Canada Triumphs Over Germany in Women’s Hockey; Dubreuil Seizes Bronze in Men’s 500m Speed Skating

The Milan Cortina Winter Olympics continued to showcase the prowess of Canadian athletes on February 14, 2026, as several key events unfolded, including women’s hockey and short track speed skating.

Canada’s Women’s Hockey Dominates Germany

In a highly anticipated quarterfinal matchup, Canada’s women’s hockey team triumphed over Germany with a decisive 5-1 victory. This match marked the return of captain Marie-Philip Poulin, who had been sidelined due to a knee injury.

Poulin made an impactful return by scoring her 18th Olympic goal during the match. This achievement ties her with Hayley Wickenheiser for the most career goals in Olympic women’s hockey history. Canadian goals were scored by Brianne Jenner, Claire Thompson, Sarah Fillier, and Poulin. The victory allows Canada to advance to the semifinals on February 14, 2026.

Match Highlights

• First Period: Goals by Brianne Jenner and Claire Thompson put Canada up 2-0.
• Second Period: Sarah Fillier scored, extending the lead to 3-0.
• Third Period: Poulin capped the scoring, securing a 5-1 finish.

Dubreuil Claims Bronze in Men’s 500m Speed Skating

Canadian speed skater Laurent Dubreuil earned a bronze medal in the men’s 500m event. This medal is particularly meaningful for Dubreuil, as he narrowly missed a podium finish at the Beijing 2022 Olympics.

During the race, Dubreuil briefly held an Olympic record before being surpassed by the eventual winner, Jordan Stolz from the United States. With this medal, Canada’s total count in the Milan Games reached eight, with half of the medals coming from speed skating events.

Short Track Skating Updates

Canadian short track skater William Dandjinou, aged 24, successfully advanced to the finals of the men’s 1,500m event, looking to secure Canada’s first gold medal in this discipline. His final race is scheduled for 4:42 p.m. EST. His teammates, Steven Dubois and Félix Roussel, also reached the semifinals, although Roussel was unable to progress to the final round after experiencing a crash in his race.

Upcoming Events

As the competition heats up, several events are on the schedule for the coming days, with Canadian athletes contending across various winter sports.

As the Games progress, the spotlight on Canadian athletes shines bright. Their determination and skill promise thrilling moments in the days ahead at the 2026 Winter Olympics in Milan.