Sports | The Canadian Encyclopedia
Bobsledding, Luge and Skeleton (3)
Boxing (1)
Diving (1)
Gymnastics (1)
Martial Arts (3)
Paddle Sports (3)
Rugby (1)
Track and Field (1)
Weightlifting (1)
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Sports

This collection explores sports through articles, photo galleries, Heritage Minutes and more.

(See also Canadian Athletes Collection.)

Fanny Rosenfeld

Timelines

NHL Hockey
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National Hockey League

The National Hockey League (NHL) was established in Montréal on 26 November 1917.

Lacrosse Champions
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Sports

Sports have a long history in Canada, from early Indigenous games (e.g., baggataway) to more recent sports such as snowboarding and kitesurfing. Officially, Canada has two national sports: lacrosse (summer) and hockey (winter).

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We Remember

This November, learn more about the history of those who have served Canada with our Canadian military history quiz

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