Overview
- Canada’s camp list blends elite prospects with NHL-experienced names, including Zayne Parekh, Harrison Brunicke, Michael Misa, Braeden Cootes, Jett Luchanko and Brady Martin.
- Camp runs Dec. 12–22 in Niagara Falls, with tune-ups versus Sweden on Dec. 17 (Kitchener) and Dec. 20 (London) and Denmark on Dec. 23 in Minnesota.
- Hockey Canada plans to release one forward, one defenceman and one goaltender by Dec. 22, keeping space open for late changes.
- Several players have been loaned or are attending from NHL clubs, while possible additions such as Berkly Catton or Sam Dickinson remain contingent on team releases.
- Dale Hunter takes the bench with a mandate for structure and role acceptance after back-to-back quarterfinal exits, as returning core pieces include Gavin McKenna, Jett Luchanko, Porter Martone, Cole Beaudoin, Carter George and Jack Ivankovic.