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CFL rights deal brings new opportunities, questionsThe Canadian Football League has inked a lucrative multi-year broadcast rights deal. Skylar Peters explains how it will impact the league, its nine teams and the way you watch Canadian football.SportsMay 28
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Iconic sportscaster Bob Irving talks CFL changesGlobal News Morning’s Clay Young talks to hall of fame broadcaster Bob Irving, the longtime voice of the Winnipeg Blue Bombers, about upcoming changes planned for the Canadian Football League.SportsMay 8
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The CFL postseason gets a makeoverTHE CANADIAN FOOTBALL LEAGUE’S SCHEDULE WILL LOOK DIFFERENT IN 2027, AS THE LEAGUE IS MAKING A KEY CHANGE TO IT’S PLAYOFF FORMAT.SportsApr 29
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Saskatchewan reacts to new CFL rulesIn Saskatchewan, one of the major hubs for the Canadian Football League, the changes will be big for players, coaches and fans in the stadium. Andrew Benson has the story and what to expect on and off the field.Sep 22, 2025
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CFL announces rules, field changes for 2027 seasonDuring a press conference on Monday, the Canadian Football League (CFL) announced “significant changes” coming to the league in 2027. Among the changes are a shortened field with goalposts moving from the goal line to the back of the end zone, changes to the game clock, and restricting how single points (aka a “rouge”) are...SportsSep 22, 2025
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CFL changes include shorter field, new goalpost positionThe CFL is revamping how professional football will be played in Canada. Eric Sorensen looks at what’s being changed, when, and why the league feels it needs to overhaul the Canadian version of the sport.Global NationalSep 22, 2025
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Women’s Football Alliance eyeing Saskatoon, Regina as potential expansion marketsWATCH: Operating as the largest women’s tackle football league in the United States, the Women’s Football Alliance is targeting a Canadian expansion in 2026 including potential teams in Saskatchewan.SportsJun 26, 2025
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CFL has momentum, but ‘not sustainable’ with only 2 teams turning a profit, commissioner saysStewart Johnston told Global Winnipeg that while television ratings, game-day revenue and attendance are all up across the board for the league, it’s not all rosy for Canadian football.CanadaJun 25, 2025
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Saskatoon Valkyries overcoming young roster, chasing fifth straight WWCFL titleWATCH: Undefeated in 35 consecutive games, the Saskatoon Valkyries are off to a 2-0 start to their Western Women’s Canadian Football League season despite a much more inexperienced roster.SportsMay 31, 2025
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Calgary Close-up: Calgary Stampeders draft picks to fight for roster spotsMark Stephen, the Calgary Stampeders radio play-by-play announcer, breaks down what fans can expect from the top players picked by the team in the recent Canadian Football League national draft.Global News Morning CalgaryMay 3, 2025
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CFL commissioner wants to see a team in HalifaxThe Canadian Football League’s annual Touchdown Atlantic game kicks off Saturday between Toronto and Saskatchewan. As the CFL arrives on the East Coast once again, the league’s commissioner maintains he wants a team here. Now, he’s saying a new team might not need a new stadium. Callum Smith reports.Global News at 6 HalifaxJul 28, 2023
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Relaunching Edmonton women’s football teamIn 2024, the Edmonton Storm had to cancel its season in the Western Women’s Canadian Football League due to lack of player interest. Now, a group is trying to restart the team under a new name. Slav Kornik has the story.Global News Hour at 6 EdmontonJan 31, 2025
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Saskatchewan Roughriders Green and White game holds more weight than in years pastThe Saskatchewan Roughriders’ Green and White game on Saturday holds a little more weight than in years past with no preseason games scheduled ahead of the 2021 Canadian Football League season. Taylor Shire gives the details ahead of the training camp game.Global News at 10 ReginaJul 21, 2021
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Winnipeg’s new professional soccer club — Valour FC — logo revealedCanadian Premier League and Winnipeg Football Club showed off the logo for the city’s new professional soccer team which will be named Valour FC.SportsJun 6, 2018
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Excitement builds in Regina as the CFL gets ready to announce Grey Cup hostThe excitement in Regina builds as the Canadian Football League (CFL) gets ready to announce which city will host the 2020 Grey Cup. Katelyn Wilson explains.Global News at 10 ReginaFeb 20, 2019
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Future of the CFLCommissioner Randy Ambrosie talks to Sonia Sunger about the future of the Canadian Football League.Global News Morning BCFeb 28, 2019
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Coronavirus outbreak: Trudeau says ‘discussions ongoing’ with CFL over possible financial supportSpeaking to reporters outside Rideau Cottage in Ottawa on Wednesday, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau said “discussions are ongoing” with the Canadian Football League (CFL) over possible financial support, as sports leagues across North America remain in limbo due to the physical distancing measures put in place by COVID-19.CanadaApr 29, 2020
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Edmonton’s CFL team marks 75 years on the gridironEdmonton’s Canadian Football League team has been marching to victory for 75 years and now, the Green and Gold will honour the team’s legacy during the 2024 season with a focus on honouring the past and looking to the future. Sarah Ryan has more on the Elk’s celebration plans.Global News at Noon EdmontonMar 25, 2024
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Lethbridge Steel looking for redemption as WWCFL season kicks offThe Western Women’s Canadian Football League season begins this weekend. Danica Ferris reports on how the Lethbridge Steel are seeking redemption to start the year.May 3, 2019
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CFL players association ratifies new seven-year deal with the leagueThe Canadian Football League (CFL) players association ratified a new seven-year agreement on Thursday evening, bringing an end to the dispute that saw an earlier deal rejected. With players accepting, the league’s exhibition season is expected to open on time on Friday night. Brenden Purdy reports.CanadaMay 27, 2022