The International Ice Hockey Federation has designated Canada as the host for the World Championships in 2008, following Germany and Sweden's withdrawal from their bids to host the tournament. This will be the first time the World Ice Hockey Championships are held in Canada and the first time since 1962 that the event will take place in North America. In that year, the championships were held in Colorado Springs, Colorado, USA. One of the venues will be the Colisée in Quebec City, which has a capacity of 15,000 seats, and the Metro Centre in Halifax, Nova Scotia, with a capacity of 10,500 seats, will also host matches. The Metro Centre has previously hosted the Men's Under-20 Ice Hockey Championships and the Women's World Ice Hockey Championships. The 2008 World Championships will also mark the 100th anniversary of the International Ice Hockey Federation's establishment.
Canada to Host World Ice Hockey Championships in 2008
Canada has been selected to host the World Ice Hockey Championships in 2008 after Germany and Sweden withdrew their bids. This event will be significant as it marks the first time the championships will be held in Canada and North America since 1962, coinciding with the centennial of the International Ice Hockey Federation.
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International Ice Hockey Federation designated Canada to host World Championships in 2008.
- International Ice Hockey Federation designate Canada
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The 2008 World Ice Hockey Championships will be a historic event for Canada.
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