The Town of Conception Bay South and the City of Mount Pearl today announced that they will co-host Hockey Canada’s 2025 U18 National Women’s Hockey Championship from November 3-8, 2025. This elite tournament hosts the nation’s top young female hockey players, with eight provincial and regional teams competing for a national title.

This marks the first time Newfoundland and Labrador will host the prestigious event, which will take place at The Glacier Arena in Mount Pearl and the Conception Bay South Arena. Participating teams include Alberta, Atlantic, B.C., Manitoba, Ontario Blue, Ontario Red, Quebec, and Saskatchewan.

The tournament is made possible through the support of Celebrate NL, Destination St. John’s, Sport Tourism Event Partnership, and Hockey NL. This partnership demonstrates a shared commitment to providing opportunities for young athletes to compete at the highest level.

Fans can stay up to date on tournament details, including ticket sales, schedules, and volunteer opportunities, by following Hockey Canada, Hockey NL, the City of Mount Pearl, and the Town of Conception Bay South.

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“The Town of Conception Bay South has been a leader in the development of female hockey in Newfoundland and Labrador and is proud to host these amazing young athletes right here in our community.  The high caliber of Under 18 Women’s National Championships will help inspire female hockey players in our community to reach the next level in the sport, grow their love of the game and bring a greater focus to female hockey here at home.  We look forward to welcoming the teams and their supporters from across the country right here in Conception Bay South.”
Mayor Darrin Bent, Town of Conception Bay South

“This is an incredible opportunity to showcase the best young female hockey talent in the country while bringing our communities together. Hosting the U18 National Women’s Hockey Championship is not just about the competition—it’s about inspiring the next generation of female athletes, strengthening our local hockey community, and putting Newfoundland and Labrador on the national stage. We look forward to welcoming teams and fans from across the country this November.”
Mayor Dave Aker, City of Mount Pearl

“2025 is the Year of Sport in our province, and we’re excited to support the U18 Women’s National Hockey Championship with a contribution of $30,000 through Celebrate NL. Hockey not only showcases the incredible talent of young athletes, but also teaches valuable life skills like teamwork, discipline, and leadership. We are pleased to continue to invest in women’s sport and attract events that bring positive social, cultural and economic impacts to Newfoundland and Labrador.” 
Honourable Steve Crocker, Minister of Tourism, Culture, Arts and Recreation

“Sport has the power to unite communities, inspire future generations, and drive lasting economic and social benefits. Hosting the 2025 Women’s Under-18 National Championship in Newfoundland and Labrador reflects the strong collaboration among local partners to bring world-class events to our province.  The St. John’s region has established itself as a premier destination for major sporting events. With top-tier facilities, exceptional hospitality, and a destination rich in culture, history, and breathtaking scenery, we are confident this championship will be an unforgettable experience for athletes, teams, and fans from across the country.”
Paul Bugge, CEO, Destination St. John’s

“We look forward to having the opportunity to showcase the best young women hockey players in our country this coming November.  We believe a championship of this calibre will support our continued growth in girls participating in our sport and will also inspire the next generation of high-performance players as we promote; if you can see it, you can be it.”
Adam Foote, Director at Large, Hockey NL