Peter Moffat heading into Hall of Fame
Peter Moffat’s career can be best described as being in the right place at the right time. Having lived in numerous locations over an extended period of time, it was his stop in Chicago that provided numerous opportunities for Peter that led to him being honoured with a spot in the North Bay and Area Sports Hall of Fame.
It was his background as a hockey player that had a significant impact on his involvement in the sport. There was a need for a person with some hockey knowledge to assist in developing a program for on- ice hockey officials. Seeing a larger need, Peter played a significant role in the development of overall program that introduced hockey to the area. Peter played an instrumental role in the development, training and recruitment that help build a stable of on-ice official for an area known as the North Shore of Chicago along with the development of the
overall program for the area. His efforts did not go unnoticed as the, then referee in chief for the National Hockey League, Vern Buffey, assisted Peter’s efforts to develop the local program and through this relationship Peter progressed through the officiating ranks and ultimately was invited to join the staff of the NHL for five years, followed by four years in the WHA.
Following an injury that ended his on-ice career, Peter’s work with the Tim Horton’s Children’s Foundation, provided an opportunity to return to North Bay and open his own Tim Horton’s franchises.
Under the philosophy of you have to give to get and his passion for the growth and development of programs and services for people of all ages and abilities, Peter lent his time, talent and treasurer to numerous fundraising events in and about North Bay. Through his leadership, numerous programs and services have been able to sustain their services and, in many cases, enhance them. A prime example is that, regardless of the sport, many young athletes got their start in sport through the “TIMBITS” program.
He also gave of his time to the North Bay Golf and Country Club, where he served as President for 10 years.
Peter Moffat, a professional official, administrator and community champion.
Moffat will be inducted into the NBSHOF at the 45th Annual Induction and Awards Dinner on Saturday, May 2, at the Davedi Club. Tickets can be purchased through Larry Tougas at 705-303-8104. Tickets are also available at the Davedi Club by calling 705-474-4190.
