The short version
The 2027 IIHF World Junior Championship starts on Boxing Day in Edmonton, with Canada opening against Switzerland and facing Czechia on New Year's Eve. TSN and RDS hold Hockey Canada's media rights through 2034. It is one of the most watched events of the Canadian winter.
- Starts December 26, 2026, in Edmonton
- TSN and RDS, Hockey Canada rights to 2034
- Where it airs in Canada
- TSN and RDS hold Hockey Canada rights (extended to 2034); 2027 tournament in Edmonton from Boxing Day
- How sure we are
- Press or secondary source
- Game-time blocking order
- Not in T-743-24 (as far as we know)
When are Canada's games?
Evenings Mountain time in Edmonton, which is late evening in the East. Use the time switch.
How do I avoid buffering on Boxing Day?
Holiday evenings are peak time. Use a wired connection and restart your box before the game.
Questions people ask
Is the World Juniors on TSN?
Yes, TSN in English and RDS in French.
When is the gold medal game?
Usually January 5.
Is it on a free trial?
If you start your trial on game day, yes.
Sources, checked November 2, 2026
- TSN, Canada to open 2027 World Juniors against Switzerland in Edmonton, November 2, 2026
See also
- OilersEdmonton Oilers games air on Sportsnet in 2026-27, both nationally and in the Oilers' region, with national games in French on TVA Sports.
- NHLFrom 2026-27 Rogers' Sportsnet holds national NHL rights in Canada for 12 years, a deal reported at C$11 billion.
- Fix bufferingMost buffering comes from the home network, not the service: Wi-Fi far from the router, other streaming in the house, or a box that is short on memory.