Ottawa (Rajeev Sharma): Canada’s medal tally climbed to eight on Day 8 of the 2026 Winter Olympics, but the country is still chasing its first gold of the Games.
Speed skater Laurent Dubreuil delivered a podium finish in the men’s 500 metres, capturing bronze after a tightly contested race. The result provided a boost to Canada’s campaign, though the elusive top step of the podium remains out of reach.
In short-track speed skating, hopes were high for William Dandjinou in the men’s 1,500 metres. Entering the event as a strong contender for gold, Dandjinou fell short of expectations and finished fifth, narrowly missing a medal.
On the ice, Canada’s women’s hockey team advanced to the semifinals with a commanding 5-1 win over Germany in the quarterfinal round. Captain Marie-Philip Poulin found the back of the net during the matchup, drawing level with Canadian legend Hayley Wickenheiser for the most Olympic goals in the nation’s history.
Meanwhile, Canada’s men’s curling team faced setbacks both on and off the sheet. Vice Marc Kennedy received a verbal warning from World Curling over language used during a previous contest against Sweden. The team then suffered a 9-5 defeat to Switzerland in their latest outing, adding pressure as the competition intensifies.
As the Games progress, Canada continues to collect medals across disciplines, but the wait for a gold medal performance carries on.
