Hockey Canada Funding Reinstated After Governance Reforms
- The Canadian government restored funding to Hockey Canada after it instituted new reforms in the wake of a sexual assault scandal.
- Hockey Canada settled a $3.55 million lawsuit out of court and elected a new board of directors after its previous leadership resigned.
- To regain funding, Hockey Canada had to commit to more transparency, join the Abuse-Free Sport program, and continue implementing recommendations from an independent review.
- The decision marks an important step for Hockey Canada to regain public trust, according to its board chair.
- The funding was initially cut off due to Hockey Canada's handling of sexual assault allegations against members of the 2018 World Junior team.