Halton Regional Police have charged a 25-year-old man involved with youth minor hockey after an alleged sexual assault of a teenage girl in late 2025.
Arrest and charges
Police confirmed Canaan (Cane) Meister of Oakville was arrested on 19 July 2026 and has been charged with sexual assault and sexual interference. He has been held in custody pending a bail hearing in Milton.
Alleged incident and investigation
Officers say the alleged assault occurred when the teenager met with the accused in Oakville in late 2025. Police report the girl did not suffer physical injuries. The Halton Regional Police Service’s Child Abuse and Sexual Assault Unit led the investigation and have indicated they believe there may be additional victims.
Appeal for witnesses and support for victims
Investigators are asking anyone with information about this case, or anyone who believes they may have been victimised by Meister, to come forward.
- Contact the Child Abuse and Sexual Assault Unit at 905-825-4777 ext. 8970.
- Submit anonymous tips to Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or online.
| Item | Detail |
|---|---|
| Accused | Canaan (Cane) Meister, 25, of Oakville |
| Arrest date | 19 July 2026 |
| Charges | Sexual assault; sexual interference |
| Investigating unit | Child Abuse and Sexual Assault Unit, Halton Regional Police Service |
The allegations will be of grave concern to families involved in local sports clubs across Halton, particularly in Oakville and Burlington where the accused is reported to have been active. Youth sport organisations and volunteers will be watching developments closely while law enforcement continues its enquiries.
The Halton Regional Police Service has not released further details about the circumstances of the meeting or any links to specific hockey organisations. As the case proceeds through the criminal justice system, the court process and the bail hearing in Milton will determine whether the accused remains in custody pending trial.
Anyone with information is urged to contact police or Crime Stoppers to assist the investigation.
