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Hayley Wickenheiser, coach Melody Davidson and para hockey star Todd Nicholson will join the Order of Hockey in Canada’s 2026 class, recognizing their contributions to the sport. Wickenheiser’s record-setting career with Canada’s women’s team includes four Olympic gold medals and seven world titles.

By the Numbers
  • Wickenheiser played 276 games for Canada, scoring 168 goals and 379 points.
  • She won 4 Olympic gold medals and 7 IIHF Women’s World Championship titles.
  • The Order will have 39 members after the three inductions; the last class was invested in June 2022.
Yes, But

Wickenheiser is the headline inductee, but the honor also recognizes contributions beyond the women’s national team: Davidson’s coaching achievements and Nicholson’s leadership in para hockey.

What's Next

Hockey Canada will celebrate the inductees on Dec. 29 in Edmonton, before Canada faces Norway at the 2027 IIHF World Juniors.

Bottom Line

The class reflects hockey’s growth across elite competition, coaching and para sport—not just the records and medals of its most celebrated players.