In a span of 100 days, the 25th Winter Olympics will kick off in Milan-Cortina, Italy. Canadian viewers can anticipate extensive coverage of the event with 22 hours of daily broadcasts, analysis, and on-demand highlights from February 6 to 22, thanks to CBC/Radio-Canada.
Chris Wilson, the Olympics general manager for CBC/Radio-Canada, expressed the commitment to deliver real-time action to fans in partnership with Sportsnet, TSN, and RDS. Marie-Philippe Bouchard, the president and CEO of CBC/Radio-Canada, highlighted the pride in Canadian athletes and the excitement in showcasing their accomplishments nationwide.
With a staggering 2,000 hours of live content across various platforms, CBC’s English-language coverage promises to capture every medal-winning moment from all venues. Audiences can tune in to CBC and the free CBC Gem streaming service for live viewing. Additionally, CBC’s website, cbc.ca/milanocortina2026, will provide event schedules, results, highlights, profiles of athletes, and daily updates.
The upcoming Games will witness around 2,900 athletes from 93 countries competing across the Italian Alps, stretching from Milan to the Austrian and Swiss borders. For those on the move, the CBC News app offers Olympic coverage on mobile devices. Furthermore, CBC Sports will engage viewers through exclusive digital series on platforms like YouTube, TikTok, Facebook, and Instagram.
CBC’s top commentators and analysts are geared up to deliver captivating storytelling and comprehensive coverage during the Milan-Cortina Games. The daily programming lineup includes morning shows hosted by Ron MacLean and Perdita Felicien, daytime coverage led by Andi Petrillo, primetime action with Anastasia Bucsis and Craig McMorris, and overnight highlights.
The Games’ opening ceremony on February 6 will feature live coverage from Milan by CBC News’ Adrienne Arsenault and CBC Olympics reporter Devin Heroux. The broadcasting teams will bring expert insights, play-by-play commentary, and engaging analysis to viewers, ensuring an immersive Olympic experience.
Moreover, a special campaign titled “Brave is Unbeatable” will kick off, spotlighting Canada’s prominent athletes and their journey to success. Additional digital coverage will include daily storylines, TikTok content, and feature articles by prominent personalities like Mackenzie Barwell, Serena Aboud, and Chris Jones.
The countdown to the Milan-Cortina Winter Olympics promises an unforgettable spectacle of sportsmanship and triumph, with CBC/Radio-Canada dedicated to delivering unparalleled coverage to Canadian audiences.