The two Atlantic provinces that will host the next World Junior Hockey Championship are asking Hockey Canada to sign an anti-harassment policy and ensure that everyone has undergone training to prevent sexual assault and harassment.
The governments of Nova Scotia and New Brunswick confirm that they have asked the national federation to ensure that all of its staff and players have completed the training before the start of the world tournament on December 26.
Hockey Canada says it announced in July that all national team players, coaches and staff will undergo training on sexual violence and consent.
The national federation says in an email that it also adopted a universal code of conduct last month, which all players and staff must sign. Hockey Canada warns that any violation of this code could result in a lifetime ban from its programs.
Nova Scotia Premier Tim Houston said Hockey Canada is reviewing the terms of an agreement with his government and expects to hear back in the coming days.
New Brunswick, for its part, says it is discussing with the federation ways to raise funds through the sale of lottery tickets to support organizations working to prevent sexual violence in sport.
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