Sweden and Norway join Finland in boycotting Russian hockey teams

CBC • 11月03日 14:20

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 • 11月03日 00:49

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 • 11月02日 22:38

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 • 11月02日 21:58

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 • 10月31日 03:18

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 • 10月30日 23:30

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 • 10月30日 21:25

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.