Play-by-Play Commentator, Hockey Night in Canada | National Bestselling Author
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About This Speaker: Harnarayan Singh
Harnarayan Singh, born and raised in small-town Alberta, has become one of Canada’s top media personalities. He has over 800 games of experience as an NHL broadcaster. Known for his entertaining goal calls, Harnarayan has captivated hockey fans across the country. As a play-by-play announcer for Hockey Night in Canada on Sportsnet, he continues to inspire audiences nationwide. His work reflects the NHL’s effort to grow the sport in new markets and diversify its fan base.
Harnarayan’s career is filled with impressive accomplishments. He won a Canadian Screen Award for Best Sports Play-By-Play Announcer. Additionally, the Governor-General awarded him the Meritorious Service Medal for his contributions to Canadian society. His commitment to fighting prejudice in sport earned him the Peace Patron designation from the Mosaic Institute. Harnarayan Singh also received the Brian Williams Media Award from the Ontario Sports Hall of Fame. Recently, Mount Royal University honored him with an honorary Doctorate of Law.
In addition to his broadcasting work, Harnarayan Singh is an ambassador for the Chevrolet Good Deeds Cup. He serves on the NHL’s Fan Inclusion Committee and the Herb Carnegie Initiative, both focused on making hockey more welcoming. Furthermore, he is on the board of HEROS, a charity that uses hockey as a mentorship tool for at-risk youth.
Harnarayan’s memoir, One Game at a Time: My Journey from Small-Town Alberta to Hockey’s Biggest Stage, became an instant national bestseller. The book chronicles his journey of overcoming adversity, inspiring others to pursue their dreams. Harnarayan’s story proves that hard work and perseverance can break barriers.
Harnarayan Singh lives in Calgary with his wife and two young children. His journey from a small town to the national stage demonstrates that anything is possible with determination.
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