By Canadian Press

Hockey Canada chair Hugh L. Fraser not seeking re-election to board

Nov 17, 2023 | 11:49 AM

The chair of Hockey Canada’s board says he will not be seeking re-election.

Hugh L. Fraser made the decision not to seek re-election in the summer, driven by a desire to pursue other projects related to safe sport.

The retired judge previously said he felt it was his duty to step up to help turn around Hockey Canada after national outrage over the national sport organization’s handling of sexual assault allegations and payouts to victims.

Fraser was named as part of a transition board in December 2022 and has since overseen a series of changes to the sporting body including hiring a new president and chief executive officer, investing in sport safety initiatives, implementing bylaw changes and making sure the organization’s finance’s are more clear and transparent.

The bylaw changes were recommended in a 221-page report led by former Supreme Court judge Thomas Cromwell, which called for more oversight and accountability.

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Fraser says he feels Hockey Canada has returned to a healthier financial position than he started, with government funding restored and the return of corporate partners.

Fraser departs as the findings of an investigative report into allegations of sexual assault involving members of the 2018 Canadian junior hockey team is under appeal.

This report by The Canadian Press was first published Nov. 17, 2023.

The Canadian Press