Canadian Blind Hockey is bringing history to New Brunswick as the 2026 Eastern Regional Blind Hockey Tournament takes place January 16–18, 2026 at the Moncton Coliseum, as part of Scotiabank Hockey Day in Canada celebrations.
This milestone event marks the first Blind Hockey tournament ever held in the province.
The Eastern Regional Blind Hockey Tournament will feature a two-team three game series with 34 players from across Canada with one game scheduled on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday.
Each of the four Atlantic Provinces will be represented by players from the Nova Scotia SeeKings, the Newfoundland Eye-Landers, as well as players from PEI.
The rosters also include eight members of the undefeated Canadian National Blind Hockey Team with two local superstars Simon Richard and Jonathan Trzop.
“Moncton is a mecca for Para sport and is home to incredible Blind Hockey athletes, including two players on the Canadian National Blind Hockey Team Jonathan Trzop and Simon Richard,” explains Matt Morrow, Executive Director at Canadian Blind Hockey.”
He continued “Showcasing Blind Hockey during one of the games most celebrated days in Canada is a truly historic moment and an incredible opportunity for Blind Hockey athletes in Eastern Canada to play in front of their home community.”
Fans attending Game #1 on Friday, January 16 at 10:00 a.m. will experience a special opening ceremony featuring Hockey Night in Canada’s Kelly Hrudey, who will drop the ceremonial opening puck.
Following the puck drop, fans will have the opportunity to get their photo taken with the 4 Nations Face-Off Cup, won by Team Canada last February.
As part of the Eastern Regional Blind Hockey Tournament throughout the historic Hockey Day in Canada weekend, Canadian Blind Hockey will host a Try Blind Hockey event for children and youth, to introduce young athletes who are blind or partially sighted into the game.
“Having the Eastern Regional Tournament in my hometown of Moncton is truly a remarkable honor”, reflects Simon Richard, Member of Canadian Blind Hockey National Team and President of the Moncton See Cats. “The connection to Hockey Day in Canada is extra special, and a unique opportunity that not only showcases our passion for hockey but also highlights the incredible potential within our Blind Hockey community.”
Canadian Blind Hockey programs are supported nationally by the CNIB Foundation, Electra Health, the Daniel Family Foundation, Canucks for Kids Fund, and Manion.
Programs The 2026 Eastern Regional Blind Hockey Tournament is supported by community partners the City of Moncton and Destination Moncton Dieppe.
2026 Eastern Regional Blind Hockey Tournament at Scotiabank Hockey Day in Canada, Moncton NB:
Friday January 16
10:00am 12:00pm Eastern Regionals Game #1
1: 00pm 2:00pm Try Skating and Blind Hockey session for children and youth
Saturday January 17
10:00am 12:00pm Eastern Regionals Game #2
Sunday January 18
10:00am 12:00pm Eastern Regionals Game #3
Arena address: Moncton Coliseum 377 Killam Dr, Moncton, NB E1C 3T1
About Canadian Blind Hockey:
Canadian Blind Hockey is a charity that changes the lives of children, youth and adults who are blind or partially sighted by providing Blind Hockey programming including: introductory try-it sessions, development camps, regional and national competitions, and by supporting the Canadian National Blind Hockey Team.
Canadian Blind Hockey programs are supported nationally by the CNIB Foundation, the Daniel Family Foundation, Electra Health, and Manion.
Media contact:
Melanie Carrey
Manager, Communications, Canadian Blind Hockey
melcarrey@blindicehockey.com (416) 526-8114
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