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By Canadian Press

"immediate action essential"

Hockey Canada board Chair Michael Brind’Amour stepping down from position

Aug 6, 2022 | 9:47 AM

OTTAWA, ON – The Chair of Hockey Canada’s board of directors is stepping down from his position effective immediately.

Hockey Canada says Michael Brind’Amour informed the board of his decision on Friday evening, August 5, 2022, as the organization deals with intense scrutiny for its handling of sexual assault allegations and its culture of silence.

Brind’Amour issued a statement, saying he has “listened carefully and intently to the comments of Canadians,” and believes “immediate action is essential to address the important challenges facing (the) organization and (the) sport (of hockey).”

“My final term ends in November 2022, and I know that there is no need to wait for a new era. Immediate action is essential to address the important challenges facing our organization and our sport, which our Action Plan works to accomplish. I would not be able to see this renewal through and have therefore announced my resignation to the Board of Directors,” says Brind’Amour.

“I am reassured that The Honourable Thomas Cromwell, C.C., has agreed to lead a governance review of our organization that will help us make the changes that are needed. I am confident the recommendations will guide the organization into a future of desired change.”

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Brind’Amour was first elected as Chair in 2018, with his final term expected to end this November.

Hockey Canada says the board of directors will meet in the coming days to determine the next steps and to appoint an interim Chair.

The next board election is scheduled to take place at the annual meeting in November 2022.

This report by The Canadian Press was first published Aug. 6, 2022.