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The Canadian Hockey League is an umbrella organization for three North American Tier I Major-Junior hockey leagues for players of 15 to 20 years of age. The three member leagues are the Western Hockey League, the Ontario Hockey League and the Quebec Major Junior Hockey League.
Introduction The Canadian Hockey League is the governing body for Major Junior Hockey in Canada. Its precursor was the Canadian Amateur Hockey Association (CAHA). It currently oversees the Western Hockey League, the Ontario Hockey League and the Quebec Major Junior Hockey League. The CHL is the primary development league for the National Hockey League. More than half the players in the National Hockey League for the 2005-2006 season had played in the CHL. The three CHL leagues are usually considered the world's top junior hockey leagues. Mission The CHL seeks to raise the profile of the junior game by hosting annual events such as the Memorial Cup, Top Prospects Game and the Canada Russia Challenge Cup. The league provides many scholarships and bursaries for its players who exemplify extraordinary efforts and community involvement. These programs are supported by the many corporate sponsors. Memorial Cup
CHL Top Prospects Game
ADT Canada-Russia Challenge|ADT Challenge Cup
CHL Import Draft Each year, every team in the CHL has the option to chose up to 2 players from outside North America to add to is roster. Picks are chosen in reverse order of the team's standings in the CHL. The Import Draft is seen as a way to raise the level of competition in the CHL, as well as to broaden its fan base while retaining high North American content. CHL Awards List of annual awards given by the CHL: Memorial Cup Awards: Quick Facts The league comprises 59 teams located in 10 Canadian provinces and 5 American states. For lists of teams see the articles about each member league. In the WHL, the city of Edmonton, Alberta has been awarded an expansion team that will begin play in the 2007-08 season. This team is not included in these stats. Attendance
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