Canadian hockey board chairman resigns
CALGARY – The Chairman of the Board of Directors of Hockey Canada will resign immediately.
Hockey Canada said Michael Brind’Amour informed the board of its decision Friday night as the organization is facing intense scrutiny over its handling of sexual assault allegations. organization’s culture of silence.
Brind’Amour released a statement saying he has “listened carefully and attentively to the opinions of the Canadian people” and believes “immediate action is essential to addressing these challenges”. important challenges that (the organization) and (the sport) (hockey) are facing.”
Brind’Amour was first elected President in 2018, with his final term expected to end this November.
Hockey Canada said the board will meet in the coming days to determine next steps and appoint an interim chairman.
The next board election is scheduled to take place at the annual meeting in November 2022.
(Canadian Press)