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Where to Bet on Olympic Hockey

Jan. 15, 2026

NHL stars finally return to the Olympics! Check out our favourite apps for Olympic hockey betting!

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We only get the Winter Games and Team Canada every four years so it's good to be ready before the games start!

Ive used my experience betting on the NHL and various international markets to nail down my top app recommendations for betting on Team Canada's matchups. These are the same apps I will be using when the games kick off on February 6th!

Apps We Use for Olympic Hockey Betting

This year has extra hype because the NHL players are allowed to play again for the first time since 2014. We're now back to the best players in the world going head to head in an Olympic tournament with the Gold medal at stake. Im excited!

I've saved you the research and created a short list of my favourite betting apps for betting on Team Canada when the men's and women's tournaments get started!

Bet365

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Team Canada on Bet365

Reliable brand with some of the best hockey market variety

I recommend Bet365 a lot, but it's a testament to the brand and how well they do so many different things. The app interface is really simple and doesn't glitch out, so it feels like a strong, reliable app as you use it.

It always offers good promos for early payouts when teams you wager on go up by 2 goals or more, you get paid out as a winner before the game ends. This promo is something I always think about when deciding which app to use to bet moneylines or spreads.

Bet365 would be the first app I download if I were new to hockey betting for the Olympics. It's really easy to learn and has great promos for new and returning users.

Sports Interaction

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Sports Interaction Hockey Betting

Homegrown sportsbook that features Canadian hockey markets

Sports Interaction is billed as Canada’s homegrown sportsbook, with a natural focus on popular Canadian teams and events. I know I will be able to count on Sports Interaction to have deep hockey markets and plenty of props for the Olympic Games.

Using a Canadian brand to bet on Team Canada makes sense to me from a synergy standpoint as well. Not only do they have a great in-play betting setup and game tracker that updates quicker than the ESPN app, but it also feels right to be using a Canadian brand.

Bet99

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Back Team Canada with Bet99

Canadian brand with all of the Olympic hockey markets you can think of!

Another Canadian-facing sportsbook I use is Bet99. When Team Canada is playing on the big stage, I trust Bet99 to have those games front and centre with all the main markets covered. Moneylines, puck lines, and totals are all featured and easy to find without scrolling around and wasting time.

I also like that Bet99 keeps things simple during live games. The app runs smoothly, live odds update quickly, and it’s easy to jump in with an in-play bet when momentum shifts. There’s a visible difference in using a Canadian brand for a Canadian event. More markets and angles are covered, and you can trust that they know hockey and will deliver a solid Olympic betting experience.

Betway

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Betway Olympic Hockey

Global brand that features a deep variety of hockey markets

Betway is a global brand with markets around the world, so it always offers great hockey markets because of hockey’s global presence. It's another app I always check first to see what their odds and Olympic markets look like.

They have options for both the men’s and women’s tournaments, so you can place wagers on each. They’ll only have futures available until we get closer to the kick-off of the Winter Games, then the markets will expand to include spreads, totals, lines, and a bunch of play props for pre- and in-play betting.

PowerPlay

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PowerPlay Olympic Hockey

Canadian brand that features the top hockey events

PowerPlay is a Canadian betting app, making it a natural place to check when it's Olympic hockey time. Hockey is clearly one of their priorities, and it usually shows in how quickly the Olympic markets go up and how easy they are to find. It’s one of the first apps I open just to see what the futures look like and how they’re pricing Team Canada early on.

They cover both the men’s and women’s tournaments, which is nice if you follow international hockey beyond just the marquee matchups. Once the tournament is underway, there will be enough markets available to bet pre-game or live without having to jump between apps.

What to know for the olympics

Men's Team Quick Info

Opening Ceremony Date: Friday, February 6, 2026

  • Game 1: Thursday, February 12th
    Game 2:
    Friday, February 13th
    Game 3:
    Sunday, February 15th

These games are part of the preliminary round-robin tournament, where each team plays the other 3 teams in their group and the top teams advance to the knockout rounds.

If (when) Canada advances through group play, the quarter-final and medal rounds will be scheduled.

NHL Player Return to the Olympics

If it feels like the excitement surrounding the Olympic hockey team has ramped up this year, that's because it has. For the first time since 2014, NHL players will be allowed to participate and represent their home nations.

This year's new four-nations tournament, played between the US, Canada, Sweden, and Finland, showed how much it means to the players to wear their countries' uniforms.

After getting fully into the four-nations tourney, we couldn't be more excited for the Olympics to begin so we can watchthe best hockey players in the world go head to head.

Having a more intimate knowledge of the players from years of watching them in the NHL should make it easier to find some good lines or predict the game flow. I, for one, am most excited about finally watching Connor McDavid compete in his first Winter Games.

Team Canada Men's Roster

Goaltenders
• Jordan Binnington (St. Louis Blues)
• Darcy Kuemper (Los Angeles Kings)
• Logan Thompson (Washington Capitals)

Defense
• Drew Doughty (Los Angeles Kings)
• Thomas Harley (Dallas Stars)
• Cale Makar (Colorado Avalanche)
• Josh Morrissey (Winnipeg Jets)
• Colton Parayko (St. Louis Blues)
• Travis Sanheim (Philadelphia Flyers)
• Shea Theodore (Vegas Golden Knights)
• Devon Toews (Colorado Avalanche)

Forwards
• Macklin Celebrini (San Jose Sharks)
• Anthony Cirelli (Tampa Bay Lightning)
• Sidney Crosby (Pittsburgh Penguins)
• Brandon Hagel (Tampa Bay Lightning)
• Bo Horvat (New York Islanders)
• Nathan MacKinnon (Colorado Avalanche)
• Brad Marchand (Florida Panthers)
• Mitch Marner (Vegas Golden Knights)
• Connor McDavid (Edmonton Oilers)
• Brayden Point (Tampa Bay Lightning)
• Sam Reinhart (Florida Panthers)
• Mark Stone (Vegas Golden Knights)
• Nick Suzuki (Montréal Canadiens)
• Tom Wilson (Washington Capitals)

Popular Player Props

Over/Under Assists
- This is a popular prop for the main playmakers that always seem to have their nose in the action like Connor McDavid or Sidney Crosby

Shots on Goal
- It can be tricky to predict which players will get the most shots, especially on a star-studded team like Canada's. I trust a guy like Nathan MacKinnon to not only get shots off, but get shots on frame and on goal.

Goalie Saves
- Jordan Binnington is a machine in goal, so I always like his over when it comes to saves. One thing to remember, however, is when Canada plays a lower level country, there may not be as many shots on goal for Binnington to save. Keep this in mind while you browse bets.

Women's Team Quick Info

The women's tournament takes place before the men's begins, and the opening games of the round robin tournament take place on Thursday, February 5th.

  • Game 1: vs Finland - Thursday, February 5th
    Game 2:
    vs Switzerland - Saturday, February 7th
    Game 3:
    vs Czechia - Monday, February 9th
    Game 4: vs USA - Tuesday, February 10

The matchup against Team USA on February 10th will be a must-watch game. Both teams are always in contention for the gold medal, and the atmosphere could feel like a medal game based on the rivalry between these two teams.

Olympic Hockey FAQ

Is it legal to bet on Olympic hockey in Canada?

Yes. The Olympics are legal to bet on and most betting apps offer Olympic hockey markets as it is one of the most popular sports in the winter games.

Can I bet on Team Canada to win gold in Olympic hockey?

Yes. Futures markets are open multiple weeks to a month form the opening ceremony. Canada and the US are both favourites in the men's and women's tournaments.

Are NHL players allowed in the Olympics?

Yes! For the first time since 2014, NHL players will be in the Olympics representing their home nations.

Do betting apps offer live betting for Olympic hockey games?

Yes, the betting app markets for Olympic hockey games are very similar to normal NHL hockey games and include live in-play betting.

What provinces allow betting on Olympic hockey apps?

All provinces allow betting on Olympic hockey, however, the availability of some apps outside of Ontario may vary.

Can I bet on women’s Olympic hockey in Canada?

Absolutely. Canadian sportsbooks typically offer full markets for women’s Olympic hockey, including Team Canada games and medal futures.