Frequently asked questions

What is Ontario Hockey League?

Ontario Hockey League is a A major-junior ice hockey league, typically for players 16–20. based in Canada. Ontario Hockey League is listed in the RinkStop directory as an active junior ice hockey league.

How many teams play in Ontario Hockey League?

We currently track 20 teams in Ontario Hockey League. Browse the full team list on this page and follow individual teams for updates.

What level of hockey is Ontario Hockey League?

Ontario Hockey League is classified as a junior league in the RinkStop directory. Major-junior leagues are sanctioned for amateur players aged roughly 16 to 20 and serve as primary development pipelines for professional hockey. The Canadian Hockey League (CHL) and the United States Hockey League (USHL) are the best-known examples. Seasons run in line with the academic calendar and feature league-wide drafts to balance talent. Players retain college eligibility in some jurisdictions but not others; leagues outside the CHL typically preserve NCAA eligibility.

How can I follow Ontario Hockey League games and results?

The official Ontario Hockey League site is the best source for schedules, scores, and standings: https://ontariohockeyleague.com. RinkStop also publishes highlights and news for Ontario Hockey League when available — see the "Latest Highlights" section on this page.

Where does Ontario Hockey League operate?

Ontario Hockey League is a Canada-based league and is part of the broader hockey structure in Canada. Ice hockey in Canada is organized by Hockey Canada and thirteen regional Member Branches. Canada fields the national men's and women's teams and is a founding member of the IIHF. The NHL — founded in Montreal in 1917 — operates seven Canadian franchises across Vancouver, Edmonton, Calgary, Winnipeg, Toronto, Ottawa, and Montreal. The Canadian Hockey League (CHL) — formed from the OHL, WHL, and QMJHL — drafts players aged 16-20 each spring, while U Sports runs university hockey and provincial leagues cover senior amateur play. According to IIHF member-association data, Canada has approximately 3,500 indoor rinks and 5,000 outdoor rinks — the largest indoor-rink base of any country and the highest per capita.

How do I get involved with Ontario Hockey League?

The most direct routes into Ontario Hockey League are: (1) try out for one of the 20 teams listed in RinkStop, (2) reach out to the league office if listed, or (3) start in a local amateur or youth league and progress to Ontario Hockey League level through tryouts. Use our hockey cost calculator for typical season costs by level.

How current is the data on this page?

League data on RinkStop is updated as teams, schedules, and rosters change. The "Last updated" line on this page shows when our record for Ontario Hockey League was last refreshed. We also tag data with a source where one is available.