A former Hockey Hall of Fame forward and ex-Toronto Maple Leafs president has delivered a sweeping review of Ontario’s junior hockey system, outlining 11 key recommendations aimed at enhancing player development and welfare. The report’s first proposal focuses on creating uniform rules for athlete housing, addressing inconsistencies in how young players are accommodated across leagues. With a mandate to assess and refine the province’s junior hockey framework, the findings could reshape how emerging talent is supported and protected. The full recommendations, set to influence future policies, highlight growing concerns over fairness and safety in the competitive environment.

Former Toronto Maple Leafs president and Hockey Hall of Fame forward Brendan Shanahan was tasked by Hockey Canada with overviewing Ontario junior hockey, and forming recommendations for improvement, throughout 2026. He has concluded his report with 11 recommendations to improve development and care for athletes. His first recommendation calls for standardizing billeting policy that allows […]