Geeks on Ice 2011

I wanted to take the following opportunity to thank each of you for your past involvement with Geeks on Ice. I have been receiving several inquiries lately on the status of the 2011 tournament. It is with regret that I have to inform you that there will not be a tournament in the spring of 2011. I have recently accepted the new exciting career opportunity which requires my full attention and a significant time commitment. I will share the details of this new opportunity in the near future.

I have enjoyed working with each of you over the last couple of years to witness the positive impact we have had together in our community. Please keep in touch and I look forward to crossing paths with each of you in my new role. Should you have any concerns or comments, please contact me via email.

Kind regards,

Trevor MacAusland

The Rising Stars Most Generous Team: and the winner is...

The Rising Stars Most Generous Team award is given to the team that makes the biggest charitable contribution through raffle ticket sales and pledges. For 2010, we have the closest margin ever between the top 3 teams. The results were so close that we needed to have a recount by a third party to validate the results.

The most charitable team for 2010 will enjoy a private two hour party in the Eric Molson Hospitality Suite for 20 people courtesy of Molson Canada.

Congratulations to all the teams for answering our call to eliminate the digital divide, however; join us in congratulating the Service Canada team for claiming the top prize!

The breakdown of charitable contributions is as follows:

Total combined contributions from the teams and their fans was $1270.00. We are projecting that after expenses (Ice rental, Officials, Canteen, etc), the tournament will have raised close to $3000 for the Future Focus Foundation. Thank you to everyone who participated!

Geeks on Ice would like to thank its sponsors T4G Limited, Holiday Inn Express and Moosers Pub and Eatery.

Great Geek Raffle Winners

This year's Great Geek Raffle was a huge success and raised just over $1200.00 in ticket sales for the Future Focus Foundation. We'd like to thank everyone who bought and sold tickets this weekend. Our winners are:

1st Prize:

(2) Platinum Tickets to CFL Touchdown Atlantic & Free Night’s Stay at Holiday Inn Express

Winner:
Craig Lutes
Moncton, NB
Geeks Team: Exxon Stubbies

2nd Prize:

(2) Platinum Tickets to CFL Touchdown Atlantic

Winner:
Lisa Bourbonnais
Dieppe, NB
Geeks Team: Speilo

Congrats to our winners! You will be contacted in the next couple of days to arrange delivery of your prizes.

Geeks on Ice would like to thank its sponsors T4G Limited, Holiday Inn Express and Moosers Pub and Eatery.

First Responders/Experienced First Aiders: Want a chance to win tickets to the sold out CFL's Touchdown Atlantic game?

Greetings Everyone!

The 7th Annual Geeks on Ice fundraising hockey tournament
is looking for First Responders / Experienced First Aiders to be on hand during their 3 day tournament happening April 23rd, 24th and 25th.

For every game that a First Responder /First Aider volunteers at,
United Way will enter their name in The Great Geek Raffle!


Grand Prize:
(2) Platinum tickets to the SOLD OUT CFL Touchdown Atlantic Game and a
FREE night's accommodation voucher to the Magnetic Hill Holiday Inn Express

2nd Prize
(2) Platinum tickets to the SOLD OUT CFL Touchdown Atlantic Game

Games are 1 hour in length. First Responders /First Aiders can volunteer 1 hour for one ballot or 3 hours for 3 ballots...there is not limit.

If you or your colleagues/staff are interested in helping out and possibly winning a couple of CFL tickets please contact Micha at:
mfardy@moncton.unitedway.ca or 858-8600

A flyer and game times are attached - feel free to share with your networks or post in your offices.

For more information on Geeks On Ice
and how IT professionals are giving back to our community go to: www.geeksonice.com

Geeks on Ice is a beacon of pride for our region and ICT professionals from across Atlantic Canada. The annual hockey tournament is a community driven initiative that has promoted networking among ICT professionals, encouraged health and wellness and used profits from the event to invest in non-profit organizations in an effort to eliminate technology barriers.


Micha Fardy
Director of Community Development/Directrice du développement communautaire
United Way of Greater Moncton & Southeastern NB Region Inc./Centraide de la région du Grand Moncton et du sud-est du N.-B. inc.
Tel./Tél.: 506-858-8600
Fax/Téléc.: 506-858-0584
www.gmsenbunitedway.ca

I believe in my community.
I believe that its success depends on the people who live in it.
Je crois en l’avenir de ma communauté.
Je crois que son succès dépend de ses membres.

Inspire - Build - Change
Inspirer - batir - changer


Geeks on Ice would like to thank its sponsors T4G Limited, Holiday Inn Express and Moosers Pub and Eatery.

The Great Geek Raffle

The Great Geek Raffle

Geeks on Ice would like to thank its sponsors T4G Limited, Holiday Inn Express and Moosers Pub and Eatery.

Rule Changes, Waivers and Roster

Email to all Team Captains:

We're only 14 days until the first puck drop! Hope everyone is getting excited? Based on feedback from team captains and committee members we have made a few changes to our rules and how we will handle player registrations and roster changes this year. Please read the following:

Roster:

Team captains must submit their final team rosters by Friday April 16th (5PM). We recommend that you add all your spare players to your roster sheet in case of injure. This is important because any player who is not on your final roster on April 16th will be ineligible to play in the tournament. There will be no exceptions! We need to enforce this policy for a couple of reasons. First, in order to be efficient our committee will input player names into the score sheets. Second, Rod (See Below) will be reviewing the rosters to ensure that no players that have been suspended from the tournament are permitted to play.

Rules:

We have made several changes to the rules this year. In principle the rules are the same for slap shots, etc, however; we have eliminated Team Penalty Accumulations and added stronger stick infraction rules in an effort to simplify the officiating of our games. As well, we will be following NBAHA rules. We'll be sending a meeting request for a conference call with all team captains next week to go over the rules and address any concerns or questions you might have. Rod will also be meeting with the officials to ensure they have a strong grasp of the rules. Also, I have attached a document Rule Change Modifications.pdf that contains the changes made to our rules document so you can see the changes, feel free to share with your players.

Click here to see 2010 Rules:

Click here for a list of Rule Changes

Waivers:

As previous years, each player who is playing in the tournament will need to sign the attached waiver form prior to your first game. In an effort to make the process easier for everyone, we recommend that you have your waivers ready when you arrive at the rink.

Click here to download Waiver

The committee has appointed a Compliance Officer for the tournament to be a point of contact for you, to handle player registrations and enforce the tournament rules. His name is Rod Poirier and he has an extensive background as a minor hockey player, coach and referee. For any inquiries you might have during the tournament regarding rules or rosters please direct your questions to Rod.

Geeks on Ice would like to thank its sponsors T4G Limited, Holiday Inn Express and Moosers Pub and Eatery.

GEEKS KICKOFF 2010 HOCKEY TOURNAMENT WITH A “FOCUS” ON YOUTH

Moncton, nb, March 30, 2010: Geeks on Ice are gearing up for their seventh annual charitable hockey tournament. Since 2003, the tournament has attracted IT professionals to the Moncton area to play in a three-day event which raises money to invest in initiatives that help reduce the impact of the digital divide. Since its inception, the tournament has raised more than $30,000 to help build computer labs and make other technology upgrades for local non-profit organizations.

This year’s tournament will take place in Dieppe from April 23-25^th at the Arthur J. LeBlanc Centre and feature geek skaters from IT organizations like T4G Limited, Speilo and Gogii Games. The public is welcome to attend the games and related special events.

For 2010, Geeks on Ice has chosen to team up with Future Focus Foundation, the philanthropic arm of T4G Limited. It is a registered charity with the Canada Revenue Agency.

With a regional office in Moncton, T4G is pleased that Future Focus is partnering in a project that has demonstrated a high social return on investment. The executive director, Andrew Sifton, is “delighted at the idea of overcoming the digital divide”. The foundation’s mandate is to “help children succeed” in communities across Canada and it is pleased to be supporting an event that will benefit the community of Greater Moncton.

“It is our core belief that every child deserves a chance to succeed,” said Geeks on Ice founder Trevor MacAusland. “The digital divide has created a barrier for troubled youth who see a career in the ICT sector as a way out. Our goal is to bridge this divide and make that dream a reality.”

Mr. MacAusland says the initiative is garnering support from regional IT companies. Geeks on Ice and Future Focus Foundation will be working with the Greater Moncton and Southeastern NB Region United Way to identify which projects in the Greater Moncton area will receive the funding.

Geeks on Ice would like to thank their sponsors T4G Limited, Magnetic Hill Holiday Inn Express and Mooser's Pub & Eatery for their support as well as the Greater Moncton and Southeastern NB Region United Way for their past and current support as a local community partner.

For more information about how to enter a team or sponsorship opportunities at the tournament, go to www.GeeksonIce.com.For more info about Future Focus Foundation go to http://www.futurefocusfoundation.com/

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Media Contact:

Geeks on Ice:

Trevor MacAusland

506-863-8096

tmacausland@gmail.com

Future Focus:

Andrew Sifton

Executive Director

506-292-9332

andrew.sifton@futurefocusfoundation.com

United Way of Greater Moncton and Southeastern NB:

Micha Fardy

506-858-8600

mfardy@moncton.unitedway.ca

Geeks on Ice would like to thank its sponsors T4G Limited, Holiday Inn Express and Moosers Pub and Eatery.

Are you ready to rock?

Are you ready to rock? Turning Points Youth Center is hosting a Rock-A-Thon on August 29^th, 2009 and we need your help. My daughter Emma and I have agreed to raise pledges for this event to ensure that the organization can remain operational during the upcoming school year. Our goal is to raise $1000.00.

For those of you not familiar with Turning Points, their mission is to assist youth parents & their children reach their fullest potential as graduates, parents and citizens by providing programs & services that enable them to successfully complete their education & develop effective parenting skills.

Most young mothers drop out of school before the birth of their baby and many of those mothers do not complete high school. The impact of dropping out will extend into the next generation. Abandoning high school today creates a greater risk of perpetuating a cycle of poverty in the future for their children.

Did you know?

• In a youth pregnancy, two generations are at risk! Most young parents drop out of school before the birth of their baby.
• Approximately every three days a young mother age 19 or younger gives birth in a Greater Moncton area hospital.
• Turning Points has helped over 292 young mothers obtain an education and become self-sufficient. This amounts to an approx. savings of $48,472,000.00 to the taxpayers of New Brunswick.

Our Request:

Emma and I need your help so dig deep and pledge whatever you can by Friday, August 28th, 2009. We appreciate any amount no matter how big or small.

To contribute or help, please choose one of the following:

• Go to our online pledge sheet: CLICK HERE

• Send me an email with your contact info at tmacausland@gmail.com

• Call me at (506) 863-8096

• Share this information with your network of contacts

Your support can make a world of difference for individuals who want to succeed! You can make a difference in the lives of young mothers and children across New Brunswick by making a contribution today.

Kind regards,

Trevor MacAusland
Geeks on Ice

Tel: 506.852.8096
www.GeeksonIce.com
Tmacausland@gmail.com

http://twitter.com/GeeksonIce
http://www.linkedin.com/in/tmacausland

“Leadership is the ability to do, not the ability to state” ~Paul Von Ringelheim

GEEKS ARRIVE AT A TURNING POINT

April 8, 2009

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

GEEKS ARRIVE AT A TURNING POINT

Moncton, NB – Geeks on Ice United Way of Greater Moncton and Southeastern NB have done it again! This year’s charitable hockey tournament took place this past weekend at the J-Louis Levesque arena. The event rose over $1100.00 for Turning Points Youth Center. Funds will be used to help overcome digital barriers for the agency whose goal it is to help youth parents finish high school and give them the opportunity to pursue post-secondary education.

When asked what Geeks on Ice meant to Turning Points Youth Center, board member Claudette Leger said: “It represents a new beginning for Turning Points. Our agency relies heavily on technology to ensure that young mothers can finish assignments on time, conduct research over the internet and in some cases use eLearning as a means to complete their GED. Access to technology is no longer a luxury, it is a necessity”.

According to Human Resources and Social Development NB, the financial return on investment to taxpayers for supporting a teen parent in becoming self-reliant through education can be upwards to $141,000.00.

This statistic is not lost on Geeks on Ice founder, Trevor MacAusland.

“Turning Points Youth Center mandate aligns perfectly with our goal to eradicate the digital divide. Youth parents face incredible challenges, technology or lack thereof should not be one of them” said MacAusland. “It is no coincidence that Moncton was named this year as one of the ICF’s Top 7 Intelligent Communities. We are a model for others to follow on the way we embrace technology. Moncton has demonstrated over the years that when given access to proper infrastructure the region is competitive throughout the world in the broadband economy. We are fortunate to be living in such a progressive and compassionate community”.

This year’s event was low key compared to previous years due to logistical challenges, however; organizers maintain that Geeks on Ice is still on track with its 5-year goal to host teams from across the world. Even in our current economic climate, Geeks on Ice hosted players from as far as Toronto. Companies who participated were T4G Limited, Service Canada, Moncton Flight College, GTECH, Oracle, Aliant and Gogii Games.

On Sunday afternoon, fans witnessed Gogii Games successfully defend the Whitehill Cup, while Oracle walked away with the RisingStars.ca Most Generous Geeks Award for raising the most pledges.

Geeks on Ice organizers say that they will begin working on the 2010 edition of the tournament over the summer and continue to help those without regular affective access to digital technology overcome the divide. Meanwhile, Turning Points will be launching their $2 for 2 Generations campaign this spring.

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Media Contact:

Geeks on Ice: Trevor MacAusland 863-8096

United Way of Greater Moncton and Southeastern NB: Micha Fardy 858-8600

Great Geeks Raffle Winners Announced

Winners of the Turning Points Youth Center/United Way of Greater Moncton and Southeastern NB Geeks on Ice raffle draw are:

1. 2 hrs at the Molson Hospitality Suite: Diane MacDonald


2. iPod Touch: Aaron Harquail


3. iPod Nano: Jim Lafferty


4. iPod Suffle: David Hackett

The raffle helped Geeks on Ice raise $1138.00 for Turning Points Youth Center. Thank you to all of those who bought tickets.

The Great Geek Raffle

You could win an iPod Touch!

Two Grand Prizes:

1. Ipod Touch
2. 2hrs @ the Molson Hospitality Suite

Cost: 1 for $2 / 3 for $5 (Open to the public)


Proceeds are going towards building a computer lab for Turning Points Youth Center


Draw: April 5th before the Championship Game @ 3:00 pm


To purchase tickets:

• Call (506) 858-8600
• Ask your Team Captain
• Talk to a United Way representative at the Geeks on Ice tournament.
  
  
  
  

Geeks are Reaching a Turning Point

Since 2003, Geeks on Ice have been helping those who are impacted by the Digital Divide. The Digital Divide refers to the gap between those with regular, effective access to digital and information technology, and those without this access. Everyone knows that we live in very connected world. Given the current state of the global economy combined with the shift in consumer patterns of the emerging X and Y generations, non-profits are struggling to find new means to offer services and raise funding.

While many for-profit companies have become reliant on technological innovations to connect with online communities and empower employees, the non-profit sector faces an uphill climb. In recent years we have made it our mission to transform non-profit agencies like BUILT Network, Ability Transit, Support for Single Parents and the Riverview Boys and Girls Club into digital havens.

We are pleased to announce that 2009 is no exception! Geeks on Ice have selected Turning Points Youth Parent Center (http://www.scribd.com/doc/13711493/Turning-Points-Youth-Center) as this year’s recipient. Turning Points is an exceptional organization that provides support to teen parents in obtaining their high school diploma. It is said that in a teenage pregnancy, two generations are at risk; through the support of Turning Points teenage parents can ensure a bright future for themselves and their child.

Geeks on Ice are raising money to help build a computer lab so that teenage parents have access to the equipment they need to complete assignments and receive tutoring. Your organization can make a significant difference in the lives of of neighbours and invest in our community’s future by doing any of the following:

· Raise pledges using our pledge sheet: (http://www.scribd.com/doc/13714542/Geeks-on-Ice-2009-Pledge-Sheet)
· Buy raffle tickets at the Geeks on Ice tournament from April 2-5th
· Donate computer equipment to help build a computer lab
· Volunteer your time and expertise
· Contact Micha Fardy at 506.858.8600 for all other inquiries

Finally, If your team is playing in the Geeks on Ice tournament, then you are eligible for the Rising Stars Most Generous Geeks award going to the team/organization that raises the most amount of money during the tournament. Service Canada has won the award every year since it was introduced back in 2005.

For more information on the tournament and the fundraiser, or to volunteer go to http://www.geeksonice.com/ or email geeksonice@gmail.com.

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Media Contact:
Geeks on Ice: Trevor MacAusland 872-2348

United Way of Greater Moncton and Southeastern NB: Micha Fardy 858-8600

Geeks on Ice Countdown Begins...

• So it's almost April and to my delight, people I run into on the streets of Moncton keep asking where the Geeks are?
• Before I can answer that question, I must recap on our 2008 tournament which was another huge success. Geeks on ice raised thousands of dollars that benifitted the BUILT Network and Ability Transit. A special thanks Mike Morey's crew from Southampton Computers (http://www.shmcomputers.com/) who setup the BUILT computer lab. I also want to add many thanks and applause to our volunteers and participants who each year make a significant contribution to our goal in eliminating the digital divide!
  
  We are pleased to announce that the 2009 edition of Geeks on Ice (http://www.geeksonice.com/) is taking place from April 2nd-5th at the Universite de Moncton arena in Moncton, NB.

Geeks are taking a different approach to the tournament this year and have scaled down the event due to scheduling conflicts. Gone for this year are the major tournament sponsorships, player bags, Geek pucks and inflatable bouncing dragons (see family zone in 2008..), instead we have turned to our roots of an eight team ice hockey tournament while enabling networking among peers and promoting the negative impact the digital divide has in our community!

Because of scheduling conflicts with the Ford World Curling Championships, the Moncton Wildcats playoff and volunteer schedules we were afraid we would have to postpone the 2009 edition of Geeks on Ice. However, like knights in shining armour the Dieppe Commandos who will be hosting the Fred Page Cup in April offered Geeks an opportunity to hit the ice in 2009.

Being eternal optimists, we decided to plan a tournament in 4-weeks rather than our tradition 8-month time frame. Geeks are not afraid of a challenge!

While the compressed planning schedule has offered some sleepless nights thus far, we are happy to announce the eight teams that will hit the ice in less than 12 days. These teams are traveling from as far away as Toronto, Ont to Moncton:

Aliant

T4G

Gogii Games

Bud Light Aces

Service Canada

Moncton Flight College

Oracle

GTech

Our committee is ironing out the final details of the event so stay tuned for more exciting news from Geeks on Ice... In the meantime.. Keep your stick on the ice!

Cheers,

Trevor MacAusland

Geeks on Ice Founder

P.S. We need volunteers to run the game clock or prizes for game MVP's so if you'd like to promote your company or donate some time, call me at (506) 863-8096

Geeks set to Lace Up

March 5, 2009

Moncton, NB – Registration is now open for the 6th annual Geeks on Ice hockey tournament. Since 2003, individuals and organizations who share a passion for technology, community and hockey participate in this charitable family oriented event which helps fund investments in hardware and software upgrades for non-profit agencies across southeastern New Brunswick.

The tournament committee has set a deadline of March 16th, 2009 for registration. Only 8 teams will be allowed to play in the event, so register early! Organizations that are interested in participating can do so by visiting www.GeeksonIce.com or reaching the organizers at geeksonice@gmail.com.

Geeks on Ice will run from April 2nd-5th at the Arena Jean-Louis Levesque (Universite de Moncton). Registration runs at $700.00 per team and guarantees 3 games with the potential to advance to the championship game where two teams will compete for the Whitehill Cup.

For more information on the tournament or the charitable campaign, contact geeksonice@gmail.com or go to www.GeeksOnIce.com.

Answer the Call: Ability Transit

I am hoping that you, a group of you or someone you know has the time and skill required to assist Geeks on Ice/United Way with the following volunteer deliverable. Ability Transit requires a dispatchin gsolution to help those they serve schedule drives and for the agency itself to run more efficiently.

The requirements are:
1. Only one user will be administering the schedule, however; scheduleshould be accessible to anyone who needs to see it.

2. There is no preference on the type of platform (Excel, Ajax, Java,GoogleDocs, etc).

3. Metrics needed:
a. Vehicle Schedule
b. Client Bookings
c. Driver Sheets (contain time, name of client, pick-up location, dropoff location, payment info and driver comments)

4. No deadline for delivery, but early fall would be appreciated.

Client Comments:

"I am looking for some sort of program or design aprogram (calendar type) so that my dispatcher can type in a date and time that someone is requesting and it will show up as to which bus(we have 3) has that time slot open, need to be able to make changes,need it to be able to type in regular clients' bookings like our Mon-Fri 9-5 clients, need to be able to print out these drivers sheetsto give out to the drivers"

The service that Ability Transit provides to our community is critical as many disabled people require transportation to work and play a bigger part of society.

If you are willing to answer the call, please, contact for AbilityTransit is Ginette Landry ability_transit@rogers.com. Please cc me,tmacausland@gmail.com on your reply to Ginette.

Kind regards,

Trevor MacAusland
Chairman
Geeks on Ice
Tel: 506.852.8096
www.GeeksonIce.com
Tmacausland@gmail.com

Geeks on Ice would like to thank its 2008 sponsors the City of Moncton, Enterprise Greater Moncton and Molson Breweries.

Pop Quiz

Question: What do you get when combine Venture Capital, Startups and Social Media?

Answer: You get this month's Third Tuesday event in Moncton, NB!

Those in attendance will be treated to a presentation by Jevon MacDonald of Startupnorth.ca. Attendance is free and those interested in participating are encouraged to register at: http://publicrelations.meetup.com/99/calendar/8067791/

Details:
Presentations Jevon MacDonald - www.startupnorth.ca/ - Venture Capital, Start-Ups & Social Media

Panel: Social Media Marketing Do's & Dont's - local leading experts

Video Interviews: 2-3 minute interviews to promote your company, or project.

Twitter.com Station! Get signed-up, and learn how to integrate your blog & Facebook.

Geeks on Ice would like to thank its 2008 sponsors the City of Moncton, Enterprise Greater Moncton and Molson Breweries.

Why An IT Alliance?

Why An IT Alliance?

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Are you the Gipper?

Legendary football coach Knute Rockne gave his "Win One for the Gipper" speech to the Notre Dame players at halftime of the 1928 game against Army. As it turns out, Rockne’s speech inspired the Fighting Irish to go on beat the Cadets from West Point, further cementing his legacy as one of the sport’s all-time greatest coaches.

Roughly 80 years later, PropertyGuys.com is looking for someone with Rockne-like qualities to join their team in a coaching capacity. Canada’s 2008 Franchisor of the Year is looking for two professionals ready to take their coaching skills to the next level and help mentor and guide our franchisees in the field.

If you think you might be someone (or you know someone) who can inspire others to go out and “Win One for the Gipper” click here: http://www.careerbeacon.com/search/en/34/-1/62/-1/0/0/3/MB0805150016

Geeks on Ice would like to thank its 2008 sponsors the City of Moncton, Enterprise Greater Moncton and Molson Breweries.

Geeks on Ice Event Schedule and Details

Hello Raving Fans,

We'll Geeks on Ice is upon us once again! We hope you are as excited about our 5th annual hockey tournament as we are? In order to provide some insight on what we have planned for you and your families this weekend, our team has decided to send you this descriptive calendar of events, similar to the calendar posted on our website and on FaceBook.

This year, Geeks on Ice will feature 3 major events which are opened to participants and the general public. They are: Geeks on Ice Hockey Tournament, The United Way Family Fun Zone and Molson Geekfest.

Hockey Tournament:
The first official puck drop will take place on Friday, April 18th by City of Moncton Deputy Mayor Merrill Henderson. In the opening game, the first ever female team les Acadiennes on Blades take on Skywire Software @ 5PM.






United Way Family Fun Zone:
From 1pm to 4pm on Saturday, April 19th children of tournament participants and members of the public get the chance to participate in a fun filled afternoon of games, slides, face painting, mascots, reading corners, food and etc..

The best part is, it's FREE to attend!!!! Tell your co-workers, friends and family members...


Details:
1) Dragon 4 in 1(jumping area, an obstacle course, ladder ramp and slide)
2) Dalmatian Bouncer/Slide
3) Fastest Shot Speed Radar System
4) 5-hole Hockey Shootout
5) Balloon Twisting
6) Face painting
7) English and Francais reading corners for children
8) Celebrity Mascots

Molson Geekfest:
Join our Denis Gaudet at 8:30pm on Saturday, April 19th for Molson Geekfest! This is our traditional networking event for tournament participants, family members, friends and members of the public whom over 19 years of age.

Molson Geekfest is hosted by the Slapshots Bar and Grill located in the Moncton 4 Ice Center.

Highlights include:
-Molson Drink Specials
-Free WiFi by Red Ball Internet, don't forget your laptop -Hockey Night in Canada
-Special Geeks edition of Coaches Corner sponsored by Martell Homes (http://www.themartellexperience.com/) - 9pm
-Rising Stars Most Generous Geeks Award Presentation
-Raffle prizes by Molson

..and you can win one of 2 Nintendo Wii game consoles by purchasing tickets for our raffle draw!

We ask that anyone attending please drink responsibly and designate a sober driver or call for transportation.

Lastly, HAVE FUN! This week is a celebration of the contribution that knowledge economy workers (you) make to your community. Meet as many of your peers as possible and we encourage that all participants serve as community ambassadors at the event. Feel free to Twitter, FaceBook, Blog, YouTube or Digg us at the event!

Cheers,

Trevor MacAusland
Geeks on Ice Committee Member

Geeks on Ice would like to thank its 2008 sponsors the City of Moncton, Enterprise Greater Moncton and Molson Breweries.

Geeks on Ice Raffle: Win one of Two Nintendo Wii's

Raffle tickets are now available for the 2008 Geeks on Ice charitable hockey tournament. There are many prizes to be won including one of two Nintendo Wii game consoles that are up for grabs!

Tickets are 1 for $2 or 3 for $5. the draw takes place at Molson Geekfest on Saturday, April 19th. You do not have to be in attendance to claim your prize.

Proceeds of ticket sales will towards technology upgrades for two local non-profit agencies in their fight to eliminate the digital divide!

Ability Transit provides transportation services to those persons with disabilities and no mode of transportation. They are looking for new computers for operations and scheduling as well as update their dispatch system.

BUILT Network(http://moncton.builtnetwork.ca/index.html) is a Customer Service Representative program developed specifically to provide persons with disabilities the opportunity to come together as a team to increase workplace skills and ethics. Geeks on Ice will use the funds raised build a computer lab by purchasing 12 new computers.

Tickets can be purchased at the Geeks on Ice tournament from April 18th-19th or by contacting the Greater Moncton and Southeastern NB region United Way at (506) 858-8600.



Geeks on Ice would like to thank its 2008 sponsors the City of Moncton, Enterprise Greater Moncton and Molson Breweries.