The 2020 National Women’s Under-18 Championship, scheduled for Nov. 2-8 in Dawson Creek has been cancelled.  

While much work has gone in to preparing to the championship, Hockey Canada says they had no choice but to cancel with the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic in mind. 

Hockey Canada provided a statement from Tom Renney, chief executive officer, and Scott Smith, president and chief operating officer 

“At various rates, provinces from coast-to-coast-to-coast have started moving ahead with their phased re-opening, but as it has been since the season was cancelled, Hockey Canada’s priority remains the health and safety of all participants and the general public. We believe the decision to cancel these three events is the safest decision given the ongoing uncertainty of the pandemic at the local level, as well as the international implications associated with these events. 

“Hockey Canada is grateful for the continued support of our local host committees and event partners, including BC Hockey, Hockey Nova Scotia, Hockey Eastern Ontario, NHL Central Scouting, the Canadian Junior Hockey League (CJHL) and the Central Canada Hockey League (CCHL). We appreciate the commitment and support of everyone involved and we look forward to showcasing some incredible hockey to fans next year.” 

In addition to the event in Dawson Creek, they also cancelled the 2020 Canadian Tire Para Hockey Cup, Dec. 6-12 in Bridgewater, N.S. and the 2020 World Junior A Challenge, Dec. 13-20 in Cornwall, ON.