Founded in 1891, the University of Toronto Varsity Blues men’s hockey team are one of the oldest hockey programs in North America. The Varsity Blues, led by second-year head coach Ryan Medel and a roster featuring a blend of returning veterans and emerging rookies, have the goal of making the OUA Playoffs for the first time since 2015–2016. The Blues’ first test comes in their home opener against local rivals Ryerson Rams.
We would like to acknowledge that The Varsity's office is built on the traditional territory of several First Nations, including the Huron-Wendat, the Petun First Nations, the Seneca, and most recently, the Mississaugas of the Credit. Journalists have historically harmed Indigenous communities by overlooking their stories, contributing to stereotypes, and telling their stories without their input. Therefore, we make this acknowledgement as a starting point for our responsibility to tell those stories more accurately, critically, and in accordance with the wishes of Indigenous peoples.
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