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The Vancouver Canucks will host their September training camp in Penticton, British Columbia.
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    The Vancouver Canucks will host their September training camp in Penticton, British Columbia.

    The Vancouver Canucks are headed to the Okanagan Valley.

    The team announced Friday that its training camp will be held in Pentiction, B.C., from Sept. 19-22 at the South Okanagan Events Centre.

    This marks the second event in Penticton for the Canucks in September, as the 2024 Young Stars Classic rookie tournament will also be held there. Top prospects from the Canucks, Calgary Flames, Edmonton Oilers and Winnipeg Jets will play from Sept. 13-16 at the South Okanagan Events Centre.

    “Staying in Penticton for training camp following Young Stars makes perfect sense for our organization,” Jim Rutherford, Canucks president of hockey operations, said in a media release from the team.

    “The facilities are first-class, the fans in the interior are very passionate and the players, coaches and staff really enjoy what the city and region has to offer. Our hockey club is committed to growing the game province-wide and we really enjoy taking our camp to different cities in British Columbia. We look forward to connecting with our fan base in the Okanagan and using these on ice sessions to set the standard and put in place the structure needed for the start of another season.”

    The Canucks have held their training camps in various parts of British Columbia over the years, such as Abbotsford, Courtenay, Duncan, Kamloops, Parksville, Penticton, Powell River, Prince George, Vernon, Victoria and Whistler.

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    The Vancouver Canucks have announced that they will be hosting their September training camp in Penticton, British Columbia this year. This marks the first time in recent history that the team will be holding their pre-season preparations outside of their usual home base in Vancouver.

    Penticton, located in the beautiful Okanagan Valley, has become a popular destination for NHL teams to hold their training camps in recent years. The city offers state-of-the-art facilities, stunning natural surroundings, and a welcoming community that is excited to host professional hockey players.

    The Canucks’ training camp in Penticton will give fans in the area a unique opportunity to see their favorite players up close and personal as they prepare for the upcoming season. It will also provide the team with a chance to bond and build chemistry in a new environment, away from the distractions of the big city.

    In addition to on-ice practices and scrimmages, the Canucks will also be participating in community events and fan interactions during their time in Penticton. This will give local residents and visitors a chance to connect with the team and show their support as they gear up for the start of the regular season.

    Overall, hosting their training camp in Penticton is a win-win for the Vancouver Canucks and the city itself. It allows the team to focus on their preparations in a unique setting, while also giving fans and residents of Penticton a special opportunity to engage with one of the NHL’s most storied franchises.