Canada has its own TV world: English and French networks, regional sports feeds, a hockey season that never seems to stop, and six time zones to keep track of. This guide puts it all in one place. You’ll find the most popular Canadian channels, every big sports event of the 2026-27 season and where it airs, and everything you need to know about IPTV in Canada, from how it works to the speed and devices you need.
- UpdatedOctober 2026
- CoversChannels, sports, IPTV basics
- Read timeAbout 10 minutes
For the first time since 1952, CBC isn’t showing NHL games. Rogers signed a new 12-year deal with the NHL, so Saturday games now air on Sportsnet under a new name, Saturday Night Hockey. If you’re used to finding hockey on CBC on a Saturday night, switch to Sportsnet.
What is IPTV?
IPTV (Internet Protocol Television) is TV delivered over your internet connection instead of a cable or satellite signal. You watch live channels, movies and series through an app on a device you already own, like a Fire TV Stick, smart TV or phone. In Canada, the word covers three different things:
Telco IPTV
TV packages from internet providers with their own box: Bell Fibe TV, TELUS Optik TV, Rogers Xfinity and Vidéotron Helix.
Streaming apps
One network or league per app: Crave, CBC Gem, Sportsnet+, TSN+, Noovo, DAZN and others.
IPTV subscriptions
One login for live channels and on-demand content, used in apps like TiviMate or IPTV Smarters on your own devices. StbEmu is this kind.
Want to compare the big providers? See which IPTV is number one in Canada.
The most popular Canadian channels
These are the channels Canadians search for most. Most local networks are also free over the air with an antenna, and many have a free app.
| Category | Popular channels |
|---|---|
| English networks | CBC, CTV, Global, Citytv, CTV2, OMNI (multilingual) |
| French networks | ICI Radio-Canada Télé, TVA, Noovo, Télé-Québec |
| Sports (English) | Sportsnet (Ontario, East, West, Pacific, One, 360), TSN 1 to 5 |
| Sports (French) | RDS, RDS 2, TVA Sports |
| News | CBC News Network, CTV News Channel, CP24, ICI RDI, LCN |
| Movies & series | Crave (with HBO), Super Écran, Hollywood Suite |
| Kids & family | YTV, Treehouse, Family Channel, Télétoon |
| Lifestyle & factual | HGTV Canada, Food Network Canada, Discovery, W Network, APTN |
Free with an antennaCBC, CTV, Global, Citytv, ICI Radio-Canada Télé, TVA and Noovo broadcast over the air for free in most cities. CBC Gem and the CTV app also stream a lot for free with ads.
Before you subscribe to any service, check that it has the channels you watch most. Lineups differ by plan and change over time. For StbEmu, see the channel list on our plans page or ask our team.
Sports in Canada: who has what in 2026-27
Most sports in Canada sit with two companies: Rogers (Sportsnet, Citytv) and Bell (TSN, RDS, CTV). Here’s where each league lives this season.
| League | Where it airs in Canada | Good to know |
|---|---|---|
| NHL | Sportsnet, Saturday Night Hockey, Prime Video (Wednesdays), Sportsnet+ (Mondays), TVA Sports (French), TSN/RDS regional games | No more NHL on CBC. Sportsnet lifted 150 regional blackouts this season. |
| NBA (Raptors) | TSN and Sportsnet | The two networks split the Raptors’ games. Season opener: Oct 21, 2026 vs Chicago. |
| CFL | TSN, CTV, RDS (French) | The 113th Grey Cup is Nov 15, 2026 in Calgary. |
| NFL | CTV, TSN, RDS; DAZN for every out-of-market game | Super Bowl LXI: Feb 14, 2027. |
| MLB (Blue Jays) | Sportsnet | The 2027 season starts in late March. |
| MLS | Apple TV | Toronto FC, CF Montréal and the Vancouver Whitecaps. |
| World Juniors | TSN, RDS (French) | Dec 26, 2026 to Jan 5, 2027, in Edmonton and Red Deer. |
| Curling | TSN, RDS | The Scotties and the Brier run in early 2027. |
Broadcast plans can change during the season, so check the league or network before a big game.
Canada’s NHL teams
Seven Canadian teams play in the NHL: the Vancouver Canucks, Calgary Flames, Edmonton Oilers, Winnipeg Jets, Toronto Maple Leafs, Ottawa Senators and Montréal Canadiens. National games are on Sportsnet (and TVA Sports in French). Regional games depend on your team: for example, many Senators, Jets and Canadiens games air regionally on TSN or RDS, and the Leafs split with Sportsnet.
2026-27 sports calendar
- October 2026: NHL season under way; Raptors open on Oct 21; MLB World Series.
- November 15, 2026: 113th Grey Cup at McMahon Stadium, Calgary.
- December 26, 2026 to January 5, 2027: World Junior Championship in Edmonton and Red Deer.
- February 14, 2027: Super Bowl LXI.
- Early 2027: Scotties Tournament of Hearts and the Brier (curling).
- Late March 2027: Blue Jays’ season begins.
- April to June 2027: NHL and NBA playoffs.
Never miss a start timeA 7:00 PM ET puck drop is 4:00 PM in Vancouver and 8:30 PM in St. John’s. The free Dino Sports app shows every NHL, NBA, NFL and MLB game of the day in your own time zone, with live scores. It works with your StbEmu subscription.
What to look for in an IPTV service
- The channels you watch: Canadian locals, your team’s regional sports feed and, if you need them, French channels.
- A TV guide (EPG): shows what’s on now and next, just like cable.
- Catch-up and on-demand: watch a game or show you missed, plus movies and series.
- Enough screens: how many TVs and phones can watch at the same time.
- Your devices: Fire TV Stick, Android TV, smart TV, iPhone, PC.
- Real support: people who answer quickly when something stops working, ideally 24/7.
- A trial or short plan: so you can test it on your own internet before paying for a year.
Is IPTV legal in Canada?
IPTV itself is just a way of delivering TV, and it’s legal. What matters is whether a service has the rights to the channels it carries. Canadian courts have ordered internet providers to block services that stream channels without permission. Be careful with offers like these:
- Thousands of channels for a very low lifetime price
- No website, only a messaging app contact
- Payment only in gift cards or crypto
- No refund policy or terms of use
Devices and apps
You can use IPTV on almost any screen. Pick your device for a step-by-step guide:
Fire TV Stick
The most popular choice in Canada. Fire TV Stick guide
Smart TVs
Samsung, LG, Android TV and Google TV. Smart TV guide
iPhone, iPad & Mac
Watch at home or on the go. Apple guide
Windows PC
Dino Sports, VLC and more. Windows guide
TiviMate
A favourite player on Android TV. TiviMate guide
IPTV Smarters Pro
Works on most devices. Smarters guide
M3U, Xtream Codes or MAC portal?
Your welcome email gives you one or more of these ways to sign in:
- M3U link: one long link with your whole channel list. Works in almost every player.
- Xtream Codes: a server address, username and password. Loads faster and includes movies, series and the TV guide.
- MAC portal: used by set-top-box style apps like the StbEmu app. You enter a portal address, and your device’s MAC address is linked to your plan.
Internet speed you need
| Picture | Speed per screen |
|---|---|
| SD | 5 Mbps |
| HD (720p / 1080p) | 10 to 25 Mbps |
| 4K | 25 Mbps or more |
Watching on two TVs at once? Add the speeds together. You can check your speed at Fast.com.
Stop buffering in 5 steps
- Use a network cable or a 5 GHz Wi-Fi network instead of 2.4 GHz.
- Restart your router and your device.
- On a Fire Stick, use the HDMI extender so the stick isn’t stuck behind the TV.
- Close other apps that are downloading or streaming.
- If one channel keeps freezing, try another. If they all freeze, it’s your connection; if only one does, tell our team.
Common questions
Where can I watch Hockey Night in Canada now?
Hockey Night in Canada is now called Saturday Night Hockey and airs on Sportsnet, with Ron MacLean as host. CBC no longer shows NHL games.
Which channel has the Raptors?
TSN and Sportsnet split the Raptors’ games. Check each game in your TV guide or in the Dino Sports app.
Where can I watch the Grey Cup?
The 113th Grey Cup is on November 15, 2026, on TSN and CTV in English and RDS in French.
Can I get French channels with IPTV?
Yes, many IPTV services include French channels like TVA, Noovo, RDS and ICI Radio-Canada Télé. Check the channel list before you buy.
Can I use one IPTV subscription on several devices?
Yes, you sign in with the same details on each device. How many can watch at the same time depends on your plan.
Do I need a VPN for IPTV?
No. You don’t need a VPN to use a legitimate service. If you use one for privacy, choose a server close to you, or it may slow your picture down.
Ready for hockey season?
Pick a plan, set up your device in about 10 minutes, and message our team any time you need help.
See PlansMessage SupportBroadcast details are from public announcements as of October 2026 and may change; check the league or network before a game. Team, league and channel names are trademarks of their owners. StbEmu is not affiliated with or endorsed by the NHL, NBA, CFL, NFL, MLB, MLS, Hockey Canada, CBC, Bell Media, Rogers, Corus, Quebecor, Amazon, Apple or DAZN.