Canada’s 13 regional hockey federations are threatening to withhold dues payments from Hockey Canada in light of the organization’s alleged mishandling of sexual assault allegations in 2018.
Led by Hockey Quebec, the organizations sent a letter Thursday asking for a detailed action plan and an “extraordinary” meeting in late November to address their concerns.
The 10 provincial and three territorial federations have a deadline of December 1 to make the payment of the quotas, and wrote that adherence to their requests is “an essential condition” for it to be fulfilled.
The letter, written in French, said the 13 regional federations were “concerned” and “horrified” by the allegations.
“What we are learning on the sidelines of this situation is contrary to the values that our sport must convey to its participants and those who supervise them.”
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The regions want more details on the handling of the alleged sexual assault in London, Ontario in 2018, a plan to ensure Hockey Canada can properly handle allegations in the future and a timeline for implementation.
They are also seeking to better understand Hockey Canada’s role in the 2018 incident, specifically as it relates to the board of directors.
A further update was also requested on March 31, 2023, ahead of the next payment deadline of April 1.