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Julia’s Hope Cup, a hockey game held annually in honor and celebration of the young Julia Turner. Keeping her humanitarian spirit alive with a fun game of pond hockey, activities and community support. The Event will be held on Saturday February 14th at Chippawa Park pond here in Welland.

Julia Turner was a young vibrant member of the Welland community, often spending her time volunteering for the Harvest Kitchen and The Hope Centre serving meals and support to people in need in her community Julia was always there to support her friends, family and community. She was an inspiration to many! In 2011 Julia was diagnosed with a cancerous brain tumor in May that progressed quickly, Julia lost her battle with brain cancer that following December.

Julia’s family created the Julia's Hope Cup to continue to carry on her friendly, caring and giving spirit, and for years, have been donating all proceeds raised by the event to The Hope Centre. Every February, the Julia's Hope Cup is held, bringing family, friends and the community together for some good old fashioned pond hockey, a silent auction, and lunch.

The Julia Hope Cup aims to Raise $65,000 this year to support of the food programs. They have raised $19,300 dollars so far this year, and hope to continue to reach their goal. Last year Julia's Hope Cup Raised over $70,000. Information on how to donate, sign up for hockey or other event information, visit their website here

Julia was a bright, kind leader. The Turner family thanks their community for helping them keep Julia's memory alive for so many years. Grab your skates and wear purple, to celebrate with the Welland Community!

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