The highly anticipated roster for Canada’s 2026 Women’s Hockey Team has been unveiled ahead of the Olympic Games. This talented squad is set to represent Canada with the goal of securing another gold medal. The team features a blend of experienced athletes and fresh faces, unified by their commitment to excellence on the ice.
Canada’s 2026 Women’s Hockey Team Roster
Led by the seasoned captain Marie-Philip Poulin, this squad comprises 23 players. Notably, 16 of these athletes were gold medalists from the 2022 Beijing Olympics. All roster members will compete from the Professional Women’s Hockey League.
Full Roster
- Ann-Renee Desbiens (G)
- Emerance Maschmeyer (G)
- Kayle Osborne (G)
- Laura Stacey (F)
- Sarah Fillier (F)
- Brianne Jenner (A) (F)
- Sarah Nurse (F)
- Natalie Spooner (F)
- Emily Clark (F)
- Emma Maltais (F)
- Marie-Philip Poulin (C) (F)
- Blayre Turnbull (A) (F)
- Kristin O’Neill (F)
- Julia Gosling (F)
- Jenn Gardiner (F)
- Daryl Watts (F)
- Sophie Jaques (D)
- Jocelyne Larocque (A) (D)
- Kati Tabin (D)
- Renata Fast (A) (D)
- Ella Shelton (D)
- Erin Ambrose (D)
- Claire Thompson (D)
Coaching Staff
The head coach, Troy Ryan, has been at the helm of the Canadian women’s national ice hockey team since 2019, making him the longest-serving coach in this role. His leadership plays a pivotal part in preparing the team for the Olympic challenge.
- Troy Ryan – Head Coach
- Kori Cheverie – Assistant Coach
- Caroline Ouellette – Assistant Coach
- Britni Smith – Assistant Coach
Canada’s Olympic Women’s Hockey History
Canada boasts a rich history in women’s hockey at the Olympics, achieving remarkable success over the years. Here is a summary of their past performances:
| Year | Location | Result |
|---|---|---|
| 1998 | Nagano | Silver |
| 2002 | Salt Lake City | Gold |
| 2006 | Torino | Gold |
| 2010 | Vancouver | Gold |
| 2014 | Sochi | Gold |
| 2018 | PyeongChang | Silver |
| 2022 | Beijing | Gold |
2026 Olympic Schedule
The women’s hockey tournament in Milan has an exciting schedule ahead:
- Feb 13: Sweden vs. Czechia
- Feb 13: USA vs. Italy
- Feb 14: Canada vs. Germany
- Feb 14: Switzerland vs. Finland
- Feb 16: Semifinals
- Feb 19: Bronze medal game
- Feb 19: Gold medal game – USA vs. Canada
As the games approach, anticipation is building for Canada’s performance. The nation eagerly awaits to see if they will add another gold medal to their impressive collection.
