Mike McEwen's journey to represent Canada at the 2026 Winter Olympics concluded on Thursday, November 27, 2025, following a semifinal defeat at the Canadian Olympic curling trials in Halifax.
Semifinal Showdown in Halifax
The highly anticipated match saw skip Matt Dunstone and his team secure a decisive victory over skip Mike McEwen. The intense semifinal action unfolded at the Scotiabank Centre, where Dunstone's squad effectively controlled the game's momentum.
Photographs from the event captured Dunstone, positioned at the centre of his team, passionately calling shots while McEwen observed from the opposite side of the sheet. The loss marks the end of the road for McEwen's rink in their quest for an Olympic berth.
Path to the Podium
With this victory, Matt Dunstone advances to the final of the Canadian Olympic trials. The winner of this tournament will earn the right to wear the Maple Leaf at the upcoming Winter Games.
The semifinal was a critical juncture in the trials, which have drawn significant attention from curling fans across the nation. The event in Halifax serves as the sole determinant for Canada's men's and women's curling representatives at the Olympics.
Looking Ahead
While McEwen's campaign has concluded, the focus now shifts to the final round where Dunstone will compete for the coveted spot on Team Canada. The Canadian curling community will be watching closely as the finalists battle for Olympic glory.
This result underscores the high-stakes nature of the Canadian Olympic curling trials, where years of preparation culminate in a single-elimination format that leaves no room for error.
