What happened: The five players are Alex Formenton, Cal Foote, Carter Hart, Dillon Dubé and Michael McLeod. The decision closes the appeal process tied to a November 2023 independent adjudicative panel.
Why it matters: The sanctions apply to Hockey Canada-sanctioned programs through each player’s reinstatement date. Any 2018 roster member considered for a national team will undergo enhanced screening and a third-party review.
By the numbers: Reinstatement dates: Formenton, immediately; Foote, Nov. 10, 2026; Hart, Nov. 10, 2027; Dubé, Nov. 10, 2028; McLeod, Nov. 10, 2030.
What to watch: Hockey Canada will determine future participation if an eligible player seeks a sanctioned role or national-team selection.