Canada bans Russian and Belarusian players from World Junior tournament

Global News • 03 nov. 19h08

Prime Minister Mark Carney announced that athletes from Russia and Belarus will be denied entry to compete in the World Junior Championship in Alberta, aligning with several European federations that have refused to play against Russia.

CBC • 03 nov. 14h20

Sweden and Norway have joined Finland in refusing to play Russian teams at upcoming world championship tournaments, while a major sponsor threatens to withdraw support if Russia participates.

CBC • 03 nov. 00h49

The Finnish Ice Hockey Association announced that its national teams will not face Russia in international competitions as long as the war in Ukraine persists, joining similar moves by Latvia.

Sportsnet.ca • 02 nov. 22h38

The Finnish Ice Hockey Association announced that its national squads will not face Russian teams in international competitions as long as the conflict in Ukraine persists.

TSN • 02 nov. 21h58

The Finnish Ice Hockey Association announced that its national squads will not face Russian teams in international competitions as long as the conflict in Ukraine persists, prompting similar statements from other European federations.

Sportsnet.ca • 31 oct. 03h18

Foreign Affairs Minister Anita Anand and Sport Minister Adam van Koeverden said Canada strongly opposes the CAS decision to reinstate Russia in upcoming IIHF events, including the 2026-27 World Junior Championship in Alberta.

CBC • 30 oct. 23h30

Foreign Affairs Minister Anita Anand said the Court of Arbitration for Sport decision to let Russia compete in the 2026-27 World Junior Ice Hockey Championships is unwelcome given Russia's ongoing invasion of Ukraine.

Global News • 30 oct. 21h25

The Court of Arbitration for Sport has mandated the IIHF to allow Russia back into international hockey, sparking debate and logistical concerns ahead of the 2026-27 World Junior Championship in Alberta.