This Saturday, January 17, Moncton, New Brunswick will take centre stage as Sportsnet presents the 26th annual Scotiabank Hockey Day in Canada, live from the Avenir Centre on Sportsnet.

The day-long celebration highlights the connections hockey creates – families, hometowns, and fans united by a shared passion for the game.

Hosted by Ron MacLean, the broadcast will feature Sportsnet personalities David Amber, Elliotte Friedman, Kevin Bieksa, Jennifer Botterill, Kelly Hrudey, Ken Reid, and Evanka Osmak.

Special guests include NHL alumni Francois Beauchemin, three-time Olympic gold medalist Rebecca Johnston, and Moncton Wildcats coach Gardiner MacDougall.

The 12.5-hour marathon broadcast includes all seven Canadian NHL teams in action:

• 1 p.m. ET – Scotiabank Hockey Day in Canada coverage begins
• 3 p.m. ET – Islanders vs. Flames
• 7 p.m. ET – Canadiens vs. Senators and Maple Leafs vs. Jets
• 10 p.m. ET – Oilers vs. Canucks
• Plus, special features and Hockey Night in Canada: After Hours

Throughout the day, Sportsnet and Scotiabank will share inspiring stories, including Moncton’s hockey roots, Brad Marchand’s rise, and the Moncton See Cats blind hockey program.