Ottawa is Canada's capital and one of its most passionate hockey cities. The Senators have a loyal fanbase, the Redblacks bring CFL action to TD Place, and Ottawa residents want Canadian channels, French-language options, and full NHL coverage — all without paying Rogers or Bell's ever-increasing cable bills.
Ottawa residents are primarily served by Rogers Cable and Bell Fibe TV — two of Canada's largest telecommunications companies. A sports-tier package from either provider runs $100–$160/month CAD once you add Sportsnet, TSN, and equipment rental. Rogers owns Sportsnet outright, meaning they have strong incentive to make NHL access expensive for those who don't subscribe to cable.
Ottawa is also Canada's most bilingual major city — a significant portion of residents want RDS (Réseau des sports) for French-language hockey coverage alongside English-language options. Traditional cable charges extra for French-language sports packages. IPTV delivers both English and French sports channels under a single subscription.
The Senators are Ottawa's hockey identity — and in a city where the NHL is deeply embedded in culture, every game matters. Senators games air primarily on Sportsnet and TSN, with Saturday games on CBC's Hockey Night in Canada. All three broadcasters are included in PlayMaxTV. For the broader NHL cord-cutting picture, see our NHL without cable Canada guide.
The Redblacks bring Canadian football to TD Place Stadium in the heart of downtown Ottawa. CFL games air on TSN — Canada's primary CFL broadcaster — which is included in PlayMaxTV. The CFL season runs summer through November, providing high-quality Canadian football action with Ottawa as a competitive franchise in the East Division.
Ottawa fans are fiercely patriotic when it comes to Team Canada — in hockey, soccer, and other international competitions. PlayMaxTV includes CBC, Sportsnet, and TSN for Olympic coverage, IIHF World Championship, Canada Cup, and CanMNT/CanWNT soccer matches.
| Service | Monthly Cost | Senators NHL | CFL Redblacks | Bilingual Sports |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PlayMaxTV | ~$27 CAD/mo | ✅ Sportsnet, TSN, CBC | ✅ TSN | ✅ RDS included |
| Rogers Cable Sports | $110–$160 CAD/mo | ✅ | ✅ TSN add-on | ⚠️ Extra package |
| Bell Fibe Sports | $105–$155 CAD/mo | ✅ | ✅ | ⚠️ Extra package |
| TSN Direct | $20 CAD/mo | ✅ TSN games only | ✅ | ❌ English only |
| Sportsnet Now | $25 CAD/mo | ✅ Sportsnet games only | ⚠️ Limited | ❌ No RDS |
Go to playmaxtv.com/checkout and activate your free 24-hour trial. No credit card required. Credentials are sent instantly after signup.
PlayMaxTV works on Amazon Fire TV Stick, Apple TV, Roku, Android TV, Samsung Smart TV, LG Smart TV, iOS, Android, and any browser. Most Ottawa users prefer TiviMate or IPTV Smarters Pro for the TV app experience.
Search "Sportsnet" or "TSN" for Senators games. Search "CBC" for Hockey Night in Canada Saturdays. Search "RDS" for French-language coverage. The EPG guide shows all game times.
Plans start at $20 USD/month (~$27 CAD), $45 for 3 months, $60 for 6 months, or $90/year. The annual plan at $90 USD (~$120 CAD) is significantly cheaper than one month of Rogers or Bell cable.
Yes. PlayMaxTV includes Sportsnet, Sportsnet ONE, TSN, and TSN2 — the primary broadcasters for Ottawa Senators games. Saturday night Senators games on CBC's Hockey Night in Canada are also covered. For the full NHL cord-cutting picture, see our NHL without cable guide for Canada.
Yes. PlayMaxTV includes RDS and RDS2, making it ideal for Ottawa's bilingual community. Ottawa Senators games and CFL coverage are available in French via RDS alongside English broadcasts on TSN and Sportsnet.
PlayMaxTV includes CBC, CTV, and TVA national feeds. Local Ottawa affiliates (CBOT CBC Ottawa, CTV Ottawa) may vary — the trial is the best way to confirm availability in your specific Ottawa neighbourhood.
25 Mbps handles 1080p streaming without buffering. Ottawa has strong internet infrastructure through Rogers, Bell, and TekSavvy — most households well exceed this threshold. For 4K streams, 50 Mbps is recommended.
Yes. PlayMaxTV works anywhere in Canada with a stable internet connection. We have dedicated guides for Montreal, Toronto, Vancouver, and Calgary as well.
Senators on Sportsnet, TSN & CBC. Redblacks on TSN. RDS for French coverage. All in one subscription — free 24-hour trial, no credit card required.
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