CBC’s Beloved ‘Hockey Night in Canada’ Broadcasts Its Final Game
The iconic Saturday night hockey broadcast that defined Canadian living for generations has ended, sparking nostalgia, debate and a new direction for public broadcasting.
Jun 25, 2026
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CBC to End Hockey Night in Canada After This Season
The long‑running CBC tradition of Hockey Night in Canada will conclude after the current season, marking the end of a 74‑year cultural touchstone. The decision follows Rogers Communications' $11 billion acquisition of NHL rights, which will prioritize its Sportsnet+ platform over traditional over‑the‑air broadcasts.
Jun 19, 2026
Sportsnet Ends CBC’s ‘Hockey Night in Canada’ After 74 Years
Sportsnet announced the end of its long‑standing partnership with the Canadian Broadcasting Corporation, marking the close of a 74‑year tradition and raising questions about public access to NHL hockey.
Jun 17, 2026
The End of Hockey Night in Canada on CBC and the Rise of Sportsnet
After nearly a century of bringing hockey to Canadian living rooms, CBC will no longer air Hockey Night in Canada. Sportsnet steps in to carry the tradition, while Rogers Communications and other partners reshape the media landscape.
Jun 17, 2026
CBC Ends 12‑Year NHL Deal with Rogers, Shifts Focus to Olympic Coverage
The Canadian Broadcasting Corporation and Rogers Communications have terminated their long‑standing partnership to co‑produce Hockey Night in Canada, ending a tradition that reached fans in Windsor, Michigan, and beyond. CBC will now redirect its resources toward Olympic programming, including coverage of the 2028 Los Angeles Games and the 2030 French Alps Games.
Jun 16, 2026
CBC ends seven‑decade NHL broadcast run as Sportsnet takes over
CBC announced it will stop airing NHL games after more than 70 years, turning the Saturday night slot over to a new Canadian‑athlete focused show while Sportsnet assumes exclusive broadcast rights.
Jun 16, 2026
CBC to End 74‑Year NHL Broadcast Tradition After Deal With Sportsnet
After more than seven decades of bringing NHL games to Canadian homes, CBC announced it will no longer air the league’s contests, ending a historic partnership that began in 1952.
Jun 16, 2026
Hockey Night in Canada to Leave CBC After 75‑Year Run
The iconic Saturday night hockey broadcast will not air on CBC for the 2026‑27 season, ending a decades‑long partnership and signaling a major realignment of NHL rights in Canada.
Jun 16, 2026
CBC Bids Farewell to Hockey Night in Canada After 74 Years
CBC announced that it will end its long‑standing broadcast of NHL games after the current season, ending a 74‑year tradition, and will replace Hockey Night in Canada with a new Saturday primetime show featuring Canadian athletes.
Jun 16, 2026
The End of an Era: Hockey Night in Canada Leaves CBC After Decades on Air
For the first time, Hockey Night in Canada will not air on the CBC this fall, ending a legacy that shaped Canadian sports culture for generations.
Jun 16, 2026
Hockey Night in Canada exits CBC after 75‑year run
The iconic Saturday night broadcast will leave the CBC after nearly seven decades, as Rogers retains the Hockey Night in Canada brand following an expired licensing agreement.
Jun 16, 2026
Rogers Secures $11 Billion NHL Broadcast Deal, Ending CBC’s ‘Hockey Night in Canada’ Legacy
After a landmark $11 billion agreement, Rogers Communications will become the sole broadcaster of the NHL in Canada, ushering in a new era for hockey coverage and marking the end of CBC's long‑standing 'Hockey Night in Canada' tradition.
Jun 16, 2026