David Cameron is a Canadian ice hockey coach and former NHL player. He is the head coach of the Ottawa 67’s in the Ontario Hockey League (OHL), as of February 2025. Previously, he coached the Ottawa Senators in the NHL from 2014 to 2016 and played as a forward for the Colorado Rockies and New Jersey Devils between 1981 and 1984.
Cameron began his coaching career in the mid-1990s, leading teams in the Colonial Hockey League and OHL. He also coached in the AHL with the Binghamton Senators and later served as an assistant coach for the Ottawa Senators before being promoted to head coach. Internationally, he guided Canada’s U-18 team to gold at the 2004 Junior World Cup.
Dave Cameron Family Origin
According to The PEI Sports Hall of Fame & Museum, Dave Cameron’s family is from Prince Edward Island (PEI), Canada. He grew up in Tryon and Kinkora, playing minor hockey in Crapaud and Albany. His parents, Wilbur and Bernice Cameron have deep roots in PEI’s close-knit communities.
Who are Dave Cameron’s Parents?
According to The PEI Sports Hall of Fame & Museum, Dave Cameron’s parents are Wilbur and Bernice Cameron. Dave often credits them for his drive to achieve and stay grounded.
Dave Cameron’s Siblings
According to The PEI Sports Hall of Fame & Museum, Dave Cameron has three brothers, Brian, Charlie, and Ricky, and one sister, Lorna. His brother Brian was also a talented hockey player as well.
Dave Cameron’s Wife
According to Players Bio, Dave Cameron’s wife is Kelly Cameron. The couple lived in Europe when Dave coached the Vienna Capitals in Austria and later returned to Canada. They are known for their volunteer work in the community, including helping raise funds for the Ottawa Rotary Home.
According to her socials, Kelly Cameron is a certified Yoga Medicine Therapeutic Specialist based in Prince Edward Island, Canada. She is also certified in recovery techniques with RADroller and Lagree Fitness. Kelly runs her yoga practice, Kelly Cameron Yoga, and shares wellness insights on her Instagram profile (@kell_cameron), where she has 93 posts, 1,196 followers, and follows 509 accounts. Her LinkedIn profile (Kelly Cameron) lists her as a yoga teacher with three followers and one connection.
Dave Cameron’s Kids
According to Players Bio, Dave Cameron has two sons, Connor and Ben Cameron. Connor was born in 1985, while Ben, born in 1990, is a sports medicine physician. Ben completed his medical degree at the University of Prince Edward Island and later did his residency at Dalhousie University.
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