The Canada 7s side will depend on its experience players in its bid to do better at the Hamilton tournament.
Canadian coach Damian McGrath says he has recalled two experienced players who are expected to play a vital role in the side.
“I have tries to bring two players with experience to the group. They have been very active during the team. Phil is an exciting player and I got high hopes from him and I don’t want to put too much pressure because he been out for long and Mike is also another player who has the potential to play in the World Series.”
The Canada 7s side is pooled with host New Zealand, Spain and Japan.
Meanwhile, the Fiji 7s side begins its campaign against Wales at 10.52am on Saturday then faces Argentina at 2.42pm and plays Australia in its last pool match at 6.52pm.
The Cup quarter-final begins at 10.36am on Sunday, Cup semifinal starts at 3.16pm and the final is scheduled for 7.10pm.
You can watch the entire tournament live on FBC TV.