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TEAM CANADA INLINE HOCKEY 🇨🇦
2026 WORLD SKATE GAMES
ASUNCIÓN, PARAGUAY
Representing Canada on the World Stage
WELCOME TO TEAM CANADA
In 2026, Canadian inline hockey returns to the international stage.
The Canadian Inline Hockey Federation | Canada Inline is proud to bring together athletes, coaches, and staff from across the country to represent Canada at the 2026 World Skate Games in Asunción, Paraguay.
This is more than a hockey tournament.
It is an opportunity to bring Canadian athletes together, build a stronger national program, develop the next generation of Canadian inline hockey, and proudly wear the Maple Leaf in international competition.
From communities across Canada, athletes have come together with one common goal:
REPRESENT CANADA. 🇨🇦
THE 2026 WORLD SKATE GAMES
The World Skate Games bring together athletes from around the world across multiple roller and skate sport disciplines.
For inline hockey, the event provides an opportunity for national teams to compete against some of the strongest programs and athletes in international inline hockey.
The 2026 World Skate Games will take place in:
🇵🇾 ASUNCIÓN, PARAGUAY
For Team Canada, the journey to Paraguay represents an important step in the continued development of Canada's national inline hockey program.
Canadian athletes will have the opportunity to compete internationally, gain valuable high-level experience, and represent their country against elite international competition.
CANADA'S NATIONAL TEAMS
Canada Inline is developing a national program designed to create opportunities for Canadian athletes at multiple stages of their development.
For the 2026 World Skate Games, Canada is participating with four national teams:
🇨🇦 SENIOR MEN
Canada's Senior Men's National Team brings together experienced Canadian athletes competing at the highest level of inline hockey.
The program combines established national-team experience with emerging talent and represents Canada's senior men's pathway on the international stage.
🇨🇦 SENIOR WOMEN
The Senior Women's National Team represents the continued growth and development of women's inline hockey in Canada.
The program provides Canadian women with the opportunity to compete internationally while helping build a stronger future for women's inline hockey across the country.
🇨🇦 JUNIOR MEN
The Junior Men's National Team provides Canadian athletes with an opportunity to gain international experience while competing against elite junior players from around the world.
This program serves as an important bridge between youth development and senior international competition.
🇨🇦 JUNIOR WOMEN
The Junior Women's National Team represents an important investment in the future of women's inline hockey in Canada.
The program creates an international pathway for young Canadian women while providing experience and development opportunities that can lead toward senior-level competition.
WHAT DOES IT MEAN TO REPRESENT CANADA?
Wearing the Maple Leaf comes with pride.
It also comes with responsibility.
Team Canada athletes are expected to represent Canada with:
PRIDE
Take pride in the opportunity and understand what the Maple Leaf represents.
RESPECT
Respect teammates, opponents, officials, coaches, volunteers, event organizers, and the host country.
INTEGRITY
Compete honestly and uphold the standards of Canadian sport and international competition.
ACCOUNTABILITY
Take responsibility for preparation, communication, deadlines, conduct, and personal commitments.
TEAM FIRST
Understand that national-team success depends on individuals working together toward a common goal.
EXCELLENCE
Prepare properly, compete hard, continue learning, and represent Canada to the best of your ability.
Being selected to Team Canada is both an achievement and a commitment.
PLAYER & GOALIE REQUIREMENTS
All players and goalies selected to represent Canada Inline | Team Canada are expected to review and understand the requirements below.
These requirements apply to international events sanctioned through World Skate and, where applicable, other recognized roller hockey competitions.
Participation in Team Canada requires athletes and families to understand their responsibilities before, during, and after international competition.
1. TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS
Players and families are responsible for understanding all tournament dates, travel windows, and team schedule requirements before committing to the program.
All athletes must be available for the full duration of the event, including required arrival, team preparation, competition, and departure dates.
Team schedules may include activities outside the actual game schedule, including:
- Team meetings
- Practices and training
- Opening or closing ceremonies
- Official event activities
- Media or promotional responsibilities
- Team functions
- Required recovery or preparation activities
Athletes are expected to plan accordingly.
2. AIRPORTS & TEAM TRAVEL ITINERARY
All players are required to arrive at the designated airport or airports within the travel window provided by Team Canada staff.
Athletes are expected to coordinate their travel plans with the official Team Canada travel itinerary.
Players who choose to travel outside of the approved Team Canada schedule will be responsible for any additional costs associated with:
- Transportation
- Missed team arrangements
- Hotel changes
- Additional accommodation
- Airport transfers
- Ground transportation
- Travel adjustments
- Changes to team bookings or services
Any travel outside the official itinerary should be discussed with Team Canada staff in advance.
3. VALID CANADIAN PASSPORT
All athletes representing Canada internationally must have a valid Canadian passport.
Your passport must be valid for a minimum of six months beyond the tournament travel dates, or longer if required by the destination country or applicable travel regulations.
Players are responsible for ensuring their passport is current and renewed well in advance if required.
Once selected to a Team Canada roster, athletes will be required to provide proof of citizenship, including a passport copy, as part of the official registration process required by tournament organizers and/or World Skate.
Athletes should not wait until the last minute to address passport requirements.
4. AGE & ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS
Players must meet the age requirements established for their specific division and tournament.
Athletes and families are responsible for reviewing and complying with the applicable age categories and eligibility rules.
Eligibility may include requirements established by:
- World Skate
- Tournament organizers
- Canada Inline
- Applicable national-team regulations
- Event-specific competition rules
Final eligibility is subject to the requirements of the applicable event and governing organizations.
5. EQUIPMENT REQUIREMENTS
All Team Canada athletes are required to use equipment that meets the standards and expectations established by Canada Inline, World Skate, and the applicable tournament regulations.
Players are responsible for ensuring they have appropriate equipment for international competition, including:
- Approved helmet and protective equipment
- Proper gloves
- Inline hockey skates
- Appropriate stick and equipment
- Protective equipment required by the event
- Equipment in safe and usable condition
Equipment must comply with applicable World Skate and tournament guidelines.
Additional equipment requirements may be communicated before each event.
Athletes should arrive prepared and should not rely on the team to provide personal equipment unless specifically communicated in advance.
6. INSURANCE REQUIREMENTS
Canada Inline may provide event-specific coverage where applicable for participating athletes while representing the program.
However, all athletes are required to provide proof of personal travel medical insurance before attending international events.
Players and families should confirm that their coverage includes:
- International travel
- Medical treatment outside Canada
- Emergency medical care
- Hospitalization
- Sport participation
- Emergency transportation, where applicable
- Travel-related medical expenses
Athletes and families are responsible for understanding the limitations and exclusions of their personal insurance coverage.
7. MEDICAL, MEDICATION & ANTI-DOPING REQUIREMENTS
International sport carries additional responsibilities for athletes.
Team Canada athletes must understand that World Skate competitions may operate under anti-doping policies established by World Skate and the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA).
Athletes may be required to complete medical information forms and provide information regarding medications, supplements, treatments, or other relevant medical considerations.
Athletes are personally responsible for understanding what they are taking and ensuring that their medications and supplements comply with applicable anti-doping requirements.
Anti-Doping Education
Athletes and applicable support personnel may be required to complete designated WADA and/or World Skate anti-doping education before participating in the event.
Required education must be completed by the deadlines communicated by Team Canada staff.
Testing
Athletes should understand that anti-doping testing may occur during international competitions.
Testing may take place at any time in accordance with the applicable rules and procedures.
Athletes representing Canada are expected to understand and comply with all applicable anti-doping requirements.
When in doubt, athletes should seek clarification through the appropriate official anti-doping resources before using a medication, supplement, or treatment.
8. FINANCIAL REQUIREMENTS
International competition involves significant costs associated with tournament participation, travel, accommodation, transportation, uniforms, equipment, administration, and team operations.
Athletes and families are responsible for understanding the financial requirements communicated for their specific Team Canada program and event.
TRAVEL EXPENSES
Players and families are responsible for airfare and travel arrangements to and from international events unless otherwise communicated by Canada Inline.
TEAM FEES
Once selected to a Team Canada roster, athletes are responsible for all applicable team fees associated with participation.
Team fees may support expenses such as:
- Tournament registration
- Program operations
- Coaching
- Team administration
- Uniforms
- Team apparel
- Equipment or team services
- Training and preparation
- Event-related services
The specific fee structure for each event will be communicated to athletes and families.
HOTEL & TRANSPORTATION
Depending on the event, team fees may include specific accommodations, transportation, uniforms, services, or tournament-related expenses.
A complete breakdown of included and additional costs will be communicated to athletes and families before participation is finalized.
Any expenses specifically identified as the responsibility of the athlete or family remain the responsibility of that participant.
9. TEAM COMMUNICATION & DEADLINES
International teams require a high level of communication and organization.
Athletes and families are expected to monitor official Team Canada communications and respond to requests within the required timelines.
Important communications may include:
- Registration requirements
- Payment deadlines
- Passport documentation
- Travel information
- Hotel information
- Medical requirements
- Anti-doping education
- Team meetings
- Training schedules
- Uniform information
- Equipment requirements
- World Skate requirements
- Event updates
- Emergency or last-minute changes
Missing deadlines can affect the team's ability to organize travel, registration, accommodation, and event participation.
Being part of Team Canada means being responsible for your own preparation while also understanding that your actions can affect the entire team.
10. CONDUCT & TEAM RESPONSIBILITY
Team Canada athletes are expected to conduct themselves in a manner that reflects positively on Canada Inline, their teammates, their families, and Canada.
Athletes are expected to:
- Treat teammates and opponents with respect
- Respect coaches and team staff
- Respect officials and event personnel
- Follow team rules and schedules
- Maintain appropriate conduct online and in person
- Take care of team facilities and accommodations
- Respect the host country and local community
- Follow World Skate and tournament rules
- Support teammates
- Communicate appropriately
- Accept responsibility for their actions
Additional expectations are outlined in the Team Canada Code of Conduct and applicable Canada Inline policies.
MORE THAN A TEAM
Team Canada is not simply a roster of players.
It is a national program built around:
ATHLETES
Players who have earned the opportunity to compete for Canada.
COACHES
Leaders responsible for preparing athletes, developing team systems, and creating a high-performance environment.
TEAM STAFF
The people working behind the scenes to manage logistics, communications, equipment, medical requirements, travel, administration, and event operations.
FAMILIES
The people supporting athletes throughout the journey and helping make international competition possible.
THE CANADIAN INLINE HOCKEY COMMUNITY
Players, coaches, officials, volunteers, organizers, clubs, leagues, associations, sponsors, and supporters who continue to grow the sport across Canada.
Every part of that community contributes to Team Canada.
BUILDING A NATIONAL PATHWAY
The 2026 Team Canada program is part of a larger vision for Canadian inline hockey.
Canada Inline is working toward a sustainable national pathway connecting:
GRASSROOTS
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YOUTH DEVELOPMENT
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JUNIOR NATIONAL TEAMS
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SENIOR NATIONAL TEAMS
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INTERNATIONAL COMPETITION
The goal is to create more opportunities for Canadian athletes to discover inline hockey, develop their skills, compete at increasingly higher levels, and ultimately have a pathway toward representing Canada.
The national team program is one piece of that larger puzzle.
The objective is to build a program that lasts.
DEVELOPING CANADIAN INLINE HOCKEY
Canada has a long and proud hockey culture.
Inline hockey provides Canadian athletes with another opportunity to develop:
- Speed
- Skill
- Creativity
- Decision-making
- Teamwork
- Hockey intelligence
- Adaptability
- Leadership
The national program is intended to help strengthen that environment by:
- Creating national-team opportunities for Canadian athletes
- Developing junior and senior pathways
- Supporting the growth of women's inline hockey
- Connecting athletes and coaches from across Canada
- Increasing international competition opportunities
- Developing Canadian coaching and leadership
- Raising the profile of inline hockey in Canada
- Building relationships with international organizations and programs
- Creating opportunities for the next generation
The objective is not simply to build one successful Team Canada.
The objective is to build a program that lasts.
THE ROAD TO ASUNCIÓN 🇵🇾
The journey to Paraguay involves far more than stepping onto the rink.
Athletes and staff will prepare through:
- Team selection
- Training and development
- Tactical preparation
- Team meetings
- Fitness and conditioning
- International travel planning
- Equipment preparation
- Uniform coordination
- Medical requirements
- World Skate requirements
- Anti-doping education
- Team culture and leadership
- International competition preparation
Every detail matters.
Every practice matters.
Every responsibility matters.
Eventually, all of that preparation leads to one moment:
THE MAPLE LEAF TAKES THE FLOOR.
REPRESENTING CANADA ON THE WORLD STAGE
When Team Canada enters the rink in Asunción, the players will be representing more than the names on the back of their jerseys.
They will represent their families.
Their teammates.
Their coaches.
Their communities.
The leagues and programs that helped develop them.
The athletes who came before them.
And the young players watching from rinks across Canada who may one day wear the same jersey.
That is the responsibility of wearing the Maple Leaf.
A NATIONAL TEAM FOR CANADA
The Team Canada program is committed to creating a national-team environment that is:
COMPETITIVE
We want to compete at the highest level possible.
INCLUSIVE
Canadian athletes from across the country should have a pathway to national-team opportunities.
PROFESSIONAL
International competition requires preparation, accountability, communication, and organization.
DEVELOPMENT-FOCUSED
National teams should help athletes and coaches continue to grow.
RESPECTFUL
Everyone involved in the program contributes to the culture.
FUTURE-FOCUSED
Today's national teams should help create tomorrow's athletes, coaches, and leaders.
THANK YOU TO THE CANADIAN INLINE HOCKEY COMMUNITY
A national team does not appear overnight.
It is built by years of work from players, coaches, parents, volunteers, officials, league organizers, clubs, associations, facilities, sponsors, equipment partners, and supporters.
Every time someone introduces a young player to inline hockey, volunteers at a rink, coaches a practice, organizes a tournament, officiates a game, supports an athlete, or helps grow the sport, they are contributing to the future of Canadian inline hockey.
Team Canada is a reflection of that community.
THE JOURNEY BEGINS
The 2026 World Skate Games in Asunción are an important chapter in the story of Canadian inline hockey.
FOUR CANADIAN NATIONAL TEAMS
🇨🇦 Senior Men
🇨🇦 Senior Women
🇨🇦 Junior Men
🇨🇦 Junior Women
ONE MAPLE LEAF.
ONE COUNTRY.
ONE TEAM CANADA.
The jerseys are being prepared.
The teams are coming together.
The work has begun.
And the road to Paraguay is officially underway.
LET'S ROLL, CANADA. 🍁🏒🇨🇦
TEAM CANADA INLINE HOCKEY
Canadian Inline Hockey Federation | Canada Inline
Team Canada Inline Hockey Program
Representing Canada on the World Stage
2026 World Skate Games
Asunción, Paraguay
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