How to Watch the Winter Olympics Free in Quebec?

Casey Halston

Published: January 29, 2026 8:13 PM ET

For sports enthusiasts in Quebec, following the upcoming Winter Olympics will be an engaging experience. Viewers can catch all the action from the Winter Olympics, which will take place in Milan and Cortina, Italy, from February 6 to 22, 2026. The opening ceremony is scheduled for February 6 at 20:00 local time in Milan, or 14:00 in Quebec.

How to Watch the Winter Olympics Free in Quebec?

Canadian broadcasting rights for the Winter Olympics are held by CBC/Radio-Canada. In Quebec, the primary access will be through ICI Radio-Canada Télé. Major competitions, including the opening and closing ceremonies, will be aired live and free.

Broadcast Schedule

Due to a six-hour time difference with Italy, events occurring at 15:00 in Milan will be available at 09:00 in Quebec. Early morning events will be re-aired throughout the day. Here are the planned daily broadcasts:

La matinale à Milan: 04:00 to 11:00 (10:00 to 17:00 in Milan)
Milan maintenant: 11:00 to 18:00 (17:00 to 00:00 in Milan)
Ciao Milano: 19:30 to 22:30 (Monday-Thursday), 19:00 to 22:30 (Friday), and 18:30 to 22:30 (Saturday-Sunday)
Milan la nuit: 23:00 to 03:00 (05:00 to 09:00 in Milan)

Viewers also have options on RDS and RDS2 for those subscribed, where competitions, including men’s and women’s hockey, will be broadcast.

Digital Viewing Options

For fans who prefer digital platforms, several options are available. Radio-Canada will provide extensive, live streaming coverage across their platforms. The complete schedule, along with links for streaming, will be accessible on their website.

Free streaming will also be available on ICI TOU.TV and CBC Gem, providing access to multiple simultaneous events, replays, and personalized experiences based on favorite sports and athletes. Additionally, the official Olympics channel on YouTube will feature highlights and program recaps, although live event coverage will be limited due to exclusive Canadian rights held by CBC/Radio-Canada.

Important Dates

Key dates for the Winter Olympics include:

Opening Ceremony: February 6, 2026, at 20:00 in Milan (14:00 in Quebec)
Closing Ceremony: February 22, 2026, at 20:00 in Verona (14:00 in Quebec)

Canadian Athletes to Watch

Canada is expected to send around 200 athletes to compete in 14 disciplines. Notable Quebec athletes include:

Mikaël Kingsbury (Freestyle Skiing, Moguls)
Laurie Blouin and Eliot Grondin (Snowboarding)
Kim Boutin, Steven Dubois, and Florence Brunelle (Short Track Speed Skating)

As the Olympics approach, more detailed schedules and information will be available through the Canadian Olympic Committee. Fans are encouraged to tune in and support their athletes during this exciting international event.