Canadian Prime Minister John A. Macdonald announced cricket as the country’s first official sport in 1867. In 1884, the country was one of two competitors, along with the United States, to participate in the first international cricket match.
Although cricket roots run deep in Canada, it’s not one of the country’s official national sports.
What Are Canada’s National Sports?
Hockey and lacrosse are the two national sports of Canada as declared on May 12, 1994, and cited in the National Sports of Canada Act.
Ice hockey is the country’s national winter sport, while lacrosse is the national summer sport.
These sports provide excitement to enthusiastic fans and an opportunity for online sports betting, especially when it comes to the National Hockey League.
What Are the Most Popular Sports in Canada?
Sports |
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Ice Hockey |
Lacrosse |
Soccer |
Baseball |
Cricket |
Tennis |
Rugby |
Basketball |
Curling |
Golf |
What Are the Top Professional Sports Leagues in Canada?
Professional League |
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National Hockey League |
Major League Baseball |
National Basketball Association |
Canadian Football League |
Major League Soccer |