Get ready for an exciting chapter in Canadian basketball! The Canadian Elite Basketball League (CEBL) and CBC Sports are joining forces once again, this time for a groundbreaking five-year broadcast partnership. This means that the league's marquee games will be aired on CBC TV, including the highly anticipated best-of-three CEBL Finals, a first in the league's history. But here's the real game-changer: all games will be live-streamed on CBC Gem and CBC Sports YouTube, giving fans an all-access pass to the action.
CEBL President and CEO Ty Mazereeuw sums it up perfectly: "As Canada's professional basketball league with 10 teams across the country, our focus is simple: to meet fans where they are." By partnering with CBC Sports, the CEBL is not only reaching a wider audience on a trusted national platform but also expanding access to digital platforms like CBC Gem and YouTube, offering fans of all ages more choices to follow their favorite teams and players.
Chris Wilson, Executive Director of Sports and Olympics at CBC, adds, "Canadian basketball is having its moment on the world stage, and through our partnership with the CEBL, we can bring the energy and momentum of Canada's top young players to fans across the country. We're excited to share the excitement from the court with wider audiences on CBC's platforms and to interact with and serve local fans in CEBL locations nationwide."
And this is the part most people miss: CBC Sports has been the league's broadcast partner since its inaugural seasons from 2019 to 2022, and with this new partnership, they're taking it to the next level. For the next five years, CBC Sports will offer select regular-season games on CBC TV and live-stream all regular-season and playoff games on CBC Gem and YouTube. That's right, you won't miss a single moment!
But wait, there's more! The CEBL's full 2026 broadcast schedule and additional broadcast-related announcements are coming soon, so stay tuned. For now, mark your calendars and get ready for an action-packed season.
About the Canadian Elite Basketball League:
The CEBL is Canada's professional basketball league, with 10 member clubs across six provinces. It's all about blending global innovation with a local connection, redefining how the game is played and experienced while deeply rooting its teams in communities from coast to coast. With a fan base of 4.1 million Canadians, up 57% since 2022, the CEBL has cultivated Canada's youngest basketball audience, with more than half of its fans aged 34 or younger. Its rapid growth reflects its ability to connect authentically with a new generation of basketball enthusiasts and expand the sport's cultural footprint nationwide.
In 2025, the CEBL featured 17 players with NBA experience, and nearly 70% of its athletes were Canadian - the highest proportion of domestic talent in any professional sports league in the country. To date, nearly 40 players have signed NBA contracts following CEBL seasons, which run from May through August. It's an exciting time for Canadian basketball, and the CEBL is at the forefront of this movement.
About CBC/Radio-Canada:
CBC/Radio-Canada is Canada's national public broadcaster, playing a central role in strengthening Canadian culture through its mandate to inform, enlighten, and entertain. As Canada's trusted news source, it offers a uniquely Canadian perspective on news, current affairs, and world affairs. Its distinctively homegrown entertainment programming draws audiences from across the country, and it's deeply rooted in communities, offering diverse content in multiple languages, including English, French, and eight Indigenous languages. CBC/Radio-Canada is leading the transformation to meet the needs of Canadians in a digital world, ensuring that its content reaches and resonates with diverse audiences.
Now, let's dive into some of the exciting news from the CEBL and its teams:
Honey Badgers Ink All-Canadian Forward Ambrose-Hylton: The Brampton Honey Badgers have signed the 2025 CEBL All-Canadian and former Edmonton Stingers standout, Keon Ambrose-Hylton. With impressive stats from his first professional campaign in 2025, Ambrose-Hylton is ready to bring his talent and energy to the Honey Badgers.
Canadian Osawe Returns to Alliance: The Montréal Alliance is thrilled to welcome back Canadian forward Kevin Osawe for the 2026 CEBL season. Osawe, who has shown steady progress and elevated his game since his last stint in Montréal, is a proven contributor and a reliable interior presence.
BlackJacks Re-Sign University of Ottawa Standout Ndjock-Tadjoré: The Ottawa BlackJacks have signed forward Justin Ndjock-Tadjoré for the 2026 season. Ndjock-Tadjoré, a versatile player with a strong physical presence, is returning to the BlackJacks for his third campaign with the club.
Sea Bears Sign Canadian Guard Walker: The Winnipeg Sea Bears have signed Canadian guard David Walker. Walker, a tough and versatile player with league experience, is a perfect fit for the Sea Bears' identity and will strengthen their Canadian depth.
These signings and announcements are just the tip of the iceberg. The CEBL is buzzing with excitement, and the upcoming season promises to be a thrilling ride. So, basketball fans, get ready to cheer on your favorite teams and players as they take the court and make history.
Stay tuned for more updates, and don't forget to share your thoughts and predictions in the comments! Are you excited for the CEBL's return to CBC Sports? Which team are you rooting for this season? Let's discuss!
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