CBC has secured a significant expansion in its coverage of Canadian curling through a fresh five-year broadcasting agreement, ensuring increased visibility for the Grand Slam of Curling playoffs and all Rock League matches on its platforms. The deal with The Curling Group, revealed on Thursday, will result in over 300 hours of combined TV coverage on CBC and Sportsnet during the 2026-27 season.
A notable development for CBC is the inclusion of Rock League. The professional league, which debuted in April, will make its return to CBC in January 2027. Every game will be accessible on CBC television and CBC Gem, while selected matches will also be featured on Radio-Canada’s ICI TOU.TV and Sportsnet on Thursdays and Fridays.
Rock League comprises six mixed-gender franchises with curlers from various countries. Its upcoming season will host events on specific weekends in January and April, with games scheduled from Thursday to Sunday.
In addition to Rock League, CBC will play a more significant role in the Grand Slam of Curling. Sportsnet will continue as the primary broadcaster for all five Grand Slam events, commencing in October. It will broadcast three draws daily from Tuesday to Friday. On Saturday, CBC and CBC Gem will team up with Sportsnet+ to cover the playoffs. Sundays will see Sportsnet airing the championship finals, with CBC also showcasing select finals throughout the season. The morning round-robin draws and tiebreakers from Tuesday to Saturday will be available for streaming on Rock Channel.
This latest agreement reinforces CBC’s extensive history with curling and elevates its presence during major Canadian curling events. Chris Wilson, CBC’s executive director of sports and Olympics, expressed enthusiasm about sharing another season of Rock League with audiences nationwide.
For The Curling Group, these agreements signify a significant milestone for both the Grand Slam and Rock League, expanding their reach to a broader national audience. Nic Sulsky, CEO and co-founder of The Curling Group, described it as a pivotal moment for the sport.
Over the next five years, Canadian viewers can look forward to more ways to engage with the sport, from Grand Slam playoff weekends to the second season of Rock League on CBC.