HALIFAX –
The Halifax Regional Council says it will host the IIHF World Junior Championship in Halifax and Moncton later this year.
Mayor Mike Savage told a special council meeting late Tuesday, “We’re going to run these games — set this tournament, we’re going to do a hell of a job and like we always do,” but with a note of caution that “last-minute problems are always possible”.
He says the city has the know-how to host these games.
Hockey Canada has been rocked by allegations of sexual assault. resulting in his leadership resigning amid heavy criticism.
Savage says a “high number” of tickets have sold out, with the remainder being in the hands of Hockey Canada “for things like potential sponsorship”.
Councilor Tony Mancini says the games will bring a $50 million economic boost to the two cities, including $35 million in Nova Scotia.
This report from The Canadian Press was first published on October 12, 2022.