Finland continued its recent domination of Canada in international hockey winning 3-1 in the opening game for both teams at the world men's championship in Slovakia.
Jonathan Marchessault was the lone scorer for the Canadians netting a powerplay goal mid-way through the first period.
Top NHL prospect Kaapo Kakko scored twice for the Finns.
Canada is back in action Sunday against Great Britain.
Puck drops at 2:15pm.