CBC’s long-running *Hockey Night in Canada* is set to return this fall with a major change — the iconic broadcast will feature games from the Professional Women’s Hockey League (PWHL) instead of men’s NHL matches. The network announced Monday that the 90th season will air eight prime-time games on Saturday nights, marking a historic shift in the program’s format. The first game to be featured on the show will take place on December 5, featuring the Montreal Victoire against the newly expanded PWHL H.
The decision comes as the PWHL expands its presence across Canada, with teams in major cities. The CBC’s partnership with the league aims to highlight women’s hockey and increase its visibility. While the traditional NHL broadcasts have been a staple of Canadian sports programming for decades, this new approach reflects a growing emphasis on gender equality in sports.
The change has sparked mixed reactions from fans, with some praising the move toward inclusivity and others expressing nostalgia for the old format. Regardless, the shift signals a new chapter for *Hockey Night in Canada*, one that blends tradition with modernity.
