The Vancouver Canucks return to Surrey Sept. 8 for the 41st Jake Milford Charity Invitational, raising funds for kids and families across B.C.
Surrey Hosts Canucks’ Annual Season Kickoff
The Vancouver Canucks will gather at Northview golf courses in Surrey on Monday, Sept. 8, for the 41st Jake Milford Charity Invitational. The event marks the team’s traditional pre-season launch and unites players, coaches, alumni, and executives on the greens before training camp.
A Legacy Tournament with Community Impact
Known as “The Jake,” the invitational commemorates former Canucks general manager Jake Milford, who led the team in the late 1970s and early 1980s before his passing in 1984. Beyond its roots in hockey history, the event generates vital support for two charities: the Canucks For Kids Fund and the Vancouver Canucks Alumni Foundation.
How the Fundraising Works
Entry fees are set at $2,500 for individual golfers and $8,500 for a three-player team hosted by a Canucks personality, from active players to alumni. An online raffle, featuring an 18K white gold diamond bracelet valued at $16,600, adds to the fundraising drive. Raffle sales close at 5 p.m. on tournament day.
Past Success Inspires 2025 Event
Last year’s tournament raised nearly $588,000, underscoring the event’s importance for children and families across British Columbia. Organizers say the Surrey tournament continues to symbolize both the Canucks’ community commitment and their bond with fans ahead of each new season.
What Follows the Tournament
Following the invitational, the Canucks will head to Penticton for training camp at the South Okanagan Events Centre from Sept. 18–21. Pre-season play begins Sept. 21 in Seattle, with their first Canadian exhibition match set for Sept. 24 in Abbotsford against the Calgary Flames.
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