Courtesy: Hockey Canada
Edmonton will be hosting two games as part of the lead-up to the 2026 Olympic Winter Games for women’s hockey.
Hockey Canada announced that the Canadian leg of this year’s Rivalry Series will be played in Edmonton.
Rogers Place will host games between Canada’s National Women’s Team and the United States on Dec. 10 and Dec. 13, with the puck dropping on both games at 7 p.m. MT.
“We are thrilled to welcome both teams and eagerly anticipate two high-level, competitive games,” said Dean McIntosh, senior vice-president of revenue, fan experience and community impact with Hockey Canada.
“We are grateful for the investment and support from our provincial partners and anticipate a positive economic impact for local businesses in bringing this world-class event to Edmonton. We are excited to celebrate the sport and inspire the next generation of fans as we also look to leave a lasting legacy in the community.”
The games in Edmonton will be the first on Alberta ice between the cross-border rivals since Dec. 17, 2017, when the teams concluded a six-game series ahead of the 2018 Olympic Winter Games.
“As part of our training for the Olympic Winter Games, it is exciting to bring the Rivalry Series to fans in Edmonton and from across Alberta,” said Gina Kingsbury (Rouyn-Noranda, QC/Toronto, PWHL), general manager of Canada’s National Women’s Team.
“These two games are a special moment for everyone involved and our players cannot wait to be in front of our home crowd, offering fans — particularly the younger generation — a chance to cheer their hockey heroes in person.”
Canada and the United States will play four games this season, with the first two being played south of the border at Rocket Arena in Cleveland, Ohio, on Thursday, Nov. 6 and at KeyBank Center in Buffalo, New York, on Saturday, Nov. 8.
Hockey Canada also said in the coming weeks grassroots initiatives will be announced that will take place leading up to the Rivalry Series games.
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