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Judge Set to Rule on Hockey Canada's Consent Controversy

7/24/2025

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Five ex-Canadian junior hockey players await a pivotal ruling on sexual assault charges linked to a 2018 incident in London, Ontario. The complainant, E.M., claims she was assaulted after initially consenting to engage with one player. This trial has ignited crucial discussions about consent and the troubling culture within Hockey Canada, with a judge's decision looming on Thursday.

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Story summary

Five ex-Canadian junior hockey players await a pivotal ruling on sexual assault charges linked to a 2018 incident in London, Ontario. The complainant, E.M., claims she was assaulted after initially consenting to engage with one player. This trial has ignited crucial discussions about consent and the troubling culture within Hockey Canada, with a judge's decision looming on Thursday.