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How to Watch the National Bank Open in Canada (2026)
The National Bank Open is Canada’s own ATP Masters 1000 and WTA 1000 event, and the biggest tennis tournament played on Canadian soil. It runs each August, splitting between Toronto and Montreal — the two cities alternate hosting the men’s and women’s draws from year to year. It is also the one tournament on the calendar that does not air on TSN, which catches a lot of Canadian cord-cutters out. Here is how to watch it.
Key takeaways
- The National Bank Open is played in Toronto and Montreal each August.
- Sportsnet carries it in English — not TSN, which is the usual home of tennis in Canada.
- TVA Sports carries the French-language coverage.
- A TSN Direct subscription will not get you this tournament; you need Sportsnet or an IPTV plan that includes it.
- TiviLeaf includes Sportsnet, TVA Sports and TSN together from $9 CAD/month.
The Broadcast Trap
For most of the tennis season, TSN is the answer in Canada — all four Grand Slams, most ATP and WTA tour events, Davis Cup. Then August arrives, the tour comes to Canada, and the rights sit with Sportsnet instead. Every year a large number of Canadian viewers discover this the week the tournament starts, after already paying for TSN Direct.
| Language | Network | Standalone streaming |
|---|---|---|
| English | Sportsnet, Sportsnet One, Sportsnet 360 | Sportsnet+ |
| French | TVA Sports | TVA Sports Direct |
Where and When It Is Played
The tournament runs across two host cities simultaneously, with the men’s and women’s draws swapping between them each year:
- Toronto: Sobeys Stadium at York University.
- Montreal: IGA Stadium in Jarry Park.
- Timing: late July into August, immediately before the Cincinnati Open and the US Open hard-court swing.
- Format: a full Masters 1000 and WTA 1000 draw, so essentially the entire top of both tours is in the field.
Because it is played in Canada, match times are the best of the entire season for domestic viewers — afternoon and evening sessions in Eastern Time, with nothing to stay up for. Check the official schedule for the current year’s exact dates and which city hosts which draw.
Option 1 — Sportsnet+
- Price: roughly $20–$35 CAD per month depending on tier.
- Coverage: Sportsnet, Sportsnet One and Sportsnet 360, which carry the tournament across sessions.
- Also includes: NHL, Blue Jays and Raptors coverage, so it is decent value if you follow those too.
- Gap: no TSN, so no Grand Slams and no other ATP or WTA events.
Option 2 — IPTV (Both Networks, One Plan)
The reason IPTV suits tennis viewers in Canada specifically is that the calendar is split across networks that do not sell a combined package. TiviLeaf includes:
- Sportsnet, Sportsnet One and Sportsnet 360 — full National Bank Open coverage
- TVA Sports — French-language coverage
- TSN and TSN2–5 — the Grand Slams and the rest of the ATP/WTA calendar
- RDS and RDS2 — French coverage of everything else
From $9 CAD per month with a 7-day replay window, which covers the whole tournament from first round to final. Plans and pricing are listed at tivileaf.com/#pricing.
Why This Tournament Is Worth Watching
- It is a full Masters 1000 field. Unlike an exhibition, the ranking points are real and the top players show up.
- Canadian players get a home draw. Domestic wildcards and home-crowd support regularly produce upsets.
- It sets up the US Open. Along with Cincinnati, it is the main form guide for the final Slam of the year.
- The scheduling is ideal. Eastern Time sessions mean live tennis at a normal hour, which is rare in this sport.
Best Devices for Watching
- Amazon Firestick / Fire TV: the most common streaming stick in Canadian homes. See the Fire TV setup guide.
- Samsung and LG smart TVs: app support built in, no extra box needed. See the Samsung guide or the LG guide.
- Apple TV: the smoothest option for 4K streams. See the Apple TV guide.
- Android TV, Google TV and NVIDIA Shield: including budget boxes like the Walmart onn. See the Google TV guide.
- iPhone, iPad and Android phones: for watching on the move or on a second screen.
What Comes Next
The hard-court swing continues straight from here. The Cincinnati Open follows in mid-August, then the US Open from August 23. Both of those move back to TSN and RDS, which is worth knowing before you decide which subscription to keep.
FAQ
What channel is the National Bank Open on in Canada?
Sportsnet carries the National Bank Open in English across Sportsnet, Sportsnet One and Sportsnet 360. TVA Sports carries the French-language coverage. It does not air on TSN.
Can I watch the National Bank Open with TSN Direct?
No. Unlike most tennis in Canada, the National Bank Open airs on Sportsnet rather than TSN, so a TSN Direct subscription will not include it. You need Sportsnet+ or a plan that bundles both networks.
Where is the National Bank Open played?
It is played across Toronto and Montreal simultaneously, at Sobeys Stadium and IGA Stadium. The two cities alternate hosting the men's and women's draws each year.
How can I watch the National Bank Open in French?
TVA Sports carries the French-language broadcast. It is available through TVA Sports Direct or included in TiviLeaf plans alongside Sportsnet and RDS.
Is the National Bank Open a Masters 1000 event?
Yes. It is a combined ATP Masters 1000 and WTA 1000 tournament, which places it in the top tier of tour events below the four Grand Slams.