Canadians wake early to cheer hockey gold against U.S.

Canadians are preparing to watch the men's Olympic hockey gold-medal game against the United States at 8:10 a.m. ET, with several provinces allowing pubs to open early and public watch parties planned.

Canada's men's hockey team will face the United States in the Olympic gold-medal game at 8:10 a.m. ET at the Milan Cortina Olympics. Fans across the country are arranging to watch in homes, local pubs and at organized watch parties. Provincial authorities in several regions have permitted earlier-than-usual morning alcohol service so some venues can open for the game. Organizers in a number of cities have announced public gatherings and special events for the early start. Key details: - The gold-medal game is scheduled for 8:10 a.m. ET at the Milan Cortina Olympics. - Ontario and Alberta have allowed pubs to open as early as 6 a.m.; Manitoba set 5 a.m.; some B.C. pubs have exemptions to open as early as 4:30 a.m. - Scotiabank Arena in Toronto will host a watch party with doors opening at 7 a.m. ET; tickets are $15 and proceeds are designated for the MLSE Foundation. - The Port Coquitlam Community Centre in British Columbia will open at 5:10 a.m. local time for a watch party. - Canada reached the final after a 3-2 semifinal win over Finland with a late go-ahead goal; the United States advanced after a 6-2 win over Slovakia. Summary: Fans across Canada are expected to gather in private and public settings for an early-morning viewing of the Olympic final. Provincial permissions for early service and scheduled watch parties have created a range of options for supporters ahead of the 8:10 a.m. ET game.