Kaity Howarth
Thunder Bay,Canada
Summary
Former professional hockey player and entrepreneurial leader, with a lifelong dedication to advancing women's hockey. Proven record of building programs, developing elite athletes, and creating community-driven opportunities for female players. Brings an extensive North American network spanning the PWHL, PHF, PWHPA, U SPORTS, NCAA, and grassroots organizations. Combines strategic vision, operational leadership, and business acumen to drive growth, partnerships, and impact in female hockey.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Licensed Realtor
eXp Realty Brokerage
Thunder Bay, ON
11.2023 - Current
- Achieved a top 5 percentile ranking among Ontario realtors by closing over 50 homes in under two years.
- Applied entrepreneurial mindset, sales acumen, and community leadership to build a high-performing business.
- Recognized for strong communication, client relationship management, and the ability to deliver results under pressure.
Founder & Director
For The Girls Hockey Camp
Thunder Bay, ON
01.2022 - Current
- Founded the first women-owned, women-led, all-women's hockey camp in Northwestern Ontario, focused on high-level skill development, and empowering female athletes.
- The program employs active PWHL players and well-known advocates, ensuring elite mentorship and role modeling.
- Partnered with CCM Hockey in 2025 to elevate programming and deliver professional-level experiences.
- Serve as the lead skills development coach, designing and delivering training that advances technical and tactical development.
Volunteer Coach & Skills Development Leader
Thunder Bay Queens Hockey Association
Thunder Bay, ON
01.2021 - Current
- High-Level Skills Development Coach for all teams within the organization.
- Volunteer Assistant Coach, U18.
- Provide high-performance skills development training to female players across competitive age groups.
- Developed training programs to enhance player skills and teamwork.
- Support player advancement by aligning training with high-performance pathways (PWHL, NCAA, U SPORTS).
Professional Hockey Player
Premier Hockey Federation (PHF), La Force
Montréal, QC
09.2022 - 04.2023
- Competed at the highest level of women's professional hockey, contributing to team success while serving as a visible ambassador for the game.
- Built strong relationships with coaches, athletes, and executives across the professional women's hockey landscape.
Professional Hockey Player
Professional Women's Hockey Players Association (PWHPA), Montréal Hub
Montréal, QC
09.2021 - 04.2022
- Competed in North America's most competitive women's hockey showcases.
- Gained deep knowledge of event delivery, marketing, and operational planning within the professional hockey ecosystem.
- Participated in community outreach programs to promote hockey and sportsmanship.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Saint Mary's University
Halifax, NSSkills
- North American female hockey network (PWHL, PHF, NCAA, U SPORTS)
- Player development and high-performance training
- Partnership building and stakeholder engagement
- Entrepreneurial leadership and community building
- Over 5 years of experience working within female hockey
- Strong computer skills and proficiency in Google Workspace or Microsoft applications
- A proven ability to build programs, grow participation, and deliver elite experiences
- Strong understanding of both sanctioned organizations, such as Hockey Canada, USA Hockey, etc, and unsanctioned environments
- A powerful personal or professional network across North American female hockey
- Entrepreneurial mindset, with operational grit, and business acumen
- Willingness to travel to key events, tours, showcases, and partner activations
- Familiarity with high-performance pathways, NCAA recruiting, or international competition
Notable Achievements Network
- Lifelong competitor with playing career spanning U SPORTS, PWHPA, and PHF.
- Founder of For The Girls Hockey Camp, delivering grassroots-to-elite female development in Northwestern Ontario.
- Built an extensive hockey network across Canada and the U.S., including current PWHL athletes, NCAA and U SPORTS coaches, and high-performance directors.
- Recognized for entrepreneurial success in real estate, demonstrating versatility, work ethic, and leadership.
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Licensed Realtor
eXp Realty Brokerage
11.2023 - Current
Professional Hockey Player
Premier Hockey Federation (PHF), La Force
09.2022 - 04.2023
Founder & Director
For The Girls Hockey Camp
01.2022 - Current
Professional Hockey Player
Professional Women's Hockey Players Association (PWHPA), Montréal Hub
09.2021 - 04.2022
Volunteer Coach & Skills Development Leader
Thunder Bay Queens Hockey Association
01.2021 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Saint Mary's University