Recruitment

Becoming a Jet!

History of The Jets
On May 15, 2020, we announced a return to the city as a new expansion team for the 2020-21 season. The original Chilliwack Jets junior team played from 1965 to 1971 in the West Coast Junior Hockey League – the precursor to the PJHL – and won the league title in 1970. Thus, paying tribute to our roots, the Chilliwack Jets were reborn. The Jets have always strived to be a staple in the community of approximately 95,000 people, as well as an integral part of our region, the Fraser Valley. On July 25th, 2023, the Chilliwack Jets announced along with the Pacific Junior Hockey League and BC Hockey the new creation of the Junior “A” league which now gives players a better-born pathway to professional, higher-end hockey. The Chilliwack Jets converted to Junior “A” status committing to the future and players alike locathat we are Chilliwack’s Local Hockey Team.

Philosophy of a Jet
We believe in developing hockey players on and off the ice, to become immersed in the community, committed to higher education, and overall complete all-rounded individuals. Being a Jet means that you believe in yourself and have creative thinking and vision, responsibility, and develop yourself socially in the community. Being a Jet also means believing in building character, appreciating compassion, and stimulating personal growth. Supporting team values, taking ownership of your own development and recognizing team strengths. As a program, we believe in helping those who truly want to help themselves. We aid in the pursuit of scholarships, part-time work, volunteer hours and knowledge of the game but the initiative must be there from the players.

The PJHL 
The PJHL is a premiere development Junior “A” league in BC. There have been numerous players in the PJHL who have gone on to play College, WHL and Professionally. The PJHL is made up of 14 teams (Abbotsford, Aldergrove, Burnaby, Chilliwack, Delta, Langley, Maple Ridge, Mission, North Vancouver, Port Coquitlam, Port Moody, Richmond, Surrey, White Rock) playing in a 44 regular-season game schedule. The playoff champions from the PJHL will play the KIJHL and VIJHL champions along with the host city in a round-robin tournament called yet to be decided. You should compare the teams you are interested in playing for in terms of their operations and history, not just their win-loss records. We feel you will find the Chilliwack Jets’ reputation to be at or near the top league-wide.

Soaring College JETS

    1. Carson Edigar – Concordia University (ACHA DIV I)
    2. Campbell Ens – Briercrest College (ACAC)
    3. Jovan Malay – University of Victoria (BCIHL)
    4. Jaden Lohn – Okangan Lakers (BCIHL)

Ice Time and Scheduling
The Jets practice 3-4 times a week including dryland/weight training. We play an average of two games per week with our home games on Sundays at 5:30 PM. All away games are within an hour’s travel from Chilliwack. Players are responsible for their own travel to most games, for games outside of closer city limits, the Jets travel in style in a charter bus.

Equipment
Jets players will be provided with all outer equipment including pants, gloves and helmets. All under equipment is the responsibility of the player. Players provide their own sticks. The Chilliwack Jets also have their own skate sharpener.

Trainer
The Chilliwack Jets Organization has a dedicated trainer attending games and comes on-site once a week for treatment and assessments. Delaney Brett is a Clinical Services Lead, Practicing Kinesiologist, Pilates Instructor, and Exercise Coach in the community with a strong sports background that specializes in soft tissue therapies and athletic recovery and has taken her Hockey Canada Trainer courses.
Paramedical Staff
The Jets have a dedicated dentist, chiropractor and physiotherapist in the community who work together to provide players with the best care away from home.

Jets Home Games
Jets’ home games are always on Sundays and are action-packed and fun for families to enjoy. If you’ve never been to a Jets home game, you are really missing out on an exciting evening of hard-hitting hockey action. There are lots of prize giveaways every game, as well as numerous draw prizes to be won by entering program contests throughout the year. Every game, a Jr. Jet mini-game takes place, as we support the growth and development of younger hockey players in the community, and with over 180 kids signed up, we truly do help kids succeed in sport! The Jets’ newest addition is hosting Birthday Parties. Enjoy delicious pizza, player autographs, and a Birthday Present for whoever’s celebrating. After the game, some of the Jets players will come to the lobby and be available for fans to get autographs/pictures from the team.

Education
The Jets are committed to promoting our players towards furthering their education with or without hockey. School-age players will be expected to maintain regular attendance in their respective high schools and maintain high academic grades. Chilliwack also houses a campus of the University of the Fraser Valley Trades, which offers university, transfer and credit courses. With many scholarships, bursaries, and grants available, we work with you and your education goals to succeed off the ice.

Scholarship Opportunities
The Jets are happy to help their own players pursue post-education opportunities. We firmly believe in the commitment to further education and growing one’s self for the future. Each year the Jets Team and Executive Directors award 2 players with a $1,000 Scholarship Certificate, along with Jets Community Sponsors who hand out player scholarships.

  1. Clearview Demolition Scholarship (1- $1,000)
  2. Pacific Junior Hockey League’s Chilliwack Jets Scholarships (2 – $1,000)

Jets Community Involvement
Community Involvement is a major component of our organization’s success. Commitment to our community through our players, coaches, volunteers, and partners is something our organization can be proud of. We are committed to a variety of non-profit organizations, elementary schools, indigenous programs, and sporting associations. We work diligently to create a long-lasting partnership with these organizations to assist them in their fundraising efforts and create awareness for them through various community events. It is imperative that each and every member of our team accepts the responsibility of being a Jet not only on the ice but off the ice.

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Jets Player Testimonials

“Coming to the Jets was one of the best choices I made in my hockey career. From the coaching staff, players, staff, and volunteers, it made my last year of hockey a very special one and I would do it all over again if I had the choice. The league and competition were great and to go on the playoffs run with the guys was a memory for a lifetime.  I hope anyone who is looking for a spot to play next year chooses to try and play for the Jets as they won’t regret it!”

“Right when I stepped foot in Chilliwack I knew this would be a great spot for me. I got welcomed right when I walked into the arena and felt like I was at home. It felt like I’d known all the guys for years, that’s how close we all were. Then the huge support from all the Jets fans was awesome. Junior B will always be a big changing part of my career that will stay with me throughout my whole career. I truly thank the Jets program for taking me in and developing me into a better player and an even better person.”

Previous Jets Seasons

Year Wins Losses OTL SOL Place
20/21 Season 1 4 1 0 Season Cancelled
21/22 Season 30 13 1 0 3rd Place (Divison)
21/22 Playoffs 0 4 – – Conf. Semi-Finals
22/23 Season 21 21 4 2 4th Place (Divison)
22/23 Playoffs 6 5 – – Conf. Finals
23/24 Season 28 16 2 2 2nd Place (Divison)
23/24 Playoffs 4 7 – – Conf. Finals

For more information on playing for the Chilliwack Jets please check out our “Recruiting Brochure” below by clicking on the link. Then please fill out the form below or email us at gm@chilliwackjets.com

Chilliwack Jets Recruiting Brochure