building lifelong connections. But last August, that sense of community was ripped away when the arena was forced to close. The heartbreak still lingers, but hope is on the horizon—if you step up.
Foxwarren Arena has been nominated for the $250,000 Kraft Hockeyville grand prize, a lifeline that could repair the roof and bring this beloved gathering place back to life. But it won’t happen without your support. The power is in your hands.
Nominations close Sunday at 11:59:59 PM. Don’t wait—every story counts. Let’s bring Foxwarren’s heartbeat back to the ice.
"We are a hockey town with hockey people and lots of hockey history," said Moulson. "We have just been sitting here in limbo since the storm. This winter has been quite hard for our community."
What you need to do now is head to Kraft Hockeyville. That's where you'll share your special story of the Foxwarren Arena with any photos you have and a special note. Each story gives the Foxwarren Arena 10 rally points, each rally photo is three rally points, and each rally note is one rally point.
For Amber, the Foxwarren arena means everything.
"I would say it's the glue that keeps everyone in this community intertwined," ended Moulson. "It's a place where we all band together, everyone of all ages. The kids play and run wild through the rink, and for the parents, we get together and socialize. It's the home base for so many organizations and events."
Kraft Hockeyville and Foxwarren Arena are a perfect match—both built on passion, community, and a love for the game.
Now, you have the power to help bring the magic back to life. Share your stories, rally your neighbours, and show why Foxwarren deserves this win
