TORONTO — Excitement is building as the Canadian Football League (CFL) announces its highly anticipated schedule for the 2025 season! The action kicks off in Saskatchewan, where the hometown Roughriders will duel against the Ottawa REDBLACKS in what promises to be a thrilling opener. Fans are gearing up for an unforgettable journey that culminates in the 112th Grey Cup, set to take place at Princess Auto Stadium in Winnipeg on Sunday, November 16.

CFL Commissioner Randy Ambrosie expressed his enthusiasm, stating, “We’re thrilled to present the incredible season ahead with our brand of fun, fast, and entertaining football. Each off-season brings a wealth of intrigue – new leadership, game-changing acquisitions, and more. June 5 marks the beginning of something new – a clean slate filled with tantalizing possibilities for fans and players alike.”

The road to the Grey Cup will feature electrifying summer nights at stadiums across Canada, including must-see matchups designed to celebrate various holidays. Fans can look forward to the intense rivalries highlighted during the OK Tire Labour Day Weekend.

To maximize viewership, the CFL will have its games broadcast on Canada’s most-watched conventional television network, CTV, as well as on TSN. This means more exciting regular season matchups and playoff action will be accessible to fans. In the United States, select games will be shown exclusively on CBS Sports Network, with an additional 48-hour live and on-demand viewing option available through the league’s free online platform, CFL+. Fans outside of North America can also catch all the action on CFL+.

Key Highlights of the 2025 Schedule:

- **No Short Turnarounds:** The schedule has been strategically designed to ensure no teams face a four-day turnaround.

- **Family-Friendly Game Times:** A whopping 23 games will kick off at or before 4:00 p.m. local time, representing a 44% increase from the previous season, making it easier for families to attend and enjoy the games together.

Exciting Season Openers:

- **Thursday, June 5** | Ottawa at Saskatchewan | 9:00 p.m. ET

- **Friday, June 6** | Toronto at Montreal | 7:30 p.m. ET

- **Saturday, June 7** | Hamilton at Calgary | 7:00 p.m. ET

- **Saturday, June 7** | Edmonton at BC | 10:00 p.m. ET

Special Events:

Mark your calendars for July 3, when the Calgary Stampede festivities unofficially kick off with the first-ever Stampede Bowl featuring the Calgary Stampeders and the Winnipeg Blue Bombers!

Celebration of Rivalries:

The storied tradition of the OK Tire Labour Day Weekend rivalries continues:

- **Sunday, August 31** | Winnipeg at Saskatchewan | 7:00 p.m. ET

- **Monday, September 1 (Labour Day)** | Toronto at Hamilton | 2:30 p.m. ET and Edmonton at Calgary | 6:00 p.m. ET

Honoring Legends:

Don't miss the halftime ceremony on **Saturday, September 20**, when the Canadian Football Hall of Fame Class of 2025 will be honored during the game between the Edmonton Elks and the Hamilton Tiger-Cats.

As the excitement builds for the 2025 season, fans are urged to purchase tickets and gear up for a year of unforgettable football, rivalries, and legendary moments that make CFL history memorable. Get ready to cheer for your team as the countdown to the Grey Cup begins!