Halifax Wanderers matches will reach more Canadians than ever before in 2026 with the Canadian Premier League’s significantly expanded linear television footprint delivering unprecedented national visibility across multiple networks and platforms.
The league’s eighth season will feature a comprehensive, coast-to-coast distribution strategy, with matches airing on TSN, RDS, TVA Sports, CBC and CBC Gem, alongside continued always-on access via OneSoccer, the dedicated home of the CPL where every match will be available live and on demand.
“With the spotlight on the sport in Canada this year, we have a responsibility to meet the moment,” said James Johnson, Group CEO, Canadian Soccer Media & Entertainment and Commissioner of the Canadian Premier League. “By significantly expanding our presence on linear television, we’re making Canada’s league more visible and accessible than ever before. Our focus is on elevating the game through media and storytelling — connecting more Canadians to our players, our clubs and our communities. This is our game, and together with our broadcast partners, we’re building the reach this league needs to grow.”
Eight Halifax Wanderers matches will be broadcast on TSN, starting with a May 23 meeting with Inter Toronto FC at the Wanderers Grounds (4 p.m. AT kickoff).
Six Wanderers matches will be broadcast on either CBC or CBC Gem, starting on May 2 when Forge FC visits Halifax (3 p.m. kickoff).
Additionally, all four of Halifax’s matches against FC Supra du Québec will be available in French, with two matches on RDS.ca/RDS app (April 24 & Sept. 11) and two matches on TVA Sports (July 24 & Oct. 25).
Key highlights of the 2026 CPL broadcast schedule include:
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TSN: Continued CPL on TSN Match of the Week coverage, featuring 28 matches
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CBC & CBC Gem: Select regular season matches on CBC, including the 2026 season opener between reigning CPL Shield winners Forge FC and reigning CPL champions Atlético Ottawa on Saturday, April 4, 2026 at 12 p.m. ET. Weekly matches on CBC Gem from April through September
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TVA Sports & RDS: Expanded French-language coverage anchored by the CPL’s newest team, FC Supra du Québec, including 18 matches on TVA Sports linear television and 10 matches on RDS.ca and the RDS app, supported by studio programming, commentary and enhanced editorial coverage
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OneSoccer: All 112 regular season CPL matches available live and on demand, remaining the dedicated home of the league
The 2026 CPL playoffs will be broadcast on OneSoccer, TSN and CBC, with a full broadcast schedule to be announced at a later date.
Across all platforms, CPL matches will continue to be produced by OneSoccer, ensuring consistent, high-quality broadcasts and storytelling throughout the season.
For the full broadcast schedule, visit schedule.cplsoccer.com.