Canada’s Women’s Hockey Reaches New Heights
A record number of women and girls are now playing hockey in Canada, driven by Olympic excitement and the PWHL, with Canadian teams and players achieving notable successes on the world stage.
Jul 1, 2026
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Record Surge in Women’s and Girls’ Hockey in Canada Fueled by Olympics and PWHL
Hockey Canada reports a historic rise in female participation, driven by Olympic momentum and the Professional Women's Hockey League, alongside notable championship achievements.
Jul 1, 2026
Canada’s Hockey Decline Sparks Calls for Reform
Canada's once-dominant hockey programs are faltering on the world stage, with recent losses to Denmark and Norway highlighting gaps in goaltending, defense and clutch performance. Hockey Canada’s leadership, including president‑CEO Katherine Henderson, faces mounting pressure to restore the nation’s competitive edge.
Jun 2, 2026
Hockey Canada Parts Ways with Gina Kingsbury as PWHL Redefines Women’s Coaching Landscape
Gina Kingsbury’s departure from Hockey Canada coincides with the Professional Women’s Hockey League’s rapid growth, creating fresh opportunities for coaches and executives.
May 26, 2026
Hockey Canada Hunts New GM and Coach as PWHL Reshapes Women’s Game
After eight years at the helm, Gina Kingsbury exits Hockey Canada, while Troy Ryan joins the San Jose PWHL franchise, reflecting a broader transformation in women's elite hockey.
May 26, 2026
Hockey Canada seeks new general manager and coach for women’s national team
After eight years at the helm, Kingsbury steps down while Ryan takes a PWHL role, prompting Hockey Canada to rethink oversight amid a rapidly evolving women's hockey landscape.
May 26, 2026
Canada’s Women’s Hockey Leadership Shake‑Up as PWHL Expands
With Gina Kingsbury and Troy Ryan’s contracts ending, the sport’s landscape is shifting as the Professional Women’s Hockey League adds teams and reshapes competition for top talent.
May 26, 2026
Hockey Canada seeks new GM and coach for women’s national team amid PWHL expansion
Hockey Canada is searching for a new general manager and coach for the national women's team after Gina Kingsbury and Troy Ryan stepped down, a shift driven by the rapid expansion of the Professional Women’s Hockey League.
May 26, 2026
Hockey Canada seeks fresh leadership for women’s national team amid PWHL upheaval
With the Professional Women’s Hockey League reshaping the landscape, Hockey Canada has launched a search for a new general manager and head coach, promising a blend of experience and new vision as it targets international success.
May 26, 2026
Hockey Canada Overhauls Women’s Program Leadership After String of Losses to U.S.
Hockey Canada announced the departure of general manager Gina Kingsbury and head coach Troy Ryan following a winless streak against the United States. A committee led by board member Gillian Apps will now hunt for a new GM to rebuild the program.
May 26, 2026
Hockey Canada reshapes women’s national team after historic sweep
Hockey Canada announced the departure of Gina Kingsbury and Troy Ryan following a season in which Canada was swept by the United States across multiple tournaments, prompting the formation of a new search committee.
May 26, 2026
Canada’s Women’s Hockey Leadership Shake‑Up Ahead of Next Olympic Cycle
Hockey Canada announces the departure of GM Gina Kingsbury and head coach Troy Ryan, outlining a search process and future strategy for the women's national team.
May 26, 2026
Hockey Canada Overhauls Leadership Amid PWHL Expansion
After eight years at the helm, general manager Gina Kingsbury and head coach Troy Ryan have exited Hockey Canada, prompting a search for new leadership ahead of the upcoming women's world championship, while the Professional Women’s Hockey League’s growth complicates the talent pool.
May 26, 2026