In light of the tragedy involving the Humboldt Broncos, the SJHL has decided to suspend operations for the time being.

Addressing the series and the SJHL playoffs in general, president Bill Chow said "We will continue conversations as to what the Humboldt Broncos want to do.  We will have some discussions with the governors of the league.  Whatever decision we make, we're going to do what we think is in the best interests of everybody involved".

Chow went on to say "There are going to be people who disagree with whatever we decide.  And there are going to be people who agree with what we decide.  So at the end of the day, we're going to do what we think is right, that's just what we're going to do".