Russia invited to 2027 World Junior Hockey Championship after Canada's boycott threat fails

The Russian national hockey team has been officially invited to the 2027 World Junior Championship, with the IIHF sending Russia the tournament schedule despite Canadian threats to block its participation. The Court of Arbitration for Sport ruled on October 30 that the IIHF had no grounds to suspend Russian teams, forcing their reinstatement. Russia replaced Norway in Group B alongside Canada, Czechia, Switzerland, and Latvia, though several nations have threatened boycotts. Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney stated Russian athletes will not compete in Canada, potentially denying visas. The IIHF faces fines up to 500,000 francs if it fails to enforce the CAS ruling, and Russia plans to name its coaching staff on November 11.