Ontario Premier Doug Ford is officially giving students a “hall pass” to watch Team Canada chase gold. On Wednesday, Ford directed the Minister of Education to ensure that schools across the province can broadcast the remaining Olympic hockey games during school hours.
Thank you for reading this post, don't forget to subscribe!With the 2026 Winter Olympics reaching their peak in Milano-Cortina, the move is designed to foster national pride and give students a chance to witness high-stakes Canadian sports history in real-time.
The Game Plan
- Flexibility for Schools: While the directive comes from the top, individual schools will decide the best way to watch—whether that’s a full-assembly viewing in the gym or streaming on classroom smartboards.
- The “Ford” Endorsement: The Premier took to social media to encourage the province to “get in the spirit” and rally behind the national teams.
- Focus on Gold: The timing is critical, as both the Men’s and Women’s teams enter their final, most intense medal rounds this week.
The “Must-Watch” Schedule
If you’re a student (or a teacher) in Ontario, these are the big moments to clear your calendar for:
| Matchup | Event | Date | Time (ET) |
| Canada vs. USA (Women) | Gold Medal Game | Thursday, Feb 19 | 1:10 PM |
| Canada vs. Finland (Men) | Semifinals | Friday, Feb 20 | 10:40 AM |
The Bottom Line: Don’t be surprised if you hear “O Canada” echoing through school hallways this Thursday and Friday. It’s officially time to trade the textbooks for the rink.
