| The largest Blind Hockey event of the year is right around the corner as the 12th annual Canadian National Blind Hockey Tournament (CNBHT) returns from March 20 – 22, 2026 at the Mattamy Athletic Centre – the former Maple Leaf Gardens – in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. The event is brought to you by the CNIB Foundation and made possible by our national partners at the Canucks for Kids Fund, Electra Health, the Daniel Family Foundation, and Manion.
This year’s CNBHT will have six divisions including children, youth, low vision and development, open, masters, and for the first time ever – a three-team International Blind Ice Hockey Series featuring Canada, USA, and Team World! Special events: In addition to the National Tournament, Canadian Blind Hockey is thrilled to be hosting the 5th annual Girls & Women’s Blind Hockey Summit, as well as our Children and Youth Multi-Sport Camp both taking place on Thursday, March 19. From girls and boys who are just beginning their Blind Hockey journey, all the way to the seasoned all-stars from around the world, the 2026 Canadian Nationals will showcase the very best of the Para sport of Blind Hockey. The 2026 International Blind Ice Hockey Series Returns to Toronto for 2026 – Introducing Team World! Canadian Blind Hockey is thrilled to announce that the 2026 Canadian National Blind Hockey Team will be looking to earn its 7th consecutive championship and defend their title against Team USA in Toronto March 20 – 22 2026 as part of the 12th Annual Canadian National Blind Hockey Tournament at Mattamy Athletic Centre. Since 2019, the International Blind Ice Hockey Series has been a two-team three-game series between the Canadian and American Blind Hockey Teams. With the rapidly growing Para sport, organizers hope that the introduction of a Team World will increase awareness and encourage more Blind Hockey programs to grow across the globe. “Over the past few weeks, our country has rallied behind our Olympic teams as they showcased the very highest level of hockey on the world stage and to now watch the Canadian National Blind Hockey Team pull that same maple leaf over their hearts is incredibly powerful,” reflects Luca DeMontis, General Manager, Canadian National Blind Hockey Team. “This group continues to amaze us with their elite talent, skill, and teamwork all while playing the game with 10 percent vision or less. I cannot wait to see them represent our nation.” This year’s Canadian National Blind Hockey Team features 20 players representing seven different provinces spanning the country. Full Press Release We can’t wait to welcome you to Toronto!
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