- Our Story
About Us
- Jeff Kelly
How It All Started
For years, I had given some thought about becoming a volunteer with the Special Needs Community on my retirement. That is exactly what I did, joined full time by my wife Leslie, and daughter Kelsey.
Over the years, we have had the opportunity to coach and mentor 150 of some of the most amazing people and athletes you could hope to meet.
100%
Not-for-Profit
150+
Athletes Coached & Mentored
2018
Celebration of People Award
100% Volunteer Based
No salaries. No honorariums. Every person involved gives their time because they believe in the kids.
The athletes were the real teachers in this journey.
- TEam OSHS
Always & Only About the Kids
The Ottawa Special Hockey Stars is much more than just hockey. It is about courage, self-esteem, confidence, but most importantly the fun and friendships that are being formed by all of us. The OSHS is all about growth and inclusion, integrity, honesty and respect, a template we encourage everyone to follow.
Ottawa Special Hockey Stars is not about me, or the wonderful volunteers associated with the program. It is ‘Always and only about the Kids.’ They deserve all the credit.
The families and their kids, who have trusted our efforts over the years, are entirely responsible for its success.
THE PLAYERS
The heart of OSHS.
THE FAMILIES
The trust behind every season.
THE VOLUNTEERS
The people who give their time and energy.
- Join Us
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If you are interested in helping or want to learn more about volunteer coaching opportunities