How to Watch the CFL in 2026
Every CFL game airs live on national TV in Canada and the U.S. Here are all the ways to watch the 2026 season.
How to Watch the CFL in Canada
TSN is the exclusive English-language broadcast home of the CFL. RDS carries every game in French, and CTV simulcasts select games over the air for free.
English-language broadcast home of the CFL. Carries every regular-season and playoff game plus the Grey Cup.
French-language broadcast home of the CFL — every game live in Quebec and across Canada.
Free over-the-air partner. Simulcasts select Saturday and Friday-night CFL games each week.
How to Watch the CFL in the USA
CBS Sports Network is the U.S. broadcast partner for the 2026 CFL season. No cable? CBSSN is carried by Fubo and YouTube TV, and Paramount+ with SHOWTIME streams its CFL coverage. Games CBSSN doesn't pick up stream free on CFL+.
U.S. broadcast partner for the 2026 CFL season — weekly regular-season and playoff games.
Streaming Options
| Service | Price |
|---|---|
| TSN+Canada — Stream every CFL game live and on-demand. Add-on or standalone via tsn.ca. | $8/mo |
| TSN.ca / TSN AppCanada — Live-stream TSN games with a participating cable or streaming login. | Included with TV provider |
| RDS DirectCanada (FR) — French-language streaming of every CFL game on RDS. | $15/mo |
| Paramount+ with SHOWTIMEUSA — Streams CBS Sports Network — the U.S. broadcast home of the CFL. | $12.99/mo |
| FuboUSA — Includes CBS Sports Network for live CFL coverage in the U.S. | $84.99/mo |
| YouTube TVUSA — Carries CBS Sports Network in most markets — check local availability. | $82.99/mo |
| CFL+International — Free streaming of every regular-season game outside Canada and the U.S., plus games not picked up by CBSSN. | Free |
Free Options
CTV — Free Over-the-Air in Canada
Select CFL games each week air on CTV and can be watched for free with a digital antenna. A basic indoor antenna costs $20–$40 and picks up CTV in most Canadian markets.
CFL+ — Free Internationally
Outside Canada and the United States, CFL+ streams every regular-season game live and on-demand for free.
This Week's Schedule
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View Full ScheduleFrequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch the CFL in Canada?
TSN is the exclusive English-language home of the CFL, with RDS carrying every game in French and CTV simulcasting select games over the air for free. TSN+ streams every game online for subscribers.
Where can I watch the CFL in the United States?
CBS Sports Network is the U.S. broadcast partner for the 2026 season, airing weekly regular-season games and playoff coverage. You can get CBSSN through cable, Fubo, YouTube TV, or Paramount+ with SHOWTIME.
Can I watch the CFL for free?
In Canada, CTV simulcasts select games over the air, free with a digital antenna. CFL+ streams every regular-season game for free outside Canada and the U.S.
Is the Grey Cup on TV?
Yes. The Grey Cup airs on TSN and CTV in English, RDS in French, and on CBS Sports Network in the United States.
Can I watch the CFL in the USA without cable?
Yes. CBS Sports Network is available without a cable subscription through Fubo, YouTube TV, and Paramount+ with SHOWTIME. Games that CBSSN doesn't carry stream free on CFL+.
Where can I watch CFL preseason games?
Most CFL preseason games stream free on CFL+, with select games broadcast on TSN. Check our schedule page for each preseason game's coverage.
What channel is the CFL on tonight?
Check our schedule page for tonight's game, including the exact channel and kickoff time.
Can I watch the CFL on my phone?
Yes. The TSN app streams live CFL games for Canadian viewers with a TV provider login or TSN+ subscription. CFL+ streams free internationally.
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