More than 900 cases of on-ice discrimination reported last season: Hockey Canada

Hockey Canada says there were more than 900 documented or alleged incidents of on-ice discrimination — verbal taunts, insults and intimidation — across all levels and age groups during the 2021-22 season. It's the organization's first report tracking the issue and comes after an 'action plan' unveiled by Hockey Canada in July to address 'toxic behaviour in the sport.'

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