How to Watch the CFL Playoffs 2026
Channels and streams by region for every playoff game.
Here is how to watch CFL playoffs 2026 games and the 113th Grey Cup. In Canada, every playoff game is on TSN and RDS, and CTV adds the Eastern Semi-Final, Eastern Final and Grey Cup. Stream with your TV login, TSN Standard ($24.99 a month) or TSN Premium ($29.99 a month), or Crave for CTV games. In the USA and the rest of the world, every game streams free on CFL+.
The Edmonton Elks face the Montreal Alouettes in the 113th Grey Cup on Sunday, November 15, 2026 at 6:00 PM ET on TSN1, TSN3, TSN4, CTV, Crave and RDS, and free on CFL+ outside Canada. Pick your region below, and switch the kickoff times to your own time zone.
How to Watch CFL Playoffs by Region
Watching in Canada
Watching in the United States
Watching in the rest of the world
How to Watch CFL Playoffs 2026: Every Game, Kickoff and Channel
| Game | Date | Kickoff | Canada | United States | Elsewhere |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| East Semi-FinalBlue Bombers at Argonauts | Oct 31 | TSN, CTV and RDS | CFL+ (free) | CFL+ (free) | |
| West Semi-FinalRoughriders at Lions | Oct 31 | TSN and RDS | CFL+ (free) | CFL+ (free) | |
| East FinalBlue Bombers at Alouettes | Nov 7 | TSN, CTV and RDS | CFL+ (free) | CFL+ (free) | |
| West FinalLions at Elks | Nov 7 | TSN and RDS | CFL+ (free) | CFL+ (free) | |
| 113th Grey CupAlouettes at Elks | Nov 15 | TSN, CTV and RDS | CFL+ (free) | CFL+ (free) |
Saturday doubleheaders: the East game in the afternoon and the West game in the evening.
Need step by step help for the big game? Read our Grey Cup live stream guide. For apps, devices and streaming costs all season long, see our CFL live stream guide.
CFL+: free streaming outside Canada
- Cost
- Free. You only need an email address to sign up.
- Where it works
- Outside Canada. In Canada the games are on TSN and RDS instead.
- What you get
- Every playoff game and the Grey Cup in the US and the rest of the world.
- Missed it live?
- Games stay on demand for about 48 hours with full DVR controls.
- Big screen
- Cast with Apple AirPlay to a compatible smart TV.
Listen on the radio
| Team | Radio |
|---|---|
| 980 CKNW · Sher-E-Punjab Radio AM 600 | |
| 770 CHQR | |
| 880 CHED | |
| 620 CKRM | |
| 680 CJOB | |
| Ticats Audio Network | |
| TSN 1050 | |
| TSN 1200 (Ottawa) · 104.7 FM (Gatineau) | |
| TSN 690 · 98.5 FM |
Games are also live on SiriusXM across North America. Team apps and websites usually stream their radio call.
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Viewing questions
What channel are the CFL playoffs on?
In Canada, every playoff game is on TSN and RDS, and CTV also carries the Eastern Semi-Final, Eastern Final and Grey Cup. In the USA and everywhere else, every game streams free on CFL+.
How can I watch the CFL playoffs in the US?
Stream every playoff game and the 113th Grey Cup free on CFL+ at cfl.ca/plus. The Grey Cup is not on the CBS Sports Network schedule this year, though CBSSN picked it up late in 2024 and 2025.
Is CFL+ free?
Yes. CFL+ is free and needs no cable plan, just a short sign up. It streams every playoff game outside Canada and keeps replays on demand for 48 hours.
Can I stream the CFL playoffs in Canada without cable?
Yes. Get TSN Standard ($24.99 a month) or TSN Premium ($29.99 a month) and stream on the TSN app, use Crave for CTV games, or watch CTV free with an antenna. TV subscribers can sign in to the TSN or RDS app at no extra cost.
What time is the 2026 Grey Cup?
The Edmonton Elks play the Montreal Alouettes in the 113th Grey Cup on Sunday, November 15, 2026 at 6:00 PM ET from McMahon Stadium in Calgary.
Can I listen to the CFL playoffs on the radio?
Yes. Every game is live on SiriusXM across North America. Edmonton fans can tune to 880 CHED, and Montreal fans to TSN 690 (English) or 98.5 FM (French).
Now you know how to watch CFL playoffs games from anywhere. In Canada, tune in to TSN, RDS or CTV, or stream with a TSN plan or Crave. In the USA and the rest of the world, CFL+ streams every game free, including Elks vs Alouettes in the 113th Grey Cup on November 15 at 6:00 PM ET.