Raffle lets fans rally around Rangers

Rangers Reach Logo w/ Kitchener Rangers Logo

By Mike Farwell

Posted May 24, 2026 07:17:27 AM.

Last Updated May 24, 2026 07:17:33 AM.

While the Kitchener Rangers compete for the Memorial Cup in Kelowna, a hockey night tradition continues back home in Kitchener. Rangers Reach has launched a Memorial Cup 50/50 raffle to let fans share in the excitement back home. And while winning a big jackpot is exciting for anyone, Olivia Manes, Operations Co-ordinator with Rangers Reach, reminds us that the money raised through the raffle helps a number of community initiatives.

“All these proceeds help us fund our ongoing community investments across the region,” Manes says. “So, that’s things such as major funding commitments, one-time grants, player-led initiatives, as well as community scholarships.”

The raffle launched on Friday and will remain open until the grand prize draw on Sunday, May 31st at 10:00 p.m. Tickets can be bought online from anywhere in Ontario at www.rangers5050.com or by texting ‘WIN’ to 95050.

The Rangers play their second game of the Memorial Cup tournament on Monday night, May 25th, versus the Western Hockey League champion Everett Silvertips. Pregame coverage begins at 8:30 EDT on 570 NewsRadio.

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