Calgary (Rajeev Sharma): The province of Alberta has been selected as the North American venue for the World Cup of Hockey 2028, with games scheduled to take place in Calgary and Edmonton in February 2028.
The announcement was made jointly by Calgary Sports & Entertainment Corporation and OEG Sports & Entertainment, following a successful bid supported by multiple levels of government and tourism bodies. The event will be organised in collaboration with the National Hockey League and the NHL Players’ Association.
Matches in Calgary will be held at Scotia Place, while Rogers Place in Edmonton will host key fixtures, including both semi-finals and the championship game. In total, seven games are slated for Calgary, with the tournament’s decisive stages reserved for Edmonton.
Organisers estimate the tournament could deliver a substantial economic boost to the region, with projections suggesting hundreds of millions of dollars in economic activity. The event is also expected to create tens of thousands of jobs and draw large numbers of international visitors, significantly benefiting the hospitality and tourism sectors.
Officials noted that the global sporting event will shine an international spotlight on Alberta, showcasing its infrastructure, culture and ability to host major competitions. The European leg of the tournament will take place in Prague.
Further details, including participating teams, match schedules and ticketing arrangements, are expected to be released at a later stage.
