toronto –
Two sponsors who previously withdrew their support for Hockey Canada when it was embroiled in scandal last year say they are backing the organization again.
Fast food chain Tim Hortons and telecommunications company Telus Corp said they are restoring their support for Hockey Canada, which they withdrew when the organization was accused of mishandling sexual assault complaints.
Teams spokesman Michael Oliveira says the chain has made it clear it will only restore funding to Canadian men’s teams when it regains the confidence of Canadians.
He says Thames returned his support because Hockey Canada appears to have made significant progress toward that goal under new leadership.
Telus spokeswoman Sara Rahica says the telecommunications giant decided to back the organization again because it wanted to support changes that make the sport safe and inclusive for everyone on and off the ice.
The renewed support from Tims and Telus comes ahead of the Men’s World Junior Hockey Championships in Gothenburg, Sweden later this month.
This report by The Canadian Press was first published Dec. 14, 2023.
