Canadian government confirms Russia will not be allowed to play at World Juniors

First reported by The Athletic at Wed 2:47 PM · 2 outlets in all

1. Yahoo Sports1hSecretary of Sport says Canada will not allow Russians to play at world junior championshipsOTTAWA, Ontario (AP) — Canada’s Secretary of Sport says the country will not allow Russian players to compete at the upcoming world junior championships, even if they already hold valid visas.Adam van Koeverden’s statement Wednesday comes a week after the Canadian government threatened to supersede the Court of Arbitration for Sport's decision to force the International Ice Hockey Federation to allow Russia back by refusing to offer visas for the tournament the country is hosting.
2. The Athletic(subscription required)3hCanadian government confirms Russia will not be allowed to play at World JuniorsRussian players, staff and officials will not be granted visas by Canada's federal government.