Back-to-back Stanley Cup champion Sam Reinhart is bringing the trophy back to his hometown of West Vancouver. And you could get a once-in-a-lifetime photo taking part in the special moment, with proceeds going to local first responders.
On Aug. 19, a special public event is being held on the municipality’s urban waterfront, to honour the Florida Panthers forward and show off the oldest professional sporting trophy in North America.
At 12:15 p.m., the public are invited to witness a boat tour starting at the Welcome Figure in Ambleside Park. From there, Reinhart and Lord Stanley will travel west along the water’s edge and arrive at Dundarave Pier around 12:30 p.m., according to a statement from the District of West Vancouver.
Members of the public wanting to catch the boat tour can gather along the Centennial Seawalk.
After docking in Dundarave, West Van Mayor Mark Sager will give a welcome speech, followed by words from Reinhart, from the patio area of the Beach House Restaurant. This part of the event can be viewed from the public lawn in front of the business.
Fans who register ahead of time will get their photo taken with Reinhart and the Stanley Cup on the Dundarave Pier, starting at 1 p.m.
The cost is $25 and space is limited to just 100 spots. Organizers are encouraging people to register in groups, which can include up to five people.
All proceeds from the event will support Royal Canadian Marine Search and Rescue, and Cops for Cancer.
To register, go to activewestvanrec.ca. Registration will open Aug. 12 at 8 a.m.
Organizers are warning that parking space is limited at Dundarave Park, and there may be road closures due to construction and event congestion.
It’s recommended to walk, cycle, carpool or take transit instead of driving.
People registered for a photo are encouraged to arrive early to check in and line up.
Remember when Reinhart used Lord Stanley as a ball marker?
On June 17, Reinhart nearly made hockey history when he scored four goals in Game 6 of the Stanley Cup Final to win the series against the Edmonton Oilers.
Only five other NHL players have tied the four-goal record in a Stanley Cup Final game. The last was Maurice “Rocket” Richard in 1957 (68 years ago).
Reinhart was also a driving force behind Florida’s playoffs victory last year, when he scored the game-winning goal in Game 7 of the 2024 Stanley Cup Final, also against Edmonton.
In July of last year, Reinhart brought the cup back to West Vancouver, making a stop at Hollyburn Country Club, where his hockey journey began.
He also visited his home course of Capilano Golf and Country Club. He played the 17th and 18th holes, using Lord Stanley as a ball marker.
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