Canada's women’s speedskating team, comprised of Valérie Maltais, Ivanie Blondin, and Isabelle Weidemann, is on track to defend their title in the team pursuit event after securing a pivotal victory against the United States in the semifinals. They showcased their exceptional performance by posting the fastest time in the quarterfinals, clocking in at 2 minutes 55.03 seconds, setting them up as strong contenders for the gold medal final.

Meanwhile, adverse weather conditions, including heavy snow and low visibility, have caused delays at the Milan Cortina Olympics. The women's snowboard slopestyle final, initially scheduled to take place at Livigno Snow Park, has been postponed, affecting prominent Canadian athletes Laurie Blouin and Juliette Pelchat, who were expected to compete. This postponement highlights the challenges organizers face in delivering smooth operations during major international sporting events.

In the realm of ice hockey, Canada’s men’s team is poised to discover their quarterfinal opponent as Czechia and Denmark prepare for a crucial qualification playoff. The anticipation builds as fans await to see how this matchup will influence Canada's path in the tournament, which continues to generate excitement among followers of the sport during the Olympic games.