Canada is taking the hard route to a medal this time, and in the process proving how far they have come since London.
There was no medal on the line this time as Canada defeated France 1-0, but last night's win may be just as meaningful for the program.
London was a fairy tale, a once in a lifetime run that coincided with near perfect circumstances. It wasn't sustainable, and at times, especially in their bronze medal clinching win over France, it was downright lucky.
This tournament, on the other hand, has seen Canada make their own luck.