Ty Halaburda Makes Canada's U18 Roster

April 15, 2023 - Western Hockey League (WHL)
Vancouver Giants News Release

Vancouver, B.C. - The Vancouver Giants are pleased to announce that 2005-born forward Ty Halaburda (Victoria, B.C.) has been listed as a part of Canada's U18 roster which will compete in the Ice Hockey U18 World Championship that runs from April 20 - April 30 in Switzerland.

Halaburda, the 32nd Overall selection by the Giants in the second round of the 2020 WHL Prospects Draft, is a key contributor up front for the Giants. In 111 career regular season games, he has produced 26 goals and 27 assists for 53 total points. He also was the 2022/23 winner of the White Spot Humanitarian of the Year award with the Giants. This will be Halaburda's second time representing Canada, he also played in the 2021 U17 Championship. The forward was ranked #61 by NHL Central Scouting in their mid-term rankings, and is eligible to be selected in the upcoming NHL Entry Draft.

"It's great to see Ty's hard work and commitment this season get rewarded with such a special opportunity in his draft year," said Giants General Manager Barclay Parneta. "The Vancouver Giants are proud to see him earn a spot on Canada's roster and add to his experience internationally."

Previous recent Vancouver Giants to represent Canada at the U18 level include:

- Bowen Byram (2018)

- Tyler Benson (2015)

Vancouver Giants forward Ty Halaburda (Rob Wilton)	Vancouver Giants forward Ty Halaburda (Rob Wilton)	Vancouver Giants forward Ty Halaburda (Rob Wilton)
Vancouver Giants forward Ty Halaburda (Rob Wilton)

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