Financial Aid Options
Do you require financial assistance?
Families that require financial assistance may apply to one of the following programs. Hockey Calgary provides funding only through the Flames Even Strength Program (FESP) application. You will be required to complete your FESP application online and submit it directly to Hockey Calgary. FESP Application
FESP funding for 2023-2024 is set at a maximum of $700.00.
Please see the FESP website for full and up-to-date information: HERE
Based on the maximum, if you are applying for financial assistanc,e you are required to pay your portion of the registration fees owing, upon registration. Please see below:
All members applying for financial assistance must register online before submitting their documentation. When registering online, please be sure to choose the appropriate FESP:
- Community Hockey
- House League
Please see the Payments tab for the ways that you can pay.
** Please Note ** Some programs deny you the ability to apply for more than one funding resource. Please ensure that you apply for funding through FESP, this is the program that is mandated by Hockey Calgary.
Flames Even Strength Program
The Flames Even Strength Program helps families cover the cost of hockey registration fees, thanks largely to the title sponsor, the Calgary Flames - Flames Foundation for Life. This program has given away more than $3,200,000.00 to children in need since 1998. Families who want to apply for this funding must complete the online FESP form.
** The application process for the 2025-2026 season will open June 15, 2025, at 2 pm, and the deadline to apply is October 15. The process is an online form submitted directly to Hockey Calgary for review. Click here for instructions on how to complete the 2023/24 Flames Even Strength Assistance form. Please contact us at registrar@mcknighthockey.com should you have any questions.
Click here for the 2023/24 Flames Even Strength Assistance form (fillable form can also be found on the Hockey Calgary website). Make sure that all of your documents are uploaded otherwise your application will be denied.
Please note that your financial assistance information is kept strictly confidential.
Help with Gear/Equipment
If you are approved for financial assistance and require equipment for your player/goalie, you may request assistance through Comrie's Sports Equipment Bank. Anyone who qualifies for the Flames Even Strength Program also qualifies for Flames Sports Equipment Bank. Please contact us at registrar@mcknighthockey.com if you require equipment.
**If you received FESP funding in 2022-2023season you are pre-approved for equipment and can contact Flames Sports Equipment Bank to set up an appointment.
Hockey Canada Assist Fund