[CaptainKirk]

Another report came out today from the Conference Board Of Canada

http://www.conferenceboard.ca/report...iefing-14.aspx

We therefore forecast that there will be no more than nine NHL cities in Canada in 2035. This includes the markets with existing teams (Toronto, Montréal, Ottawa–Gatineau, Winnipeg, Calgary, Edmonton, and Vancouver) and two potential new markets—Québec City and Hamilton, both of which face significant start-up costs (notably, a new arena in Québec City and major arena renovations and potential territorial fees in Hamilton).

Conclusion
The professional sports scene in Canada will continue to expand over the next 25 years. The conditions for growth are right—the Canadian dollar will likely remain strong and the taxation gap with the U.S. is expected to continue to narrow. This will allow existing franchises to prosper, and offer a better chance for new franchises to succeed. Canada could be home to 10 NHL teams, with new franchises in Québec City and Hamilton, and a second team in the Toronto CMA.