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A look back at the trial that rocked the hockey world: World junior stars face allegations of sexual assaultFive accused World Junior hockey players from the 2018 team arrived in court in London, Ont. on April 22, almost seven years after an alleged assault that rocked the world of hockey. Global News looks back on the trial and the outcome.CanadaJan 1
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World Darts Championship now a Christmas tradition in LondonCanadian sports fans often associate the holiday season with the World Junior Ice Hockey Championships, but a very different type of tournament is taking place in the U.K. during the same period. Redmond Shannon explains how the World Darts Championship has become a Christmas tradition in London.Global NationalDec 29, 2025
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SJHL & MJHL unite for second annual Western All-Star ChallengeWATCH: Players from the Saskatchewan Junior Hockey League and Manitoba Junior Hockey League squared off in Martensville, aiming to move one step closer to the 2025 World Junior A Challenge in Quebec.SportsNov 6, 2025
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World junior players acquitted of sexual assault can return to NHL, league rulesThe five players acquitted in the Hockey Canada sexual assault trial can return to the NHL when their suspensions end on Dec. 1, the NHL announced Thursday. Noor Ra’fat has reaction from hockey fans, and those in the know of the sport.Global News at 11 TorontoSep 12, 2025
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Global National: Oct. 16Prime Minister Mark Carney’s promise to get tougher on violent and repeat offenders; and to reform bail policies. How Israel’s development plans for the occupied West Bank are crushing hopes of Palestinian statehood. An NHL team signs one of the Canadians acquitted in the World Juniors sex assault trial. Plus, the Toronto Blue Jays aim...Global NationalOct 16, 2025
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Crown not seeking appeal of world junior sexual assault acquittalCrown prosecutors will not file an appeal in the high-profile world junior sexual assault trial after five men were acquitted last month, Global News has learned. The Crown had 30 days to notify the Court of Appeal for Ontario if it would challenge the verdict.CanadaAug 21, 2025
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Survivor, advocate react to world junior trial verdictA lawyer and survivor of sexual abuse, says hockey culture needs to change. Global’s Iris Dyck reports.Jul 25, 2025
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Alberta fallout from World Junior sex assault trialAfter a judge acquitted five hockey players in a high profile sexual assault trial Thursday, it’s sparked conversations about next steps. Regardless of the verdict, some say this case will still mark a turning point. Kabi Moulitharan reports.Global News Hour at 6 EdmontonJul 25, 2025
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World Junior Trial: ‘Not guilty’ decision, so what’s next?All five former members of Canada’s 2018 World Junior Hockey Team accused of sexual assault were found not guilty on Thursday. In her decision, Justice Maria Carrocia raised serious concerns about the reliability and credibility of the complainant, as well as the definition of consent. Legal expert Lorne Honickman joins Candace Daniel for further analysis.SportsJul 25, 2025
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Advocates weigh in on impact of world junior sex assault trial decisionAdvocates for survivors of sexual violence say Thursday’s decision in the world junior case is already discouraging some victims from speaking out and reporting it to police. Caryn Lieberman reports.Global News at 6 TorontoJul 25, 2025
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Acquittal in world junior hockey sexual assault case sparks outrage and discussionReactions continue to surge online following the high-profile acquittal in a sexual assault case involving five former junior hockey players. Advocates for survivors of sexual violence argue that the ruling reflects a troubling lack of trauma-informed understanding and could discourage victims from coming forward. Jeff Semple reports.Jul 25, 2025
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This Week in Politics: 5 former World Junior hockey players found not guiltyIn today’s This Week in Politics segment from “The Ben Mulroney Show”, Ben welcomes back guests Chris Chapin, Political Commentator, Managing Principal of Upstream Strategy and Warren Kinsella, Former Special Advisor to Jean Chretien and CEO of the Daisy Group.The Ben Mulroney ShowJul 25, 2025
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All 5 former World Junior players found not guilty in high-profile sex assault trialAll five former members of Canada’s 2018 World Juniors hockey team have been found not guilty in the high-profile sexual assault trial. The judge said the female complainant is neither “credible nor reliable.”CrimeJul 24, 2025
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World junior trial: Players found not guilty in high-profile sex assault caseFive members of Canada’s 2018 world junior hockey team accused of sexual assault have all been found not guilty, an Ontario judge has ruled. Sean O’Shea has the story.Jul 24, 2025
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Protestors gather as judge gives ruling in World Junior hockey sexual assault trialThe World Junior hockey sexual assault case has sparked ongoing national debate about consent and victims’ rights. Thursday’s ruling has only intensified those conversations. Caryn Lieberman reports.Jul 24, 2025
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Colts make Kingston baseball history with Little League World Series appearanceIt’s been a summer to remember for a group of local baseball players. The Kingston Colts Junior Boys are back from a whirlwind tour across Canada and the U.S., which saw them compete at the Junior Little League World Series — a first for any team from the Limestone City. Paul Soucy has more on...Aug 15, 2025
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Morality highlighted after Hockey Canada trialJennifer Quaid, law professor at the University of Ottawa, weighs in on a possible path forward after five former world junior hockey players were aquitted of sexual assault.Global BCJul 26, 2025
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Global News at 6 WinnipegThe acquittal of five former World junior hockey players sparking debate on consent and justice, miners trapped underground in B.C. are rescued after 60 hours and colorful bison’s in Winnipeg help survivors of child abuseGlobal News at 6 WinnipegJul 25, 2025
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Global News at 6 Toronto: July 25, 2025Advocates for sexual assault survivors are raising concerns about the legal system following the acquittal of five former world junior hockey players – we have the latest reaction. A successful rescue in northern B.C. after three miners were trapped underground for more than 60 hours. And, a heat warning is in effect for Toronto as...Global News at 6 TorontoJul 25, 2025
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Why the judge acquitted all 5 former Hockey Canada players in sex assault trialDillon Dubé, Cal Foote, Alex Formenton, Carter Hart, and Michael McLeod, the five members of Canada’s 2018 world junior hockey team accused of sexually assaulting a woman, have all been found not guilty. Jeff Semple explains what was behind the judge’s decision to acquit, and the reaction.Global NationalJul 24, 2025