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Hockey Canada Unveils Jerseys for 2026 Olympic and Paralympic Games

Hockey Canada revealed the new Olympic hockey jerseys on Thursday for the men's, women's, and Para teams set to compete at the Milan-Cortina Games in Italy. The red and white uniforms feature maple leaf crests designed to form an “unbreakable diamond.”

“With the Olympics and Paralympics rapidly approaching, and as fans eagerly await the start of the women’s, men’s and para hockey tournaments in Milan, we are excited to unveil the jerseys our athletes will wear as they represent all Canadians across the country and around the world on the biggest stage,” said Katherine Henderson, president and CEO of Hockey Canada.

She added, “These Olympic and Paralympic jerseys perfectly reflect Canadian hockey and the passion Canadian fans bring when cheering on our athletes, and we look forward to seeing our teams and fans alike wear them with pride as we look to capture gold medals in Italy.”

Design and Presentation

Designed by Nike, the jerseys were introduced during the first intermission of the Rivalry Series opener between Canada and the U.S. The design symbolizes resilience and national pride.

“More than just uniforms, these jerseys reflect the pride, passion and history of Canada’s Olympic hockey legacy,” stated David Shoemaker, CEO and secretary general of the Canadian Olympic Committee.

Hockey Canada shared on social media: “Every stitch reflects our resilience, pride and belonging, forged through time and pressure. Introducing the 2026 Team Canada jersey.”

Community and National Spirit

These jerseys serve not only as sports apparel but as a visual emblem of Canada’s hockey heritage and ambition for Olympic success.

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