Written by the StreamX Editorial Team — Updated October 2026
Following the Habs got more complicated in 2026–27. The new national NHL deal reshuffled French-language broadcasts: TVA Sports now carries more Canadiens games, RDS carries fewer, and Amazon Prime Video airs Canadiens games in French for the first time. English broadcasts are split again between TSN, Sportsnet and Prime. This guide lays out exactly where every Canadiens game airs this season, what the official options cost, and how to watch without a cable package.
A reliable IPTV service in Canada is the simplest way to catch every game.
Quick answer: In French, the 2026–27 Canadiens schedule is split between TVA Sports (32 regular-season games plus all playoff games), RDS (45 games) and Prime Video (7 games). In English, games air on TSN, Sportsnet and Prime Video. To watch without cable, you can combine the networks’ streaming services, or use an IPTV service that includes RDS, TVA Sports, TSN and Sportsnet, like StreamX from CAD 19 a month.
French-Language Broadcasts in 2026–27
| Broadcaster | Canadiens games | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| TVA Sports | 32 regular-season games + all playoff games | National French rights under a new 12-year sublicense from Rogers |
| RDS | 45 regular-season games | Regional French rights; down from 60 games last season |
| Prime Video | 7 regular-season games | First French-language Canadiens games on Prime |
The TVA Sports deal was announced by Rogers and Quebecor in September 2026, covering up to 350 national French-language games per season, with Quebecor’s illico+ platform joining the lineup. The full French split was reported by The Hockey News, citing La Presse.
English-Language Broadcasts
English-speaking Habs fans need TSN (regional English broadcasts, typically on TSN2 or TSN5), Sportsnet (national games, including Saturday Night Hockey and Monday Night Hockey on Sportsnet+) and Prime Video (Wednesday national games). Our TSN and Sportsnet feed guide explains which feed covers which region.
How to Check Which Channel Has Tonight’s Game
- The official Canadiens schedule lists the broadcaster for each game.
- Search “Canadiens” in your TV or IPTV guide to see every channel carrying the game. Our EPG guide shows how.
- RDS, TVA Sports, TSN and Sportsnet all publish daily schedules on their websites.
Official Streaming Options and Costs
| Service | Covers | Approximate cost |
|---|---|---|
| TVA Sports Direct / illico+ | TVA Sports games in French | Monthly subscription (check current pricing) |
| RDS streaming (with TV provider or direct) | RDS games in French | Monthly subscription |
| Sportsnet+ | Sportsnet games in English, Monday Night Hockey | From $34.99/month |
| TSN streaming | TSN regional English games | $29.99/month |
| Amazon Prime | Prime Video games (French and English) | Prime membership |
A bilingual household trying to follow every game officially could end up with four or five subscriptions. Sportsnet+ and TSN prices as reported in 2026; confirm current pricing on each service’s website.
Watching the Habs With IPTV
An IPTV subscription that includes RDS, RDS2, TVA Sports, TSN and Sportsnet lets you follow French and English broadcasts from one app. Plans with StreamX cost CAD 19 for a month, CAD 49 for six months or CAD 79 for a year on one screen — see our pricing page. Before relying on any service for a playoff run, test it during a live game with our free 24-hour trial.
Note that games streamed exclusively on Prime Video are not traditional TV channels; check how your provider handles those games. For background on licensing, read Is IPTV legal in Canada? (general information, not legal advice).
Tips for Habs Fans in Montreal
- Use a wired connection for the main TV — Saturday night games are when networks are busiest.
- Fix plex Wi-Fi: thick walls in older Montreal apartments weaken signals; a mesh system helps. See our Montreal IPTV guide.
- Favourite both languages: add RDS, TVA Sports and the TSN feed so you can switch commentary instantly.
- Allow about 15 Mbps per HD stream — check with Speedtest.
For francophone TV beyond hockey, see our guide to IPTV en français au Québec and our page on IPTV au Québec. Following other teams too? Our guide to watching every NHL team in Canada covers the whole league.
Following the Canadiens on the Road and Out of Market
When the Habs play a nationally televised game, it moves to Sportsnet or the national French broadcast rather than the regional RDS feed, and regional blackouts can apply if you are outside Quebec. A service that carries both the French channels (RDS, TVA Sports) and the English ones (Sportsnet, TSN) is the simplest way to always have the right feed, wherever you are in Canada. For French channels generally, see our IPTV en français guide and our Montreal guide.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch Canadiens games in French in 2026-27?
TVA Sports has 32 regular-season games and all playoff games, RDS has 45 games and Prime Video has 7 games in French.
Which channel shows Canadiens games in English?
English broadcasts are on TSN for regional games, Sportsnet for national games and Prime Video for Wednesday national games.
Why are fewer Canadiens games on RDS this season?
The new national NHL deal gave TVA Sports more Canadiens games under a sublicense from Rogers, reducing RDS to 45 regional games.
How can I watch the Habs without cable?
Combine the networks’ streaming services and Amazon Prime, or use an IPTV service that includes RDS, TVA Sports, TSN and Sportsnet.
Are Canadiens playoff games on TVA Sports?
Yes. TVA Sports holds French-language rights to all Canadiens playoff games under the new agreement.
Can I watch the Canadiens in English with IPTV?
Yes. English regional and national games air on Sportsnet and TSN, while RDS and TVA Sports carry the French broadcasts. A service with both language groups lets you pick either feed.
Are all Canadiens games on RDS?
Most regional games are, but nationally televised games move to Sportsnet or the national French broadcast. Our guide to watching every NHL team explains how the national and regional split works.
