"I'm 84 years old and didn't think I'd witness some of the stuff that's going on, but this dates back to the slavery age," O'Ree told The Canadian Press.

The researchers are calling on hockey officials to promote inclusion in the sport with a policy paper that outlines recommendations on how to combat racism in hockey.

Ontario Reign forward Boko Imama says there is "no excuse'' for the racial slur that was directed at him during a recent American Hockey League game.

Akim Aliu, the player who helped promote a new discussion about racism and coaching behaviour in hockey, is heading back to the ice.

The American Hockey League has suspended Bakersfield Condors defenceman Brandon Manning five games for using a racial slur against Ontario Reign left-wing Bokondji Imama.

Logan Prosper, who is from Waycobah First Nation, says he was taunted with racist comments from players with the Northside Vikings during a game in Cheticamp, N.S., last week.

Recently, the highest level of professional hockey has had a dark spotlight cast on it over allegations of coaching misconduct, ranging from racial slurs to physical abuse.

The Ontario Minor Hockey Association is investigating the alleged incident at an arena in Millbrook.

The Racism in Hockey roundtable discussion was inspired by recent racist events that occurred in arenas across North America.

“Our findings, while inconclusive, do not indicate that the allegation is false. We are simply unable to ascertain which player allegedly made the remarks.”