Hunter Brothers Farm in New Brunswick has dedicated its annual corn maze to Marie-Philip Poulin following the Montreal Victoire's 2026 PWHL title. The six-acre attraction is open for weekend visitors from September 12 through October 31.
A six-acre tribute to Marie-Philip Poulin
The current installation at Hunter Brothers Farm celebrates the achievements of Marie-Philip Poulin, the captain of the Montreal Victoire. As reported by CTV News, the Montreal Victoire secured the 2026 Professional Women's Hockey League (PWHL) championship on May 20 by defeating the Ottawa Charge with a 4-0 victory in Game 4. This win earned the team the Walter Cup, marking the first time a Canadian-based franchise has won the trophy since the league began in 2024.
The choice of theme reflects the individual prestige of Marie-Philip Poulin, who is a four-time World Champion and a three-time Olympic gold medalist with Canada's national women's hockey team. According to the report, Poulin was also recognized as the International Ice Hockey Federation's female player of the year in 2025, cementing her status as a global icon in the sport.
From the 2009 Canadiens centennial to the 2024 UNB Reds
The decision to honor the Montreal Victoire is part of a 26-year tradition at Hunter Brothers Farm of using agricultural art to mark significant Canadian milestones. Shelley Rea Hunter and co-owner Chip Hunter select themes based on anniversaries or national connections that resonate with their visitors. By featuring the PWHL , the farm is integrating women's professional sports into a historical lineage of Canadian athletic achievement.
Past themes at Hunter Brothers Farm have highlighted a wide array of sports legends and events. The farm previously honored the University of New Brunswick Reds men's hockey team after their 43-0 season in 2024, the Toronto Raptors' 2019 championship, and the Toronto Blue Jays' 40th season in 2016. Other notable tributes include the Montreal Canadiens' centennial in 2009, the Toronto Maple Leafs' centennial in 2017, and the 35th anniversary of Terry Fox's Marathon of Hope in 2015.
The first Canadian Walter Cup winner since 2024
The victory of the Montreal Victoire represents a pivotal moment for the Professional Women's Hockey League, which only launched in 2024 . By becoming the first Canadian-based team to hoist the Walter Cup, the Montreal Victoire has provided a tangible success story for the growth of women's professional hockey in North America. This milestone is what prompted Shelley Rea Hunter to describe the decision to feature the team as an "easy choice" for the farm's 26th season.
The inclusion of the PWHL in this tradition suggests a shifting cultural landscape where women's sports are viewed with the same reverence as the legacy teams previously featured by the farm. The Montreal Victoire's success, led by the "clutch" captaincy of Marie-Philip Poulin, serves as a catalyst for increased visibility of the league in rural regions like New Brunswick.
The missing details on ticket pricing and maze design
While the report outlines the available activities—including a jumping pillow, double zip line, and pumpkin patch—several specific details remain unknown. It is unclear what the admission cost is for the Hunter Brothers Farm attraction or if there are specific ticket tiers for the corn maze. Additionally, the report does not specify whether Marie-Philip Poulin or any members of the Montreal Victoire have been invited to visit the New Brunswick farm to see the tribute in person.
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