A commemorative plaque from the Historic Sites and Monuments Board of Canada (HSMBC) was unveiled in Montreal Wednesday to recognize the national historic significance of the 1972 Summit Series, an eight-game hockey tournament between Canada and the Soviet Union.
“Fans rallied behind the Team Canada players, who showed incredible heart, determination and individual effort that would come to define our athletes to the world.”
Game One of the unprecedented hockey series was played on Sept. 2, 1972 at the Montreal Forum.
An estimated 15 out of 20 million Canadians tuned in.
Schools and businesses set up television sets so people could watch the final game.
It was a defining moment that brought Canadians together and many believed the special series changed hockey forever.
“Designating the 1972 Summit Series as a national historic event highlights its significance and underlines its importance in our history,” said Lauzon.
“It aroused pride and patriotism in both countries, and contributed to a new level of mutual understanding and respect through a shared passion for hockey.”
The ’72 Summit Series tour takes place in: Montreal, Que. on Sept. 2 at Place Des Arts, Winnipeg, MB on Sept. 6 at Centennial Concert Hall, Vancouver, B.C. on Sept. 8 at Queen Elizabeth Theatre and Toronto, Ont. on Sept. 10 at the Sony Centre.
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