Tensions Run High in Canmore: Eagles vs. Canucks Ends in Brawl

Hockey in the Bow Valley is always full of passion - but on January 3, things boiled over at the Canmore Recreation Centre in a wild finish between the Canmore Eagles and the Calgary Canucks. With just two seconds left and the Eagles leading 6-3, a full-on brawl erupted, turning an otherwise hard-fought AJHL matchup into one of the most talked-about moments of the season.

Caught on camera and now making rounds online, the brawl quickly spiralled beyond the usual post-whistle pushing. The result? Six players were suspended for a combined 21 games, and a firestorm of commentary across the Alberta Junior Hockey League community.

This video captures the chaos as it unfolded - raw, intense, and unforgettable for fans of junior hockey. It’s a reminder of just how fiercely competitive hockey can be in Alberta, especially when the stakes are high and rivalries run deep.

Whether you’re a die-hard Eagles fan or just discovering local AJHL action, this clip shows a side of the sport that’s as gritty as it is emotional. Watch the footage below.