The Canadian Hockey League announced Thursday that the OHL's Guelph Storm have been selected to host the 2027 Memorial Cup presented by Kubota.
The 107th edition of the CHL's championship event will be staged as the city celebrates 200 years since its founding in 1827.
Guelph was selected following a competitive bidding process among OHL clubs interested in hosting the 2027 tournament. Earlier this fall, the Storm and the Kitchener Rangers were identified as the two finalist organizations in contention to host the event.
"We are thrilled to be bringing the 2027 Memorial Cup presented by Kubota to Guelph," said Dan MacKenzie, President of the CHL in a statement. "The Storm put forward an outstanding bid that showcased not only their organizational strength, but also the passion, vision, and community spirit that make the Royal City such a special junior hockey market.
"With the Memorial Cup returning to Guelph in the same year the city marks its bicentennial, fans can expect an unforgettable event that celebrates Guelph's history and the tournament's rich tradition, while providing a world-class experience for players, fans, and partners alike."
"The Storm have established themselves as one of the premier franchises in the Canadian Hockey League, with four OHL championships and an impressive group of distinguished alumni that have gone on to do great things both in the game of hockey and in professional life," added OHL Commissioner Bryan Crawford in a statement. "Guelph's passionate fan base and first-class facilities make them an ideal host for this prestigious tournament.
"I have no doubt the Storm will be driven to capture their first-ever Memorial Cup title on home ice, and we look forward to an unforgettable event in 2026."
"Hosting the Memorial Cup in 2027 is an incredible honour for our organization and our city," stated Scott Walker, Guelph Storm Partner and President of Hockey Operations. "This event is the pinnacle of junior hockey, and bringing it to Guelph during our bicentennial year makes it even more special. We're excited to showcase our passionate fans, our community, and the tradition of excellence that defines the Storm."
The Storm have competed in six Memorial Cups (1996, 1998, 2002, 2004, 2014, 2019) and previously hosted the event in 2002, marking the franchise's first time staging the tournament. The city also played a role as a co-host of the 1962 Memorial Cup alongside Kitchener and Hamilton.
In 2027, the Storm will be one of four clubs competing in the Memorial Cup tournament alongside the playoff champions from each of the OHL, Quebec Maritimes Junior Hockey League (QMJHL), and Western Hockey League (WHL).
The 2027 Memorial Cup will follow the 2025 tournament in Rimouski, Québec, and the 2026 Memorial Cup presented by Kubota, which will be hosted by the Kelowna Rockets of the WHL in Kelowna, B.C., from May 21–31, 2026.
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