Countdown to the TELUS Cup

Peterborough, ON – The countdown is on!  

In three days the TELUS Cup takes over the Peterborough Memorial Centre, bringing seven days of high-action hockey featuring some of Canada’s best up-and-coming U18 players to Peterborough.  

The tournament runs from Monday, April 20 to Sunday, April 26, with three games taking place each day during the preliminary rounds at 11 a.m., 3 p.m. and 7 p.m. Monday to Friday. Semi-final games take place at 2 p.m. and 6 p.m. Saturday, April 25, with the bronze and gold medal games taking place at 2 p.m. and 6 p.m. Sunday, April 26. 

“Peterborough is proud to welcome athletes, coaches, families and fans from across Canada for the TELUS Cup,” said Mayor Jeff Leal. “This is a chance to see some of the best young hockey talent in the country right here at home, experience the excitement of a national championship, and cheer on our own Junior Petes. I encourage residents and visitors to get their tickets now and be part of the action at the Memorial Centre.” 

“Bringing a national championship like the TELUS Cup to the Peterborough Memorial Centre is a massive win for our community,” said Dave Smith, MPP for Peterborough-Kawartha. “This tournament puts a national spotlight on Peterborough, drawing families and fans from across Canada to our local hotels, restaurants, and shops. It’s a wonderful opportunity to showcase our world-class hospitality and deep-rooted hockey heritage, and I can’t wait to see the energy in the arena as we cheer on our very own Junior Petes on the national stage.”  

“Ontario is proud to support the TELUS Cup through our Sport Hosting Program,” said Neil Lumsden, Minister of Sport. "For over 50 years, this championship has been a crucial launchpad for Canada's best young hockey talent — and we're thrilled to help bring that tradition to Peterborough. Events like this showcase emerging stars, drive local economic activity, and demonstrate that when it comes to sport hosting, Ontario has a deep roster of communities ready to deliver world-class events.”  
 
For TELUS Cup ticket pricing and information visit memorialcentre.ca. 

An official opening ceremony takes place Monday, April 20 at 7 p.m. Official greetings will be provided by Deputy Chief Jeffrey Jacobs from Curve Lake First Nation. Florence Osawamick, an Indigenous singer, will sing the national anthem in Anishinaabemowin.  

The tournament evenings belong to the Peterborough Jr. Petes U18 AAA team, who play each night at 7 p.m. during the preliminary round.  

During the day, hockey fans can cheer on some of the best players from across the nation as the following teams take to the ice:  

One player to watch during the tournament is Regina Pat Canadians forward Maddox Schultz. Widely considered to be one of the brightest young stars in Canadian hockey, Schultz was selected first overall in the 2025 WHL Prospects Draft by the Regina Pats, has represented Canada internationally at the U17 level and was the 2025 TELUS Cup Tournament Most Valuable Player. 

The full TELUS Cup schedule is available at hockeycanada.ca/TelusCup  

The City of Peterborough has received funding support from the Government of Ontario through the Sport Hosting Program. 

Several local businesses and sponsors have helped make the TELUS Cup a success, including the Peterborough Minor Hockey Council, Peterborough Hockey Association, the Peterborough Petes and host sponsor Fleming College.