Federal and Quebec politicians are criticizing the Nationwide Hockey League after Montreal Canadiens followers within the Gatineau area had been banned from internet hosting a watch get together at an area enviornment.
Organizers of the cancelled occasion stated the NHL advised them they weren’t allowed to proceed with their get together final Saturday on the 4000-seat Slush Puppie Centre as a result of it’s positioned inside a territory the place the Ottawa Senators have unique advertising rights.
The organizers say additionally they spoke to the Senators who refused to assist them arrange a Habs get together at an enviornment that’s about 35 kilometres away from the Ottawa workforce’s dwelling on the Canadian Tire Centre.
Transport Minister Steve MacKinnon, who represents the Gatineau using, advised journalists this morning that the transfer was a critical mistake.
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He stated many hockey followers in Gatineau are rooting for the Canadiens and so they deserve to return collectively to expertise the joy of the playoff video games.
The Quebec legislature unanimously adopted a movement yesterday calling on the NHL to rethink its determination and permit these in Gatineau and the Outaouais area to host such events.
The NHL didn’t instantly reply to a request for remark.
This report by The Canadian Press was first revealed Might 27, 2026.
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