Ottawa Hockey
Ottawa is home to 4 hockey teams and 5 ice rinks. Browse listings below, claim your listing if you're listed, or add a new listing if we're missing something.
Hockey in Ottawa
Ottawa has a deep hockey history dating back to the 1880s. The modern Ottawa Senators (NHL) joined the league in 1992, and the city hosts the annual NHL preseason and a strong OHL presence.
Hockey in Ottawa spans 2 teams in Professional Women's Hockey League, 1 team in National Hockey League, 1 team in Ontario Hockey League. Junior hockey programs feed into higher levels of the sport, providing a development path for young players in the region. Ottawa also has a presence in the PWHL, the top professional women's hockey league.
With 5 rinks, Ottawa can host simultaneous games, practices, and tournaments. Notable facilities include Canadian Tire Centre, Earl Armstrong Arena, Jim Peplinski Arena. This infrastructure is the backbone of the city's hockey scene, supporting everything from youth leagues to adult recreational play.
Ontario is part of the Canada hockey network, with Ottawa one of its key cities.
Ottawa has a population of 934,243 and is part of the National Capital Region, one of the country's major metropolitan areas.
🏒 Hockey Teams in Ottawa
⛸️ Ice Rinks in Ottawa
Hockey Guides for Ottawa, Ontario
The RinkStop blog covers the questions every player, parent, and coach asks.
Adult Hockey Leagues Guide
From beer league to pro — the adult hockey pathway in Canada.
Read Guide →Youth Hockey Leagues
How Canadian families navigate minor hockey, from initiation to junior.
Read Guide →How to Find Local Rinks
The complete guide to finding ice rinks, public skate sessions, and open hockey in your area.
Read Guide →