Canadian Hockey Association
Five former Canadian world junior hockey players face the prospect of exclusion from the National Hockey League and Hockey Canada's top levels, or a ban from playing for Canada again, after being charged with sexual assault in a 2018 case. The players' futures hang in the balance
Sexual abuse
Supporters of survivors of sexual violence are warning that the acquittal of five former junior hockey players in the Hockey Canada case could have a chilling effect on victims coming forward to report crimes. The verdict is being seen as a blow to efforts to hold perpetrators accountable and has
Sexual abuse
Five former Canadian world junior hockey players, including Michael McLeod, Carter Hart, Alex Formenton, Dillon Dubé, and Cal Foote, are awaiting a ruling in their sexual assault trial following an encounter in a London, Ont., hotel room on June 19, 2018. The trial has brought to light a broader misunderstanding
Sexual abuse
The investigations into five former Canadian world junior hockey players charged with sexual assault after a 2018 celebratory gala in London, Ont., will likely continue after the criminal trial. The National Hockey League and Hockey Canada may impose serious consequences, including exclusion from professional hockey or a ban from playing
Hockey players
Alex Delvecchio, the legendary center who spent 24 seasons with the Detroit Red Wings, played alongside Gordie Howe on the iconic "Production Line" and captured three Stanley Cup championships, passed away on Tuesday at the age of 93. Delvecchio was renowned for his exceptional stickhandling, skating skills, and
Detroit Red Wings
Alex Delvecchio, a highly respected center for the Detroit Red Wings, passed away on July 1 at the age of 93. During his illustrious 24-year career, which spanned from the 1950s to 1973, Delvecchio helped the Red Wings win three Stanley Cup titles and set numerous records. He was known
Hockey players
Connor McDavid, widely considered the best hockey player in the world, has struggled to make a significant impact in the Stanley Cup Finals. Despite leading all scorers with six assists in Game 5, McDavid's lack of goals has been a concern for the Edmonton Oilers. In fact, he
Sexual abuse
The trial of five former Hockey Canada players concluded on Friday with the Crown attorney, Meaghan Cunningham, presenting what she called a "path to conviction" in a case that hinges on the issue of consent. Defence lawyers, however, argued that there is insufficient evidence for a guilty verdict,
Sexual abuse
London police detective Steve Newton's investigation into allegations of sexual assault by members of the 2018 Canadian world junior championship team has come under scrutiny. Newton, who was with the London police's sexual assault and child abuse section at the time, declined to lay charges in
Hockey players
The Crown in the Hockey Canada sexual assault trial has argued that the defence is attempting to undermine the complainant's credibility by relying on the myth of the ideal victim. Crown attorney Meaghan Cunningham pointed out that the defence is suggesting the complainant acted less like a witness
Sexual abuse
The trial of five members of the 2018 Canadian world junior championship team, charged with sexual assault, has brought to light criticisms of the initial police investigation led by Det. Steve Newton. Newton's flawed understanding of the legal definition of consent and his lack of a genuine interest
Sexual abuse
The defence in the trial of five former world junior hockey players accused of sexual assault has taken aim at the credibility of the complainant, E.M., suggesting that she changed her story in an attempt to mask her regret over a night of partying and sex. Defence lawyer David
