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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 competing at the Milan-Cortina Winter Games. The red and white uniforms feature maple leaf crests designed to resemble an “unbreakable diamond.”

Official Statements and Design Details

Katherine Henderson, president and CEO of Hockey Canada, shared her enthusiasm:

“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.”

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.”

Symbolism and Representation

Unveiling Event and Design Credit

The jerseys, designed by Nike, were presented during the first intermission of the Rivalry Series opener between Canada and the U.S.

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

Introducing the 2026 Team Canada jersey: a symbol of national spirit and determination. 🇨🇦

Author's summary: Hockey Canada’s newly unveiled 2026 Olympic and Paralympic jerseys embody national pride and resilience, uniting athletes and fans as they compete in Milan-Cortina.

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