Peter Menzies: Canadians Are Aching for a Reason to Burst With National Pride

Disappointed Team Canada players stand with their silver medals after losing to the United States in overtime during the men's gold medal hockey game at the 2026 Winter Olympics in Milan on Feb. 22, 2026. The Canadian Press/Darryl Dyck

Commentary

Now that the lingering pain of the Winter Olympics has eased, Canadians are left to ponder what can be done to lift their spirits, knowing their longstanding claim that hockey is “our game” can no longer be stated without contention.