Four Canadian hockey players remain suspended after sexual assault acquittal

A fifth member of the group previously suspended by Hockey Canada has been reinstated to the organization, the governing body announced on Tuesday. The decision follows an appeal to the independent disciplinary board, which upheld the finding that the entire group had violated Hockey Canada’s code of conduct, but concluded that the reinstated individual’s involvement did not merit a continued ban. The board’s ruling cited mitigating factors, including the member’s cooperation with the investigation and lack of direct participation in the conduct that prompted the sanctions.

Hockey Canada confirmed that, while the code‑of‑conduct breach remains on record for all six individuals, the reinstated member will be eligible to resume duties pending standard compliance requirements. The organization said it will continue to enforce its disciplinary framework and monitor the situation to ensure adherence to its behavioral standards.