​​BRAMPTON, ON (July 15, 2025) – Mayor Patrick Brown’s Hockey Night in Brampton welcomes two of Canada’s most celebrated women’s hockey players, Blayre Turnbull and Renata Fast, to this year’s all-star event taking place on Wednesday, August 20 at the CAA Centre.

​​Olympic gold medallist and Toronto Sceptres Captain, Blayre Turnbull joins the Hockey Night in Brampton lineup for the first time. Credit: Getty Images​

Both Olympic gold medallists and prominent leaders in the Professional Women’s Hockey League (PWHL), Turnbull and Fast bring elite talent, experience and inspiration to the ice. Their addition highlights Hockey Night in Brampton’s continued effort to showcase not only NHL stars and rising prospects but also the best in Canadian women’s hockey. ​

Rod Black returns to Hockey Night in Brampton

Rod Black, one of the most recognized voices in Canadian sports broadcasting, returns to Hockey Night in Brampton in his signature dual role as referee and event host. Known for his energy, storytelling and love for the game, Black brings a unique presence fans look forward to every year.

Hockey Night in Brampton 2025

Date: Wednesday, August 20

Doors Open: 6 pm

Puck Drop: 7 pm

Location: CAA Centre, 7575 Kennedy Rd. S., Brampton, ON

In 2024 the event raised an incredible $14 million making it the largest charity hockey game in Canadian history. Tickets for this year’s game are available now for $25 at hockeynightbrampton.ca​.

The City of Brampton thanks the event’s Changemaker Sponsors for their generous support: ARGO TFP Brampton, Capital Power, DG Group, Great Gulf, Paradise Developments and Regency Homes.

Player Profiles

Blayre Turnbull

Blayre Turnbull is a two-time Olympic medallist and one of Canada’s most respected forwards in women’s hockey. A consistent contributor on the international stage, she helped Canada capture gold at both the 2022 Beijing Olympics and the 2021 and 2022 IIHF Women’s World Championships. Turnbull is currently Captain for the Toronto Sceptres, where she brings speed, leadership and championship experience to every shift.

Renata Fast

Renata Fast is a world-class defenceman with Olympic gold (2022) and silver (2018) medals and has been a cornerstone of Team Canada for nearly a decade. Known for her speed, defensive awareness and strong leadership, Fast plays alongside Blayre Turnbull with the Toronto Sceptres and continues to be a driving force in advancing the women’s game.

Sponsorship Opportunities

Sponsorship opportunities are available for Hockey Night in Brampton. To learn more, please contact sponsorbrampton@brampton.ca.

Quotes

“Blayre Turnbull and Renata Fast are not only Olympic champions but powerful leaders in the growth of women’s hockey in Canada. We’re proud to have them both at this year’s Hockey Night in Brampton. Their presence inspires the next generation and reminds us of the incredible impact sport can have in our communities.” - Patrick Brown, Mayor, City of Brampton​