Bobby Orr Hall of Fame News

Introducing the 2012 Bobby Orr Hall of Fame Inductees . . .

News Administrator — Thu, 02 Feb 2012 14:43:34 +0000

On January 19^th, 2012, members of the press, public and past Inductees joined the Bobby Orr Hall of Fame in welcoming our newest Induction members. After weeks of keeping it a secret, Dave Garagan, chair of the 2012 selection committee revealed the 1961/62 Bantam All Stars, Ronald D. Harris, Sandra Hunt and William (Bill) Peachey as our 2012 Inductees! We look forward to celebrating the lives and achievements of these remarkable people in the months to come. We would like to thank everyone who attended this event and hope that you will all be able to join us as we welcome the 2012 Bobby Orr Hall of Fame Inductees into our Hall.

See you May 26, 2012.

(Pictured above from left to right: members of the 1961/62 Bantams Cliff Shurr, Wayne Gignac, Gaye Norrie, Rick Thomas representing the late William Peachey, Bill Harris representing his late father Ronald Harris, Sandra Hunt and 1961/62 Bantam player Simon Stanley)

Obituary- Bob Beaumont

News Administrator — Wed, 05 Oct 2011 15:47:41 +0000

It is with great sadness that we announce the loss of one of our Inductees. Bob Beaumont was inducted into the Bobby Orr Hall of Fame in 2010. On behalf of the Bobby Orr Hall of Fame, our condolences are extended to his family.
You can read about Bob Beaumont’s wonderful contributions to sports in Parry Sound in the Inductee section of this website.

Jim Matthews – Obituary

News Administrator — Wed, 05 Oct 2011 15:44:52 +0000

It is with great sadness that we share the news on the passing of 2008 Inductee, Jim Matthews. Jim passed away in July and will be sadly missed. You can read about Jim’s wonderful life in the Inductee section of our website. On behalf of the Bobby Orr Hall of Fame, we extend our condolences.

Now Accepting 2012 Inductee Applications!

News Administrator — Fri, 29 Jul 2011 13:14:00 +0000

The Bobby Orr Hall of Fame is now accepting applications for the 2012 Induction Ceremony. Nominations can be submitted in any of the four categories: Athlete, Builder, Team or Honourary. For more information, please view a full description of the nomination process in the “Inductee Procedures” tab (Choose “Inductee Corner”, then locate the “Inductee Procedures” tab) on our website.

Nomination Forms are available for pick-up at our Box Office which is open Tuesday to Sunday 9am – 5pm, or online in our “Inductee Corner” section.

Completed Nomination Forms can be dropped off to the Bobby Orr Hall of Fame ATTN: Manager during regular business hours.

The deadline for 2012 Nominations is SEPTEMBER 1ST

E-Store UP and RUNNING!

News Administrator — Fri, 08 Oct 2010 15:52:14 +0000

Attention everyone: The e-store is back in operation on our website! After a few months of reconstruction and maintenance, the store is back!… If you can’t make it in to see us in person, this is the perfect place to get souvenirs or gift items for yourself or someone special.

With Christmas around the corner, now is a good time to do some online shopping and cross your Bobby Orr fan off the shopping list…

The new store is easy to use and offers a wide variety of up-to-date clothing items, sizes and colors and a great selection of souvenirs. From the home page, click the Giftshop tab to be re-directed to the store and start your shopping!

The NEW Sign

News Administrator — Sat, 02 Oct 2010 15:21:12 +0000

Have you seen it? Everyone in town is talking about the NEW Bobby Orr Hall of Fame and Charles. W. Stockey Centre sign! There’s been a buzz in town about the new sign, surely an eye-catching addition to Parry Sound’s best entertainment and recreational venue.

Standing at the curb of the parking lot, the 30 foot sign was constructed by SignCity of Sudbury, Ontario after the company presented the winning bid earlier this year. The large glowing logos of the BOHF and Performing Arts Centre can be seen from out on the waters of the bay, the town dock, and approaching the building from Bay Street.

An LED board will be added in the future, which will serve as advertisement space for all of the events and performances held at the establishment. We are certainly very excited about the marketing and advertising prospects brought forth by this new ‘beacon of light’ – one more way to pay homage to the Town’s hometown hero and stunning performance hall!

New Sign at Killbear Provincial Park

News Administrator — Tue, 29 Jun 2010 19:32:32 +0000

As you are driving towards Killbear Provincial Park this summer, watch for our new sign.

The Bobby Orr Hall of Fame has installed a new billboard sign with the aim of capturing the summer campers at Killbear Provincial Park. The new full colour 10’ by 10’ sign is located just past Fred Dubie Road about 15 kilometres down Highway 559 and features a larger-than-life size image of our sculpture of Bobby Orr’s famous goal. The sign was constructed by Andy Balicki of Balicki Signs and was installed in mid June.

About ten minutes North of Parry Sound, Killbear is one of Ontario’s busiest Provincial Parks during the summer season. The Bobby Orr Hall of Fame’s sign has been put in place to remind Bobby Orr fans of this outstanding tourist attraction honouring Bobby Orr’s career here in his hometown.

With the anticipation of a warm Summer ahead, it is hoped that a high volume of campers, travellers, and tourists from Killbear Park will make their way over to the Bobby Orr Hall of Fame!

Olympic Suit on display!

News Administrator — Thu, 03 Jun 2010 19:46:11 +0000

Visitors to the Bobby Orr Hall of Fame will now be able to view a recent piece of Bobby Orr Memorabilia. The suit worn by Orr, as an Olympic flag bearer, is now on display. This beautiful ivory wool suit has his name embroidered inside the jacket and is accompanied by other items representing his participation as one of the Olympic Flag bearers during the Vancouver 2010 Olympic opening ceremonies.

It is worth adding the Bobby Orr Hall of Fame to your list of ‘what to do’ next time you are in the area!

The Bobby Orr Hall of Fame 2010 Celebrating Champions Induction Ceremony

News Administrator — Sat, 29 May 2010 16:04:43 +0000

On Saturday May 1st, 2010 over 300 friends and family celebrated the achievements of Bob Beaumont, Pete Conacher, Roger Galipeau (posthumously), and Rick Thomas as they were inducted into the Bobby Orr Hall of Fame. Each Inductee was profiled in a DVD tribute and was presented with a personalized Bobby Orr Hall of Fame Jersey and an engraved piece of Georgian Bay stone. Jackson Kuhn was presented the Bobby Orr Hall of Fame Top Defenseman Award for the second time. Following the Inductee presentations, Canadian Astronaut Dr. Robert Thirsk gave a short presentation on his personal accomplishments through the Canadian Space Agency.
The evening was capped off with a few words from Bobby Orr congratulating all of the Inductees and an autograph session with the Inductees, Bobby Orr, and Dr. Thirsk. Thank you to all who came to support our Inductees and the Bobby Orr Hall of Fame.

A special thanks to Dr. Thirsk who returned on Wednesday May 5th, 2010 to give 2 presentations to local area school children. We are very thankful for Dr. Thirsk’s involvement in the Parry Sound & area Community!

ABOVE: Bobby Orr cuts a cake presented to him to commemorate the 40th Anniversary of “The Goal” during a private cocktail party on Friday April 30th, 2010.