
Damage is shown following an explosion at an ice rink in the town of Taber, Alta. in this December 2025 handout photo. The Canadian Press/Handout – Town of Taber
A southern Alberta community that lost its only two ice rinks after a Zamboni explosion has been named the Kraft Hockeyville 2026 winner.
Taber, Alta., was one of two finalists, along with Tumbler Ridge, B.C., vying for the prize this year, which comes with $250,000 for arena upgrades.

