Hockey Canada supports IIHF's decision to ban Russia, Belarus

2 years ago  /  Sportsnet

Hockey Canada has announced that it stands in solidarity with Ukraine and backs the IIHF’s decision to suspend Russia and Belarus from international competition. Along with the IIHF suspension, Hockey Canada announced that it also would not be allowing Russia or Belarus to compete in any competitions in Canada that do not fall under the IIHF’s jurisdiction — including the Hlinka Gretzky Cup. “Hockey Canada strongly condemns the unprovoked attack on Ukraine by Russia and stands in support of the nation of Ukraine,” the statement reads. The IIHF announced Monday that they would be suspending all Russian and Belarusian national teams and clubs from participation in every age category and in all IIHF competitions, which includes six competitions that run through September 2022. • The International Ice Hockey Federation Russia and Belarus from every age category in international play until further notice....

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