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Hockey Night in Canada" ends its historic run on CBC after nearly 75 years, marking a significant shift in Canadian sports broadcasting. This decision follows the expiration of a sublicensing agreement between Rogers Communications and the CBC, which allowed the program to air on the public broadcaster.
As of the 2026-27 season, fans will no longer have access to this iconic show on CBC, a staple of Saturday nights for generations. The change comes after a successful partnership, with Rogers looking to pivot its strategy following the recent success of the Milan-Cortina Olympic Games.
While the CBC retains the "Hockey Night in Canada" trademark, its absence from the network represents a notable departure for many hockey enthusiasts. Chris Wilson, CBC Sports executive director, acknowledges this shift as an end of an era but emphasizes the potential for new opportunities ahead.
Since its television debut in 1952, "Hockey Night in Canada" has been woven into the fabric of Canadian culture, featuring legendary broadcasters like Dick Irvin, Bob Cole, and Don Cherry. The landscape of hockey broadcasting has evolved significantly since Rogers' initial rights deal in 2013, leading to a more fragmented viewing experience for fans.
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