Hockey Experts, a corporate banner of The Forzani Group Ltd. is hosting a grand opening launch of its stores located in Mississauga and Vaughan. With two corporate stores launching their Grand Opening Events in the Toronto area, plans to open more corporate Hockey Experts stores throughout Canada are in the works.

“To many Canadians, hockey isn't just a sport, it's a way of life and we feel we are opening the absolute best hockey store in the country with our combination and selection of top brands, unbeatable pricing and expert service,” comments Bill Gregson, President, The Forzani Group Ltd. “I believe people who love everything hockey will love our store. Our trained team members offer their hockey expertise and product tips to make the most exceptional consumer buying experience.”

To celebrate the official Grand Opening, former Toronto Maple Leafs great Wendel Clark will be hosting autograph sessions at the Hockey Experts' Mississauga location then at the Colossus Centre in Vaughan at 30 Famous Avenue from noon until 1:30 p.m. A ceremonial face-off by the Mayoral representative Frank Dale and Wendel will take place at the Mississauga location and between the Mayoral representative Joyce Frustaglio and Store Manager, Steve Poirier, at the Vaughan location.