On December 17, 2024, the Ontario Hockey Federation (OHF) confirmed a major change in Ontario’s minor hockey system: the introduction of Open Borders at the U10 age group and above. This change, effective next season, gives players the freedom to join any team across the province at all levels, from to BB to AAA. For the Upper York Admirals Minor Hockey Association (UYMHA)—a newly formed representative centre made up of the East Gwillimbury and Georgina Minor Hockey Associations—this shift represents both an opportunity and a challenge.