Providing a home away from home for up-and-coming Centennials players.
Junior hockey players travel from across Canada, the United States, and beyond to pursue their dreams and the Ottawa Valley Centennials are proud to be part of that journey. To help make it all possible, we rely on local families throughout Almonte and the Ottawa Valley area to open their homes and hearts as billet families during the hockey season.
WHAT IS A CENTENNIALS BILLET FAMILY?
A billet family hosts a Centennials player during the USPHL Premier season, which runs from the start of September up to the end of March. During this time, players become part of your household sharing meals, joining family routines, and forming meaningful bonds that often last a lifetime.
Many billet families develop strong connections with their players, who in turn become role models and big brothers to younger children in the home. It’s not uncommon for these relationships to continue well after players move on to the next level whether that’s the NCDC or college hockey.
Players are expected to follow all household rules, participate in daily life, and maintain clear, respectful communication with their billet family.
WHAT DO BILLET FAMILIES PROVIDE?
- A private bedroom and welcoming home environment
- Regular meals, kitchen & food access
- A stable, supportive family setting
- Encouragement and inclusion in day-to-day life
- Provide players from 16 to 20 years old a home. Some may have prior billet experience, while for others, it will be their first time living away from home.
BENEFITS OF BECOMING A CENTENNIALS BILLET FAMILY
- Build life-long relationships with future stars
- Receive season tickets which are valid for all home games
- Become part of the Centennials family and culture
- Families receive a monthly stipend per player to help cover the player's groceries and living expenses.
- Players are responsible for having their own transportation to the arena and personal cell phones.
WHAT IT TAKES TO BE A GREAT BILLET FAMILY
- A safe and welcoming home in the Ottawa Valley region
- Willingness to open your home and heart
- Supportive and healthy family environment
- Ability to provide meals and structure
JOIN THE CENTENNIALS FAMILY
We are actively recruiting billet families for the upcoming 2025–26 USPHL season! If your household is ready to make a meaningful difference in a young hockey player’s life, we encourage you to complete our Billet Family Application. Once submitted, a Centennials staff member will connect with you to guide you through the next steps.
APPLY HERE: CLICK HERE
For more information or to apply, please contact us at:
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